
Fall Convocation for Faculty and Staff

Polk State faculty and staff kicked off the new academic year at the 2015 Fall Convocation on Aug. 19 on the Winter Haven campus.

“This Is Real,” Featuring Artwork Polk State Students Created While Studying in the Bahamas, To Be Displayed Aug. 31-Sept. 24

An upcoming exhibit at Polk State Lakeland will feature artwork Polk State students created while studying in the Bahamas earlier this summer. “This painting exhibition provides a beautiful snapshot of our travels. Each painting exhibits…

Polk State Student Ashley Price Back in School to Make Her Son Proud

Ashley Price had many reasons not to re-enroll at Polk State College. She works. She has a son. She is the primary caregiver to her grandparents. Money is tight. Time is even tighter. The word…

“If You Can Dream It, You Can Print It”: Polk State Now Offering Classes in 3D Modeling and Printing

Polk State College is now offering a series of classes in 3D modeling and printing that will allow students to earn an industry-recognized credential. “Thanks to the Polk County Board of County Commissioners, we have…

New Sand Volleyball Court to Benefit Polk State Players, Community

A new sand volleyball court on the Winter Haven campus will not only help Polk State volleyball players sharpen their skills but also provide an attractive venue for local tournaments. Assistant Coach Ashley Hass says…

Polk State Lake Wales Presents Gallery Exhibit “The Divine Command” Aug. 17- Oct. 31

It’s hard to say which is more interesting: the backstory or the brushstrokes of “The Divine Command.” No matter, attendees will enjoy both during an upcoming exhibit presented by Polk State Lake Wales and the…

Polk State’s Arts Integration Summer Institute Readies Teachers for New School Year

More than a dozen Polk County teachers will head into the new school year better equipped to integrate the arts into their daily lesson plans thanks to a recent workshop at Polk State College. The…

Polk State Hosts Best-Selling Educators Harry and Rosemary Wong; More than 1,000 Teachers and Administrators Attend

They seem like inconsequential details in the grand scheme of a school year: Greeting students at the classroom door each day, giving them an assignment to do as soon as they take their seats, explaining…

Parents of Rising Kindergarteners: Get Kids Ready With These Simple and Fun Tips

With less than three weeks of summer vacation left on the calendar, many parents are practically giddy over returning to the school-year routine. Others, especially those whose children are entering kindergarten, may be experiencing a more…

Volleyball Camp

Polk State Volleyball held its Elite Volleyball Camp for girls ages 9-14 on July 30 and 31 in Winter Haven.