Polk State’s collegiate high schools claim top two grades from district for 2024-25
When it came to student achievement during the 2024-25 Academic Year, Polk State College’s collegiate high schools occupied the top two spots throughout the district. Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School and Polk State Chain…
Polk State to test emergency alert system on Aug. 29
To ensure the continued safety of Polk State College faculty, staff and students, the College will be testing its emergency alert system, Everbridge, on Friday, Aug. 29 at 9 a.m. Everbridge is available to each…
Polk State Aerospace and collegiate high school student aims to use aviation for mission field
For students in Polk State College’s Aerospace Program, it’s not unusual to pursue a commercial pilot’s license with the intention of flying for an airline. For Raija Fiskum, however, it’s an opportunity to reach people…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate students earn scholarships, gain experience through Youth Leadership Polk
Students at Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are afforded the opportunity to get ahead in their studies and earn college degrees in high school. Over the summer, three Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School…
POLKcast: Season 6 premiere revisits history of the pod
Polk State College has launched its sixth season of POLKcast, the College’s official podcast that brings the voices of Polk State to campuses and communities across Polk County. Hosted this season by Librarian…
Polk State FallFest scheduled for Oct. 11
With fall classes underway at Polk State College, it won’t be long before campus is host to one of the events of the season. Polk State has scheduled its annual FallFest for Oct. 11 from…
Polk State Aerospace student secures job, serves as ambassador for Republic Airways
The Polk State College Aerospace Program has helped dozens of students soar into rewarding careers in the industry. In many cases, students already have jobs lined up when they graduate. An Nguyen has already committed…
Lee promoted to Polk State Director of Athletics
Polk State College Interim Director of Athletics Randy Lee is now the Director of Athletics. Lee was officially promoted on Tuesday. Lee has been with the College since January and had served as interim since February. “This is…
What Polk State students should know for the Fall 2025 Semester
With Fall 2025 Semester classes set to begin on Aug. 11, it’s important for Polk State College students to know how to access resources and get the help they need to succeed in their classes.…
Polk State announces tuition deadlines for Fall 2025 Semester
As the Fall 2025 Semester nears, students should ensure that all classes have been paid for. With classes beginning on Aug. 11, tuition and fees, all balances must be paid in full by Friday, Aug.…