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EDUCATION
How did your school do? Complete list of Polk County school grades for 2023-24
The Florida Department of Education issued grades for schools and school districts on Wednesday for the 2023-24 academic year. Polk County Public Schools received a C grade overall, alling just one percentage point short of a B grade, according to the district. Polk also climbed from 55th place statewide last year to 49th this year. ...
Polk County takes C grade in state report as 32 schools make improvements
Polk County Public Schools received a C grade in a report issued Wednesday by the Florida Department of Education. Though the state report listed only grades, the Polk County school district reported falling just one percentage point short of a B grade in an emailed response to The Ledger. School grades may incorporate...
Lake Wales Middle School Student to Compete in Upcoming Junior Olympics
When you start your running career at the age of 5, it seems like there’s nowhere to go but up. In the case 14-year-old Ra’nasia Simmons, she’s set her sights high and has earned a place at the Junior Olympics where she will compete starting on July 29.
SEU Announces New Senior Vice President of Advancement and Innovation
Southeastern University (SEU) has announced the promotion of Dr. Michael Steiner to the position of senior vice president of advancement and innovation. Steiner most recently served as the university’s vice president for innovation and as chief of staff. His role will expand to provide leadership and visionary oversight to...
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