Polk State Lakeland Collegiate recognized as Polk County’s top high school
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School has been recognized as the top school in Polk County and among the best schools in the state of Florida. The high marks came from U.S. News & World…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate alum graduates from MIT
Sergio Perez fondly remembers late nights studying English flashcards with the help of his mother “when she didn’t know the language herself.” Now he reflects on how far he has come as an alumnus of…
Lakeland Collegiate set strong foundation for Ivy League grad
For Kaitlyn Kelley, the small, community-centric setting that she felt at Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School helped direct her transition to the Ivy League and now at one of the most prestigious law schools…
Pair of Polk State collegiate high school students participate in Community Classroom
A pair of students from Polk State College’s collegiate high schools had the opportunity this fall semester to learn a little more about local government. Zia Leidinger, 17, from Polk State College Lakeland Gateway to…
Severe weather possible for Tuesday, Jan. 9
UPDATE 2 P.M. 1/9/24: Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency for 49 counties, including Polk County, due to severe weather expected throughout the state today. The state of emergency will allow Florida…
APPLY NOW for 10th & 11th grades at Polk State’s collegiate high schools
Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are launching 10th grade to expand accelerated learning opportunities and preparation for students interested in the collegiate program. Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High…
Polk State’s collegiate high schools to launch 10th grade
Polk State College’s collegiate high schools are launching 10th grade to expand accelerated learning opportunities and preparation for students interested in the collegiate program. Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and Polk State…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate senior wins statewide Hispanic Heritage Month essay contest
High school and college students often have plenty of responsibilities to juggle. For the next two years, Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School senior Jasmyn Cabral won’t have to worry about how to pay for…
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School named 2023 Cognia School of Distinction
Polk State Lakeland Collegiate High School has been named a 2023 Cognia School of Distinction for excellence in education. This year, Cognia, the global nonprofit school improvement organization, recognized 33 schools and school systems in…
College Board National Recognition Programs award 13 students from Polk State’s collegiate high schools
Thirteen students across Polk State College’s three collegiate high schools earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs celebrate students’ hard work in high school and showcase their strong academic performance.…