Polk County Public Schools, FL
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Distrito escolar
Próximas reuniones
Tue Sep 22, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk celebra una sesión de trabajo sobre presupuesto y personal
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk celebrará una sesión de trabajo para discutir asuntos de presupuesto y personal, incluyendo actualizaciones de personal y renovaciones anuales de contratos por debajo de un millón de dólares.
- Renovaciones Anuales de Contratos por Debajo de 1 Millón
- Presupuesto y Personal
- Actualizaciones de Personal/Distrito
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Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
B. Annual Contract Renewals Under 1 Million
C. Budget & Staffing
Subject
1. Staff/District Updates
Meeting
Sep 22, 2026 - Work Session 9:00AM
Category
C. Budget & Staffing
Type
Budget & Staffing
DESCRIPTION :
Staff/District Updates as presented.
CONTACT :
Jason Pitts, Chief of Staff
863-534-0521
jason.pitts@polk-fl.net
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION : Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT :
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File Attachments
D. Information Items
E. Board Agenda Review
F. Unfinished Business
G. New Business
H. Board Comments
Subject
1. Board Member Comments
Meeting
Sep 22, 2026 - Work Session 9:00AM
Category
H. Board Comments
Type
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Reuniones recientes
Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
Board to approve $640K Lakeland Sr lab remodel and other facility contracts
The Polk County School Board is meeting to approve consent agenda items, including facility construction contracts, bid recommendations, and personnel changes. The most consequential items are a $640,488 remodel of a practical medical lab at Lakeland Senior High and a $656,949.73 guaranteed maximum price for re-piping sanitary sewer lines at Lakeland Highlands Middle. The board will also recognize a national abacus competition winner and accept a Kids Tag Art check.
- C-403 Lakeland Sr Practical Medical Lab remodel, $640,488
- C-397 Lakeland Highlands Middle sewer re-pipe, GMP $656,949.73
- C-378 Dale R Fair Babson Park Elem roof replacement, pre-con fee $5,452.38
- C-373 Purcell Elementary ADA improvements, pre-con fee $2,000
- Bid recommendation for School Nutrition Consumable Supplies
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Oliver DelliVeniri is a 6 th grade student at Lawton Chiles Middle Academy. His favorite subjects are Math and Video Production. Outside of school, he likes to play baseball, build Lego Creations, and making videos. He hopes to become a pilot or a professional baseball player.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the August 25, 2026 School Board Agenda as presented.
File Attachments
B. New Administrators
Subject
1. New Administrators
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
B. New Administrators
Type
Action (Consent)
Recommended Action
New Administrators
DESCRIPTION:
New Administrators
* A …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
La junta escolar discutirá zonas prioritarias para escuelas magnet
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk escuchará un informe del superintendente sobre las zonas de preferencia prioritaria recomendadas para las escuelas magnet. La sesión de trabajo también incluye renovaciones anuales de contratos por menos de $1 millón, actualizaciones de presupuesto y personal, un informe de donaciones y comentarios de los miembros de la junta.
- Zonas de prioridad preferida de escuelas magnet: Recomendaciones para las escuelas magnet de PCPS
- Renovaciones anuales de contratos por menos de 1 millón
- Actualizaciones del personal/distrito (presupuesto y personal)
- Informe de donaciones
- Comentarios de los miembros de la junta
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Magnet Schools Preferred Priority Zones: Recommendations for PCPS Magnet Schools
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Recommended priority preference zones for PCPS magnet schools.
CONTACT:
Jennifer Farrell
Assistant Director, GIS & Demography
Planning & Real Estate | Facilities & Operations
jennifer.farrell@polk-fl.net
863-534-0620 x886
Joshua McLemore
Director, Planning & Real Estate
Facilities & Operations
joshua.mclemore@polk-fl.net
863-534-0620 x489
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A
Amount:
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File Attachments
Magnet Schools Priority Preference Zones REV.pdf (2,110 KB)
B. Annual Contract Renewals Under 1 Million
C. Budget & Staffing
Subject
1. Staff/District Updates
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Work Sessio …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk aprobará las actas y la agenda de consentimiento
La Junta Escolar de Polk County llevará a cabo una reunión de rutina con temas de carácter procesal, incluyendo la aprobación de las actas, la aceptación de la agenda y una agenda de consentimiento con artículos no especificados. Se escucharán comentarios públicos sobre los puntos de la agenda y otros temas. No se detallan rezonificaciones, contratos o cambios de política específicos en la agenda.
- Aceptación de la Agenda de la Junta Escolar del 25 de agosto de 2026
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior de la Junta y de la Sesión de Trabajo
- Aprobación de la Agenda de Consentimiento (artículos no especificados)
- Comentarios Públicos sobre los Puntos de la Agenda (límite de 30 minutos)
- Comentarios Públicos sobre Temas que No Están en la Agenda de Hoy
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the August 25, 2026 School Board Agenda as presented.
File Attachments
B. New Administrators
Subject
1. New Admininstrators
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
B. New Administrators
Type
Procedural
DESCRIPTION:
CONTACT:
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Tue Aug 25, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
Board to weigh clinic vendor, PBM switch, and Eagle Lake turnaround plan
The Polk County School Board work session covers a range of items, including a recommendation to award a $10.2 million health clinic contract to People One Health, a pharmacy benefits manager switch to Rightway, and approval of a Turnaround Option Plan for Eagle Lake Elementary. The board will also hear updates on workforce housing, a new charter school applicant, a new high school, and the five-year capital plan. Several items are informational or for discussion, with formal votes expected at a later board meeting.
- Recommendation to award health center services contract to People One Health, $10,244,520
- Pharmacy benefits manager market check recommends Rightway over incumbent Welldyne
- Eagle Lake Elementary to be a Turnaround Option Plan School, requiring board approval
- TRUST Academy proposes new 6-12 charter school focused on athletics
- RFP 037-DW-0526 recommends Kelly Services for substitute teaching services
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Workforce Housing
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Workforce Housing
CONTACT:
Upward Communities
Jason Roberts, CEO
cell # is (512) 665-9220
Jason@upwardcommunities.com
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes or No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
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File Attachments
Polk County School - UPWARD (lowres).pdf (15,180 KB)
Subject
2. TRUST Academy - New Charter School Applicant
Meeting
Aug 25, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
TRUST Academy proposes opening a 6-12 charter school with a focus on athletics/ sports. This presentation allows the applicant the opportunity to provide the Polk County School Board with an initial overview of their charter proposal. A representative from the proposed c …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
School board to vote on new administrators including acting deputy superintendent and CFO
The Polk County School Board will consider approving a slate of new administrators, including several promotions and appointments to top district roles. The consent agenda includes the promotion of Heather Jenkins to Acting Deputy Superintendent and James Fout to Acting Associate Superintendent/CFO. The board will also recognize sponsors and winners of employee campaigns, hear public comments, and approve minutes from prior meetings.
- Approve new administrators: Heather Jenkins promoted to Acting Deputy Superintendent, James Fout to Acting Associate Superintendent/CFO
- Doug Harwell promoted to Acting Assistant Superintendent, Facilities & Operations
- Brad Tarver promoted to Senior Director, Division of Schools; Ryan Vann to Senior Director, Facilities & Operations
- Curtis Bridges appointed as Director, Risk Management
- Approve minutes from June 9, 2026 work session and board meeting, and July 13, 2026 special board meeting
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jul 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Aurora Ramsey is an incoming 11th grade student at Winter Haven High School. Her favorite academic subject is history, and her favorite class is JROTC. She loves to build and create, solve 3D wooden puzzles, and paint. Aurora wants to pursue a career in the medical field so she can help a lot of people.
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Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Jul 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Jul 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the July 28, 2026 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions:
Item B #1 - New Administrators – Attachment was added and moved to F # 1.
Item M # 1 – Non - Instructional Personnel Recommendations – Attachment w as added .
Item M #2 – Administrative and Instructional Personnel Recommendations – Attachments were added.
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
School board to discuss insurance changes and school branding
The Polk County School Board will discuss rebranding Karen M. Siegel Academy, approve a five-year charter contract for BridgePrep Academy, and review proposed changes to employee vision and dental insurance plans.
- Karen M. Siegel Academy logo and mascot rebranding
- BridgePrep Academy Middle-High School 5-year charter contract
- MetLife vision insurance proposal
- MetLife dental insurance proposal
- Amendment to Post Secondary Dues & Fees 2026-27
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✓ Decidido: School board work session reviews rebranding, contracts, insurance plans
This was a work session of the Polk County School Board; no binding votes were taken. Presentations covered the Karen M. Siegel Academy rebranding, a 5-year contract for BridgePrep Academy, human growth and development curriculum updates, and multiple insurance and benefits proposals. The board also reviewed annual contract renewals, budget items, and a request to advertise a public hearing on Policy 5722 regarding school-sponsored publications.
- No decisions or votes recorded; all items were presented for discussion only
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Karen M. Siegel Academy/Rebranding of School Logo/Mascot
Meeting
Jul 28, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Karen M. Siegel would like to redesign the logo and mascot of the school. Maggie Reynolds, the school's principal, presented and discussed the rebranding with Karen M. Siegel Academy's SAC committee and the committee fully supports moving forward with the rebranding process. Community and staff feedback show majority support for the rebranding proposal. The Logo and Mascot (LMC) unanimously approved the branding proposal.
CONTACT:
Maggie Reynolds, Principal 8639655566
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes or No
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact.
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KarenSiegelAcademyPresentation.pdf (2,881 KB)
Community Survey -- KarenMSiegelAcademy …
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
Grievance Hearing
Board to consider class action grievance regarding new teacher salary placement
The School Board will hear a Step III class action grievance filed by the Polk Education Association. The dispute concerns whether the District incorrectly withheld experience credit for teachers hired or rehired between July 1, 2024, and February 25, 2026. The Superintendent recommends the Board find that the District complied with contractual guidelines.
- Step III Class Action Grievance regarding experience credit and initial salary placement for newly hired teachers
- Proposed motion to uphold the Superintendent's recommendation that no violation of the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement occurred
- Recommendation to discuss Article 22 and Appendix B language in future bargaining
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Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Grievance Hearing
Step 3 Class Action Grievance
A. Call to Order
Subject
1. Step III Class Action Grievance - All Newly Hired Teachers
Meeting
Jul 28, 2026 - Grievance Hearing
Category
A. Call to Order
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve that the Board upholds the Superintendent’s recommendation that the District complied with the contractual guidelines governing experience credit and initial salary placement, and no violation of the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement occurred.
DESCRIPTION:
This class action grievance, filed by the Polk Education Association (PEA), challenges the School District of Polk County’s application of experience credit and initial salary placement for instructional employees hired or rehired prior to February 25, 2026, as follows:
PEA Statement of Grievance:
The Employer has engaged in ongoing breach of the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement by incorrectly withholding a year of experience or more from New Hires on the Teacher Performance Salary Schedule Initial Placement Matrix. Teachers hired or re-hired prior to February 25, 2026, but on or after July 1, 2024, should have been credited with all years of experience gained prior to July 1, 2025.
PEA Relief Sought:
All employees covered under the Teacher Collective Bargaining Agreement hired or re-hired between July 1, 2025 and February 24, 2026 will be corr …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM - 3PM
El retiro de la Junta se centra en el rendimiento estudiantil y la capacidad escolar.
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk lleva a cabo una sesión de trabajo especial de retiro para discutir los resultados del rendimiento estudiantil para el año escolar 2025-2026, las políticas de valedictorian y salutatorian, la utilización de las escuelas magnet y la capacidad escolar. No hay votos formales ni decisiones financieras programadas; la reunión es informativa y centrada en la planificación.
- Visión tentativa de los Resultados del Rendimiento Estudiantil para SY2526
- Discusión de las políticas de Valedictorian y Salutatorian (Vals & Sals)
- Utilización de Escuelas Magnet: zonas prioritarias, implicaciones de FTE, inscripción y capacidad
- Presentación sobre la Capacidad y Utilización Escolar
- Comentarios de los Miembros de la Junta
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Monday, July 13, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM - 3PM
Address:
Jim Miles Professional Development Center
4270 Wallace Rd.
Lakeland, Fl. 33812
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. 9:00AM - 9:15AM Welcome and Opening Remarks
Meeting
Jul 13, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM - 3PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Call to Order
Overview of the Agenda
CONTACT:
Frederick Heid
Superintendent
863.534.0521
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION:
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Subject
2. 9:15AM - 10:15AM - Student Performance Outcomes for SY2526 - A Tentative Look
Meeting
Jul 13, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM - 3PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Student Performance Outcomes for SY2526 - A Tentative Look
CONTACT:
Joe McNaughton, Associate Superintendent, Chief Academic Officer, 863-534-0521
Tracy Collins, Associate Superintende …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026
Special Board Meeting & Administrative Announcements 3:00PM
La Junta aprobará los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento que cubren diversas acciones administrativas
La Junta de Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Polk considerará los puntos rutinarios de apertura, luego votará para aceptar la agenda de la reunión y aprobar la agenda de consentimiento. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de recomendaciones de personal administrativo e instructivo y el nombramiento de nuevos administradores. Posteriormente, la junta escuchará comentarios públicos, un informe del superintendente e informes individuales de los miembros de la junta.
- Moción para aceptar la agenda del Retiro de la Junta del 13 de julio de 2026
- Moción para aprobar los puntos de la agenda de consentimiento tal como fueron presentados
- Moción para aprobar las Recomendaciones de Personal Administrativo e Instructivo
- Moción para aprobar el nombramiento de nuevos administradores
- Periodo de comentarios públicos limitado a 30 minutos (tres minutos por orador)
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✓ Decidido: School board approves agenda, personnel recommendations, and new administrators
The board unanimously approved the July 13, 2026 special meeting agenda, consent items including administrative and instructional personnel recommendations, and new administrator announcements. No substantive policy decisions or financial approvals were made beyond routine procedural actions.
- Approved July 13, 2026 special school board agenda (7-0)
- Approved consent agenda items as presented (7-0)
- Approved administrative and instructional personnel recommendations (7-0)
- Approved new administrators (7-0)
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Monday, July 13, 2026
Special Board Meeting & Administrative Announcements 3:00PM
3:00PM
Jim Miles Professional Development Center
4270 Wallace Rd
Lakeland, Fl 33812
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jul 13, 2026 - Special Board Meeting & Administrative Announcements 3:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Jul 13, 2026 - Special Board Meeting & Administrative Announcements 3:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Jul 13, 2026 - Special Board Meeting & Administrative Announcements 3:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the July 13, 2026 Board Retreat - Special School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions;
Item D # 1 – Administrative and Instructional Personnel Recommendations – Attachment w as update d .
Item E #2 – New Administrators – Attachments were updated.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to accept the July 13, 2026 Board Retreat - Special School Board Agenda as revised.
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by William Allen.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharple …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
La junta escolar discutirá renovaciones de charter por 15 años para dos academias
La Junta Escolar del Condado Polk considerará la finalización de renovaciones de contratos charter por 15 años para Victory Ridge Academy y BridgePrep Academy of Polk, tras la aprobación previa de los términos de renovación. También en la agenda están una póliza de seguro de riesgo del constructor por $680,000 para la nueva escuela secundaria del noreste, una propuesta para expandir el programa de operadores de torre de control en Traviss Technical College, y una apelación de desafío de libro sobre 'Thirteen Reasons Why' y 'Check & Mate'. La junta también discutirá tarifas atléticas para estudiantes no inscritos, un calendario de días de huracán y una solicitud de servidumbre en Bethune Academy.
- Renovaciones de charter para Victory Ridge Academy y BridgePrep Academy of Polk — contratos de 15 años
- Seguro de riesgo del constructor para la nueva escuela secundaria del noreste 'Proyecto BBB' — prima no superior a $680,000
- Solicitud del Fondo de Subvenciones para el Crecimiento de Empleos de Florida para la expansión del programa de operadores de torre de control en el Aeropuerto Ejecutivo de Bartow — $414,494.07
- Tarifas atléticas para estudiantes no inscritos según el Estatuto de Florida 1006.15
- Apelación de desafío de libro: el superintendente recomienda retener 'Thirteen Reasons Why' y 'Check & Mate' en las bibliotecas de las escuelas secundarias
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Victory Ridge Academy Contract Renewal: 15 years
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
The following school was presented during the February 24, 2026, work session and approved for renewal with specific terms at the March 24, 2026, board meeting. We are now ready to move forward with the charter contract negotiated between the Polk County School Board and the charter school.
Victory Ridge Academy: renewal approved for 15 years
CONTACT:
Candy Amato
Sr. Director, Charter
863.534.0625
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The per student allocation based on FTE and categorical funds as calculated by the charter school funding formula set out by state law and contract.
File Attachments
VRA_2026 contract v2.pdf (473 KB)
Subject
2. BridgePrep Academy of Polk Contract Renewal: 15 years
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
The following school was presented during the February 24, 2026, work session and approved for renewal with specific terms at the March 24, 2026, board meeting. We are now ready to move forw …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La junta escolar de Polk considerará una agenda que elimina la enmienda del contrato del superintendente
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk se reunirá para aceptar la agenda revisada, aprobar las actas de reuniones anteriores y escuchar comentarios del público. Las revisiones notables de la agenda incluyen la eliminación de la enmienda del contrato del Superintendente Frederick Heid y la adición de un nombramiento para el Comité del Impuesto sobre Ventas de Medio Centavo. La junta también reconocerá a estudiantes y personal por sus logros.
- Eliminación de la Enmienda del Contrato del Superintendente Frederick Heid de la agenda
- Nombramiento de Chris Long al Comité del Impuesto sobre Ventas de Medio Centavo
- Audiencia pública para actualizaciones de políticas (Eliminar 0147, Compensación)
- Reconocimiento de los ganadores de la Feria de Historia estatal que avanzan a las nacionales
- Reconocimiento de las escuelas secundarias con la mayor participación de registro de votantes
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Emmanuel Akwetey, Jr. is a 7th grader at Union Academy with a passion for Science, driven by his curiosity about how things work. He enjoys reading, swimming, traveling, spending time with friends, and playing chess and baseball. Emmanuel hopes to become a Dentist and a Master Cosmetologist to help others feel confident and healthy. He was honored as the very first Jr. Grand Marshall for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade in Bartow.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Jun 9, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the June 9, 2026 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions;
Item – M #1 – Non-Instructional Personnel Actions – attachment was added.
Item – M #2 – Administrative and Instructional Personnel Recommendations – attachment was added.
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Tue May 5, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La junta escolar votará sobre la renovación por 10 años de la escuela chárter Mi Escuela Montessori
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk se reúne para votar sobre una agenda de consentimiento que incluye una renovación de contrato por 10 años para la escuela chárter Mi Escuela Montessori. Otros elementos de consentimiento incluyen cambios de personal y reconocimientos. La junta también revisó la agenda, eliminando dos elementos relacionados con generadores permanentes en la Escuela Secundaria Tenoroc.
- Renovación del contrato chárter de Mi Escuela Montessori por 10 años (agenda de consentimiento)
- Nuevos administradores: Gian Monacelli como director de la Escuela de Artes Harrison, Jennifer Martinez como directora interina de la Escuela Secundaria Lakeland Highlands
- Reconocimiento del ganador del Concurso de Arte del Congreso 2026 y obra de arte de la Ciudad de Bartow
- Dos elementos sobre generadores permanentes en la Escuela Secundaria Tenoroc (Refugio para Necesidades Especiales) fueron eliminados de la agenda
- Elemento de discusión añadido para el cambio de fecha del Retiro de la Junta del 1 de julio de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Board approves 10-year Mi Escuela Montessori contract and 53 SROs for schools
The Polk County School Board approved a 10-year contract renewal for Mi Escuela Montessori and a 15-year renewal for The Schools of McKeel Academy. The board also approved a contract with the Polk County Sheriff's Office to provide 53 School Resource Officers for the 2026-27 school year.
- Approved Mi Escuela Montessori contract renewal (10 years)
- Approved The Schools of McKeel Academy contract renewal (15 years)
- Approved McKeel Academy Mulberry contract (5 years)
- Approved Polk County Sheriff's Office contract for 2 Lieutenants and 4 Sergeants (26-27)
- Approved Polk County Sheriff's Office contract for 53 SROs (26-27)
- Approved Project C-00391 - Kathleen Middle structural stabilization ($384,230.00)
- Approved Project C-357 - Purcell Elementary parent drop off/pick up drive ($929,750)
- Approved Rodda Construction as Construction Manager-at-Risk for Project C-391
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
May 5, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Kamiya Burgess is an 8th grade student at Dundee Ridge Middle Academy. She is 13 years old and her favorite subject is science. She loves to play softball and wants to go to medical school to become a doctor.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
May 5, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
May 5, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the May 5, 2026 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisins;
Item – B #1 – New Administrators – attachment was added.
Item - L #6 – Approval for Use of Funds-Permanent Generators - Tenoroc High School (Special Needs Shelter). - Item removed.
Item – L # 5 – Approval for Use of Funds-Permanent Generators – Tenoroc High School (Special Needs Shelter) - item was removed.
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Board Meeting 5:00PM (Tuesday, May 5, 2026)
Generated by Yvette Vega on Thursday, May 8, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 5:21 PM
A. Opening Items
Procedural: 1. Pledge of Allegiance
Procedural: 2. Call To Order
Action: 3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Motion to accept the May 5, 2026, School Board Agenda as revised.
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by Sara Beth Wyatt.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
B. New Administrators
Action (Consent): 1. New Administrators
Resolution: New Administrators
Motion to approve consent agenda items as presented.
Motion by William Allen, second by Lisa Miller.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
C. Special Recognitions
Recognition: 1. 2026 Congressional Art Competition Award Winner
Recognition: 2. City of Bartow Artwork Recognition
Recognition: 3. Leading from the Classroom Graduates
D. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Information: 1. Public Comments
E. Approval of Minutes
F. Approval of Consent Agenda
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Tue May 5, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
Contrato del sindicato AFSCME y salarios para 2025-26 se discutirán
La junta escolar discutirá un acuerdo de negociación colectiva propuesto con AFSCME Local 2227 que cubre los salarios para 2025-26. También en la agenda: desarrollo de reglas para 17 políticas de la junta escolar, una enmienda de $995,000 al contrato del almacén de datos de IBM, una orden de cambio de software SAP por $294,032.64 y un acuerdo de ingresos de $6,170,700 con la Coalición de Aprendizaje Temprano para servicios de VPK.
- Propuesta de desarrollo de reglas para 17 políticas de la junta escolar, incluyendo compensación, conflicto de intereses, recaudación de fondos estudiantiles y transporte
- Salarios de AFSCME Local 2227 para 2025-2026 y acuerdo de negociación colectiva
- Enmienda 4 de la Fase 1 del almacén de datos de IBM por $995,000
- Orden de cambio de SAP SuccessFactors para paquete de idioma español, $294,032.64
- Acuerdo con la Coalición de Aprendizaje Temprano para servicios de VPK en 61 ubicaciones, ingresos totales de $6,170,700
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✓ Decidido: Polk County Public Schools held a work session on various district updates
The school board conducted a work session covering policy development, labor agreements, and strategic plan updates. No substantive votes or final decisions were recorded during this meeting.
- 2026-2027 SY Re-Organization deferred to June meeting for further review
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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Proposed Rule Development for School Board Policies
Meeting
May 5, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Rule Development for the following school board policies:
Bylaw 0147 Compensation
Bylaw 0149.3 Board-Staff Communication
Policy 1243 Professional Meetings
Policy 2370.02 Magnet and Choice Programs/Schools
Policy 3129 Conflict of Interest
Policy 3243 Professional Meetings
Policy 5830 Student Fundraising
Policy 6325 Procurement – Federal Grants/Funds
Policy 6605 Crowdfunding
Policy 6608 School Support Organizations – Accountability and Oversight of Fundraiser and Crowdfunding Disbursements
Policy 6610 School Internal Funds
Policy 7230 Gifts to the School District
Policy 7540.02 Web Content, Apps, and Services
Policy 8330 Student Records
Policy 8600 Transportation
Policy 8600.04 Bus Operator Qualifications, Certifications, Discipline, and Termination
Policy 9700 Relations with Special Interest Groups
CONTACT:
Teresa Griffin
Assistant Director, Policy & Public Records
863-578.8208
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Work Session 12:30PM (Tuesday, May 5, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 12:32 PM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Proposed Rule Development for School Board Policies
Teresa Griffin, Assistant Director, Policy & Public Records presented the Rule Development for the following school board policies:
Bylaw 0147 Compensation
Bylaw 0149.3 Board-Staff Communication
Policy 1243 Professional Meetings
Policy 2370.02 Magnet and Choice Programs/Schools
Policy 3129 Conflict of Interest
Policy 3243 Professional Meetings
Policy 5830 Student Fundraising
Policy 6325 Procurement – Federal Grants/Funds
Policy 6605 Crowdfunding
Policy 6608 School Support Organizations – Accountability and Oversight of Fundraiser and Crowdfunding Disbursements
Policy 6610 School Internal Funds
Policy 7230 Gifts to the School District
Policy 7540.02 Web Content, Apps, and Services
Policy 8330 Student Records
Policy 8600 Transportation
Policy 8600.04 Bus Operator Qualifications, Certifications, Discipline, and Termination
Policy 9700 Relations with Special Interest Groups
Superintendent's Report: 2. American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Local 2227 (AFSCME) 2025-2026 Salaries and Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs)
Brian …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
Junta revisará acuerdo de $177.5M para nueva escuela secundaria en el noreste de Polk
La Junta Escolar revisará un acuerdo integral con Fortress Secured, LLC por $177,544,822 para construir un nuevo campus de escuela secundaria en el noreste del Condado de Polk. También discutirán la auditoría del año fiscal 2024/2025, el Código de Conducta Estudiantil 2026-2027 y varias renovaciones de contratos de escuelas charter. Se propone una adopción curricular de $712,811.40 para aulas de primera infancia. También está en la agenda una discusión para trasladar el Retiro de la Junta del 1 de julio al 13 de julio.
- Acuerdo integral de $177,544,822 para BBB High School con Fortress Secured, LLC
- Adopción curricular Frog Street de $712,811.40 para 174 aulas de primera infancia
- Renovaciones de charter: Mi Escuela Montessori (10 años), McKeel Mulberry (5 años), Schools of McKeel Academy (15 años)
- Revisión de solicitud de charter de BridgePrep Academy of Polk Middle/High
- Informe Financiero Integral Anual del año fiscal 2024/2025 y presentación de auditoría
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Inside PCPS
Meeting
Apr 28, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Inside PCPS Class 4 members being recognized.
CONTACT:
Kimberly Long
Polk Vision
863.699.4932
Marc Zimmerman
Inside PCPS Class Chair
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
Inside PCPS Class IV Board Presentation 1.pdf (5,660 KB)
Subject
2. Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit
Meeting
Apr 28, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) is prepared annually following year-end closeout. This is the financial document that is audited by the Florida Auditor General every third …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk aprueba nuevos nombramientos administrativos
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk se reúne para aprobar promociones de personal y reconocer diversos logros estudiantiles y comunitarios. La junta también revisó revisiones a la agenda de la reunión, incluida la eliminación de elementos relacionados con una servidumbre de Duke Energy y generadores para Tenoroc High School.
- Promoción de la Dra. Fraenda Satchel-Carter a Directora Asistente, Cumplimiento ESE
- Promoción de Kevin LeVine a Director Senior, Bellas Artes
- Promoción de Caroline Porter a Subdirectora Interina en la escuela primaria Phillip O’Brien
- Promoción de Matthew Cochran a Director Asistente, Operaciones de Red
- Reconocimiento a los beneficiarios de la Beca Pre-Pagada de Florida y a los ganadores del concurso de calcomanías 'Yo Voté'
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Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Apr 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Delaney Taveras is a 5 th grade student at Palmetto Elementary. She is 11 years old, has a positive attitude, and loves to draw, read, and play basketball. Her favorite in school is science and she hopes to become an artist.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Apr 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Apr 28, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the April 28, 2026 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions:
Item – L#6 – Duke Energy Easement Request at Bethune Academy – item was removed.
Item - L#1 0 – Approval for Use of Funds- Permanent Generators – Tenoroc High School (Special Needs Shelter) – i tem was removed .
Item – M #1 – Non-Instructional Personnel Actions – attachments were updated.
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Work Session 9:00 AM
Recomendación de rezonificación de Alta Vista K-8 discutida después de la asamblea pública
La Junta Escolar discutirá una propuesta de cambio de límites de asistencia para Alta Vista K-8 luego de una asamblea pública en febrero. La junta también considera la solicitud de una escuela chárter para expandirse a los niveles PreK-12, el desarrollo de normas para 16 políticas y una enmienda para eliminar los límites de mandato del Comité del Impuesto a las Ventas de Medio Centavo. También están en la agenda una propuesta de equipo dedicado a la evaluación de empleados y una actualización sobre bonos.
- Recomendación de rezonificación de Alta Vista K-8 con primera lectura el 28 de abril y adopción el 5 de mayo
- La escuela chárter Berkley Accelerated solicita una modificación del contrato para atender los grados PreK-12
- Propuesta de desarrollo de normas para 16 políticas de la junta escolar, incluyendo seguridad, graduación y Título IX
- Enmienda al documento de alcance del Comité del Impuesto a las Ventas de Medio Centavo para eliminar el límite de dos mandatos para los miembros
- Propuesta de equipo centralizado del sistema de evaluación de empleados como seguimiento de la sesión de trabajo de diciembre de 2025
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✓ Decidido: No substantive decisions were made during this work session
The meeting consisted of various presentations and discussions including school rebranding, rezoning recommendations, and budget updates. No votes or formal actions were recorded in the minutes provided.
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Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Work Session 9:00 AM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Dr. NE Roberts Elementary /Rebranding of School Logo/Mascot
Meeting
Apr 14, 2026 - Work Session 9:00 AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Dr. NE Roberts Elementary would like to change the logo and mascot of the school. Dr. Amy Weingarth presented and discussed the rebranding with the Dr.NE Roberts SAC committee and the committee fully supports the rebranding.
CONTACT: Dr. Amy Weingarth
Principal, Dr. NE Roberts Elementary
(863) 815-6633
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial Impact
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
Dr.N.E. Roberts Presentation.pdf (2,040 KB)
Dr. N.E Roberts Elementary - Community Survey.pdf (75 KB)
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Work Session 9:00 AM (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes
Meeting called to order at 9:01 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Dr. NE Roberts Elementary /Rebranding of School Logo/Mascot
Dr. Amy Weingarth, Principal, Dr. NE Roberts Elementary, presented the Dr. NE Roberts Elementary /Rebranding of School Logo/Mascot.
Superintendent's Report: 2. Berkley Accelerated Contract Modification-Grade Configuration Expansion
Candy Amato, Sr. Director, Charter Schools, presented the Berkley Accelerated Contract Modification-Grade Configuration Expansion.
Superintendent's Report: 3. Proposed Rule Development for School Board Policies
Teresa Griffin, Assistant Director, Policy & Public Records, and Chad Davis, Staff Attorney, presented the Proposed Rule Development for School Board Policies.
Superintendent's Report: 4. Alta Vista K-8 rezone recommendation (post townhall)
Joshua McLemore, Director Facilities Planning, presented the Alta Vista K-8 rezone recommendation (post townhall).
Superintendent's Report: 5. Half Cent Sales Tax Committee Charge sheet amendment
Joshua McLemore, Director, Facilities Planning, presented the Half Cent Sales Tax Committee Charge sheet amendment.
&n …
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Fri Apr 10, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
La junta escolar de Polk revisará los resultados del plan estratégico y los problemas de las instalaciones
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk llevará a cabo un retiro especial de sesión de trabajo, discutiendo la actualización anual de los objetivos y resultados del Plan Estratégico del Distrito para el año escolar 25-26, una evaluación de la condición de las instalaciones para mantenimiento diferido, y la utilización de las instalaciones, incluyendo escuelas subutilizadas o 'rojas'. La junta también discutirá el crecimiento en el noreste del Condado de Polk, la asignación de bonos por resultados estudiantiles, y recibirá capacitación sobre las Reglas de Orden de Robert. No se programan votaciones; la sesión es para discusión e información.
- Resumen anual de las iniciativas y resultados del Plan Estratégico del Distrito para el año escolar 25-26 (presentación adjunta)
- Discusión sobre el crecimiento en el noreste del Condado de Polk y su impacto en las escuelas (contenido preliminar, se esperan actualizaciones)
- Revisión de la evaluación de la condición de las instalaciones de ALPHA para mantenimiento diferido, incluyendo pronóstico de costos y priorización
- Revisión de la utilización de las instalaciones, incluyendo escuelas 'rojas' (costos operativos que exceden los fondos generados por FTE) y escuelas subutilizadas
- Discusión sobre la asignación de bonos por resultados estudiantiles
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✓ Decidido: Board held retreat to discuss strategic goals and growth
The Board met for a special work session retreat to review district strategic plan goals, growth projections, and facility utilization. The meeting concluded with a review of Robert's Rules of Order and adjournment.
- Meeting called to order at 9:04 AM
- Meeting adjourned at 3:08 PM
- Minutes approved and attested June 9, 2026
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Friday, April 10, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Address:
Jim Miles Professional Development Center
4270 Wallace Rd.
Lakeland, Fl. 33812
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. 9:00AM - 9:15AM Welcome and Opening Remarks
Meeting
Apr 10, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Call to Order
Overview of the Agenda
CONTACT:
Frederick Heid
Superintendent
863.534.0521
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
Subject
2. 9:15AM - 10:30AM - District Strategic Plan Goal Outcomes - SY25-26 Updates
Meeting
Apr 10, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
This presentation provides an annual summary of some key District Strategic Plan initiatives and outcomes for SY25-26. A comprehensive executive summary of all District Strategic Plan goals, objectives, strategies, key performance indicators, initiatives and outcomes is provided as a resource and for a deeper …
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Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM (Friday, April 10, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:04 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks
Mr. Sharpless opened the meeting and turned it over to Mr. Heid. Mr. Heid welcomed everyone to the Board Retreat.
Superintendent's Report: 2. - District Strategic Plan Goal Outcomes - SY25-26 Updates
Jennifer Rouse, Chief of Staff and Telay Kendrick, Associate Superintendent, Chief of Human Resources presented District Strategic Plan Goal #2.
Jeanette Crowley, Director, Strategic Partnership and Kylia Carswell, Director, Parent and Family Engagement, presented District Strategic Plan Goal #3.
Superintendent's Report: 3. - NE Polk County Growth Discussion
Josh McLemore, Director - Planning, Facilities Planning and Jennifer Farrell, Assistant Director, GIS/Demographer presented the NE Polk County Growth.
Superintendent's Report: 4. Comprehensive Deferred Maintenance
Harry Fix, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities & Operations, Doug Harwell, Senior Director Facilities & Operations and Christopher Hannah, Director, Maintenance presented the Comprehensive Deferred Maintenance.
Superinten …
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La Junta aprueba nuevo subdirector y revisiones del orden del día
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk votará para aprobar una agenda de consentimiento que incluye la promoción de Amanda Smith a subdirectora en Davenport School of the Arts, reconocer a los graduados del Proyecto Greenhouse y aprobar las actas de reuniones anteriores. La junta también aceptó un orden del día revisado que eliminó una solicitud de servidumbre de Duke Energy en Bethune Academy y la renovación del contrato del Centro Acuático Rowdy Gaines de Winter Haven, mientras que agregó la capacidad de inscripción de escuelas chárter para el año escolar 2026-2027.
- Aprobación de Amanda Smith como nueva subdirectora en Davenport School of the Arts (ascendida de coordinadora de pruebas)
- Reconocimiento a los graduados del Proyecto Greenhouse
- Eliminación de la solicitud de servidumbre de Duke Energy en Bethune Academy del orden del día
- Eliminación de la renovación del contrato para el Centro Acuático Rowdy Gaines de la Ciudad de Winter Haven
- Adición de la capacidad de inscripción anual de escuelas chárter para el año escolar 2026-2027
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Mar 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Raymond Mikeal is a 4 th grade student at John Snively Elementary. He is 9 years old and wants to be a paleontologist when he grows up. His favorite subject is math but scored 5s in both reading and math on last year's assessments.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Mar 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Mar 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the March 24, 2025 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions;
Item - L#1 – Duke Energy Easement Request at Bethune Academy – item was removed .
Item – O #1 – Amendment, Inspired Interpreting, Sign language, Interpreters, ESE - Tile and attachment were updated.
Item – U #1 – Resolution 2025/2026-11 School Board Authorizing Award- attachment was updated.
Item – U #4 – Contract renewal for the City of Winter Haven Rowdy Gaines Aquatic Center – item was removed.
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
La Junta escuchará un informe sobre la construcción de la BBB de la Nueva Escuela Secundaria 23
En esta sesión de trabajo, la Junta Escolar discutirá la capacidad anual de inscripción de las escuelas charter para 2026-27, una asociación con Florida Southern College para una instalación de pista, un informe sobre el progreso de la BBB de la Nueva Escuela Secundaria 23 y una renovación de contrato para el Centro Acuático Rowdy Gaines de Winter Haven. También revisarán un informe de donaciones y un informe de gestión de subvenciones que cubre desde diciembre de 2025 hasta febrero de 2026.
- Capacidad anual de inscripción de escuelas charter para 2026-27 presentada por cada escuela charter
- Asociación con Florida Southern College y el Condado de Polk para una instalación de pista de última generación
- Actualización sobre el progreso de la BBB de la Nueva Escuela Secundaria 23 desde la sesión de trabajo del 24 de febrero
- Renovación del contrato para el Centro Acuático Rowdy Gaines de Winter Haven (menos de 1 millón de dólares)
- Informe trimestral de gestión de subvenciones con nuevas solicitudes/enmiendas desde diciembre de 2025 hasta febrero de 2026
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Charter School Annual Enrollment Capacity for SY 2026-2027
Meeting
Mar 24, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
Goals
DESCRIPTION:
Each charter school has submitted its requested Annual Enrollment Capacity for the 2026–27 school year.
Under Florida Statute 1002.33(10)(h), a charter school’s capacity must be determined annually by the school’s governing board in conjunction with the sponsor, taking into account the factors outlined in that subsection—unless the school is designated as a High-Performing Charter School under Florida Statute 1002.331.
According to Florida Statute 1002.331, a High-Performing Charter School must notify its sponsor in writing by March 1 if it intends to increase enrollment or expand grade levels for the following school year.
CONTACT:
Candy Amato, Sr. Director, Charter
863.534.0625
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The per student allocation based on FTE and categorical funds as calculated by charter school funding formula set out by state law and contract.
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2026-27 Charter Annual Enrollme …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
La Junta Escolar discute la rezonificación de la escuela secundaria y las ubicaciones de Pre-K
La Junta Escolar revisará actualizaciones sobre la rezonificación de las zonas imán de la escuela secundaria y las ubicaciones planificadas para los programas de Pre-K 2026–2027. Las discusiones adicionales incluyen una solicitud de servidumbre de Duke Energy en Bethune Academy y presentaciones de presupuesto y personal.
- Actualización sobre los programas de Pre-K del distrito y los sitios de aprendizaje de verano para 2026–2027
- Presentación de los recursos curriculares del distrito 'America 250'
- Solicitud de servidumbre de Duke Energy en Bethune Academy en Haines City
- Borrador de la actualización de la rezonificación integral de la escuela secundaria con respecto a las zonas imán
- Presentación de presupuesto y personal
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✓ Decidido: Board moves next meeting to August 25, 2026
The board approved the meeting minutes. The superintendent announced that the August board meeting date was changed to August 25, 2026. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.
- Minutes approved
- August board meeting date moved to August 25, 2026
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
9:00AM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. PK and Summer Learning Sites for the 2026-2027 School Year
Meeting
Mar 10, 2026 - Work Session 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
This presentation will provide the Board with information regarding district Prekindergarten (PK) programs and their planned locations for the 2026–2027 school year.
CONTACT:
Joe McNaughton
Chief Academic Officer
joseph.mcnaughton@polk-fl.net
Lori Allen
Senior Director - Foundational Learning and Educational Systems
lori.allen@polk-fl.net
Tammy Farrens
Senior Director
School Improvement
863.291.5250
tammy.farrens@polk-fl.net
Angie Clark
Acting Senior Director
863.5197562
angela.clark01@polk-fl.net
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:$0
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
PK Update - 03-10-26.pdf (375 KB)
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Work Session 9:00AM (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:04 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. PK and Summer Learning Sites for the 2026-2027 School Year
Joe McNaughton, Chief Academic Officer, Lori Allen, Senior Director, Foundational Learning and Educational Systems, Rebekah Eckman, ESE Senior Director, Tammy Farrens, Senior Director, School Improvement, and Angie Clark, Acting Senior Director, presented the PK and Summer Learning Sites for the 2026-2027 School Year.
Superintendent's Report: 2. "America 250" District-created Curriculum Resources
Joe McNaughton, Chief Academic Officer, presented the "America 250" District-created Curriculum Resources.
Superintendent's Report: 3. Duke Energy Easement request at Bethune Academy
Joshua McLemore, Director of Planning and Real Estate, presented the Duke Energy Easement request at Bethune Academy.
Superintendent's Report: 4. DRAFT Comprehensive Middle School Rezoning Update
Jennifer Farrell, Assistant Director GIS & Demography, and Joshua McLemore, Director Facilities Planning, presented the DRAFT Comprehensive Middle School Rezoning Update.
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
Junta Directiva considerará aumento de tarifa por millas para reembolso de viajes
La Junta Directiva del Condado Polk votará sobre temas que incluyen un aumento de la tarifa por millas para el reembolso de viajes, un contrato de 2 años con Wonderhere, Inc., y calendarios instruccionales provisionales para 2026-2029. La reunión también incluye reconocimientos para ganadores de concursos de oratoria, maestros y estudiantes de CTAE y apoyadores de Agri-fest, así como la aprobación de las actas anteriores y nuevas promociones de administradores.
- Aumento de la tarifa por millas del Condado Polk para reembolso de viajes (agregado como enmienda)
- Contrato de 2 años con Wonderhere, Inc. para servicios
- Calendarios instruccionales provisionales de 2026-2027, 2027-2028 y 2028-2029 para estudiantes, maestros y paraeducadores
- Dedicación de derecho de paso a lo largo de Gilbert Street desde Pinewood Elementary
- Enmienda a la instalación de un muro en el Comando Central del Sheriff
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✓ Decidido: Board postpones Lake Marion site purchase to April 28, 2026
The board moved to delay the purchase of the Lake Marion site for future school development until the April 28, 2026 meeting. All consent‑agenda items, including travel reimbursements, budget amendments, facility projects, and contract approvals, were approved unanimously. Minutes from prior meetings were also approved.
- Postponed purchase of Lake Marion site to April 28, 2026 (motion made)
- Approved William Allen travel to COSSBA conference, $1,768.96 (motion carried)
- Approved Travis Keyes travel to COSSBA conference, $1,769.06 (motion carried)
- Approved IRS mileage rate increase to 72.5¢ per mile (motion carried)
- Approved demolition of five Alta Vista Elementary portables, $27,680 (motion carried)
- Approved right‑of‑way dedication along Gilbert Street from Pinewood Elementary (motion carried)
- Approved Cypress Junction Montessori contract modification (motion carried)
- Approved library book purchase lists for all school levels (motion carried)
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Aliyah Carela is a 6th grade student at Alta Vista K-8. She is 11 years old and is a very confident student. Her hobbies include being outside, listening to music, playing video games, and doing her homework. She wants to become a physical therapist when she grows up.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the February 24, 2025 School Board Agenda as revised.
Revisions;
Item – H#5 – Polk County Mileage Rate Increase for Travel Reimbursment – item was added.
Item - L #2 – Amendment to Installation of wall on the Sheriff’s Central District Command – attachment was updated.
Item – L#3 – Right of Way Dedication along Gilbert Street from Pinewood Elementary – attachment was updated.
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Board Meeting 5:00PM (Tuesday, February 24, 2026)
Generated by Yvette Vega on Friday, February 25, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 5:33 PM
A. Opening Items
Procedural: 1. Pledge of Allegiance
Procedural: 2. Call To Order
Action: 3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Motion to accept the February 24, 2025, School Board Agenda as presented.
Motion by Kay Fields, second by William Allen.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
B. New Administrators
Procedural: 1. New Administrators
C. Special Recognitions
Recognition: 1. 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. Lakeland and Bartow Oratorical and Essay Contests
Recognition: 2. CTAE Teachers and Students of the Year
Recognition: 3. Agri fest Recognition
Recognition: 4. Special Recognition
D. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Information: 1. Public Comments
Steffany Yocum spoke on the bargaining session
E. Approval of Minutes
Action, Minutes: 1. Approve Minutes of the January 27, 2026, Work Session Minutes
Motion to approve the Minutes of the January 27, 2026, Work Session Minutes as attached.
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by Kay Fields.
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
La Junta revisará la enmienda al contrato de almacén de datos de IBM por $245K
En esta sesión de trabajo, la Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk escuchará presentaciones y actualizaciones sobre varios temas, incluyendo renovaciones de escuelas chárter, una enmienda al contrato de almacén de datos, un nuevo programa de educación alternativa y un acuerdo administrativo de seguro de salud. No se tomarán votos; la sesión es para discusión e información.
- Enmienda 3 de la Fase 1 del Almacén de Datos de IBM por $245,000 para integrar tableros de datos estudiantiles
- Acuerdo de servicios administrativos de Meritain Health con una tarifa de $18.62 por empleado por mes
- Renovaciones de chárter para BridgePrep Academy of Polk, Mi Escuela Montessori y Victory Ridge Academy
- Modificación del contrato de Cypress Junction Montessori para agregar espacio instructional temporal en 330 Ave B SW, Winter Haven
- Presentación del Programa de Educación Alternativa K-5 que describe un nuevo sitio centralizado para estudiantes que necesitan apoyo especializado
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✓ Decidido: Board postponed the Budget & Staffing item to a later meeting
The work session moved the Budget & Staffing discussion to a subsequent meeting. No other substantive actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 5:18 PM.
- Budget & Staffing item moved to a subsequent meeting
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Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. PCPS Hall of Fame
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
A presentation of the PCPS Hall of Fame that includes bringing back the annual induction ceremonies and building a physical Hall of Fame at the District Office.
CONTACT:
Jason Geary, Senior Director of Communications
jason.geary@polk-fl.net
(863) 457-4708 ext. 829
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes or No
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
PCPS Hall of Fame.pdf (2,304 KB)
Subject
2. Charter Renewals for Contracts Expiring June 2026
Meeting
Feb 24, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
In accordance with Florida Charter Law, a charter may be renewed provided that a program review demonstrates th …
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Work Session 12:30PM (Tuesday, February 24, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 12:30 PM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. PCPS Hall of Fame
Jason Geary, Senior Director of Communications presented the PCPS Hall of Fame.
Superintendent's Report: 2. Charter Renewals for Contracts Expiring June 2026
Candy Amato, Sr. Director, Charter presented the Charter Renewals for contracts Expiring June 2026.
Superintendent's Report: 3. Cypress Junction Montessori Contract modification
Candy Amato, Sr. Director, Charter presented the Cypress Junction Montessori Contract Modification.
Superintendent's Report: 4. Alternative Education Program K-5 Presentation
Denisse Santos, Senior Director, Behavior & Mental Health Support presented the Alternative Education program for K-5.
Superintendent's Report: 5. IBM Data Warehouse Phase 1 Amendment 3
Deron Williams, Senior Director, Information Services presented the IBM Data Warehouse Phase 1, Amendment 3.
Superintendent's Report: 6. Contract Reviews and Rebid Process
Michael Kragh, Senior Director, Purchasing & Printing Services , Doug Harwell, Senior Director, Facilities & Operati …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Special Board Meeting - Step III Grievance Hearing 9:00AM
La junta mantiene advertencia verbal para maestra en caso de sujeción de estudiante
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk, Florida, realizó una reunión especial para escuchar una queja de Nivel III presentada por la Asociación de Educación de Polk en nombre de la ex maestra de VE Sabina Taylor. La queja impugnó una Reprensión por Escrito, posteriormente reducida a una Advertencia Verbal con Confirmación por Escrito, tras un incidente en agosto de 2025 donde Taylor aplicó un Control de Sujeción Infantil CPI a un estudiante de nueve años. Declaraciones de testigos e investigadores del distrito concluyeron que la sujeción violó la política 5630.01 sobre aislamiento y sujeción de estudiantes con discapacidades. Tras dos pasos previos de la queja que mantuvieron la advertencia, la junta votó 5-1 para mantener la recomendación del superintendente de una confirmación por escrito de una advertencia verbal.
- Audiencia de queja de Nivel III para Sabina Taylor, ex maestra de VE en la Escuela Primaria Spessard Holland
- Incidente: 15 de agosto de 2025, sujeción de estudiante por un iPad, resultando en un Control de Sujeción Infantil CPI a un niño de nueve años
- El distrito determinó violación de la Política 5630.01 – Aislamiento y Sujeción de Estudiantes con Discapacidades
- La junta votó 5-1 para mantener la recomendación del superintendente de Advertencia Verbal con Confirmación por Escrito; la miembro Sara Beth Wyatt votó en contra
- Taylor renunció a su certificación CPI y se transfirió voluntariamente a un puesto de enseñanza de quinto grado
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✓ Decidido: Board upholds verbal warning for Sabina Taylor grievance
The Board approved the Step III Grievance for Sabina Taylor. Additionally, the Board voted to uphold the Superintendent's recommendation for written confirmation of a verbal warning regarding the grievance.
- Approved Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor (5-0)
- Upheld Superintendent's recommendation for written confirmation of a verbal warning (4-1)
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Special Board Meeting - Step III Grievance Hearing 9:00AM
Polk Education Association Step III Grievance for Sabina Taylor
9:00AM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33813
A. Call To Order
Subject
1. Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor
Meeting
Feb 10, 2026 - Special Board Meeting - Step III Grievance Hearing 9:00AM
Category
A. Call To Order
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to approve Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor
DESCRIPTION:
Ms. Sabina Taylor, was a VE Teacher at Spessard Holland Elementary School. On August 15, 2025, Ms. Taylor was involved in a student restraint incident following an escalation over an iPad. She placed a nine‑year‑old student in a CPI Child Control Hold. Ms. Taylor stated she acted in self‑protection after the student swung at her; however, witness statements and documentation indicated the escalation began when the student resisted the removal of his iPad.
Following the incident, Ms. Taylor was placed on paid administrative leave, and an investigation concluded she violated Polk County School Board Policy 5630.01 – Seclusion and Restraint of Students with Disabilities, which limits restraint to situations involving imminent risk of serious injury and only after all de‑escalation strategies have been attempted.
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Special Board Meeting - Step III Grievance Hearing 9:00AM (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)
Generated by Yvette Vega on Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:22 AM
A. Call To Order
Action: 1. Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor
Motion to approve Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor
Motion by Sara Beth Wyatt, second by Travis Keyes.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Travis Keyes
Not Present at Vote: Kate Wallace
B. Approve Agenda
C. Grievance Hearing
Action: 1. Step III Grievance - Sabina Taylor
Motion to Uphold the Superintendent's Recommendation for Written Confirmation of a Verbal Warning for Sabina Taylor Step III Grievance.
Motion by William Allen, second by Kay Fields.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Nay: Sara Beth Wyatt
D. Adjournment
Meeting Adjourned at 10:08 AM. Minutes were approved and attested on this 24th day of February 2026.
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Justin Sharpless, Board Chair & …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Work Session 10:00AM
Asignación de Título I de $54,9M proyectada para el año escolar 2026-27
La Junta Escolar discutirá las proyecciones de asignación de Título I, Parte A, que totalizan una estimación de $54,9 millones para el año escolar 2026-2027, junto con las listas de elegibilidad escolar. Otros elementos incluyen una solicitud para agregar una marca histórica en Union Academy en honor a la Sra. Longworth, una presentación sobre WonderHere (un piloto de servicios contratados), opciones de vivienda y una discusión sobre el crecimiento en el condado de Northeast Polk. La junta también revisará la línea de tiempo del presupuesto y las renovaciones anuales de contratos por menos de $1 millón.
- Proyecciones de asignación de Título I, Parte A: estimación de $54,894,877 para 2026-2027
- Acta de adición de marca histórica en Union Academy (1897-1969) para honrar a la difunta Sra. Longworth
- Presentación del programa piloto WonderHere con borrador de acuerdo de servicios contratados
- Presentación de opciones de vivienda por parte del Superintendente
- Discusión sobre el crecimiento en el condado de Northeast Polk (asunto pendiente)
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✓ Decidido: Polk County Public Schools held a work session on budget and growth discussions
The board held a work session covering various information items including Title I projections and housing options. No substantive votes or formal decisions were recorded during this meeting.
- No substantive decisions were made during this work session
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Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Work Session 10:00AM
9:00AM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Historical Marker Addendum with The School Board of Polk County, FL at Union Academy
Meeting
Feb 10, 2026 - Work Session 10:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Union Academy 1897 - 1969 Historical Marker Addendum
The Union Academy Alumni has requested to place an addendum plaque on the school wall near the office.
Mrs. Longworth was not recognized on the original marker as giving her credit for the naming of the school.
An addendum would rectify the oversight and honor the late Mrs. Longworth.
CONTACT:
Beth Nave, Regional Assistant Superintendent 863-291-5250
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: Yes
FINANCIAL IMPACT: None
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
Historical Marker Addendum at Union Academy(2).pdf (1,153 KB)
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2. Title I, Part A Allocation Projections and Sc …
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Work Session 10:00AM (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 10:18 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Historical Marker Addendum with The School Board of Polk County, FL at Union Academy
Beth Nave, Regional Assistant Superintendent, and Joyce Bentley, Assistant Treasure, Greater Union Academy Alumni Association, presented the Historical Marker Addendum with The School Board of Polk County, FL at Union Academy.
Information: 2. Title I, Part A Allocation Projections and School Eligibility for the 2026-2027 School Year
Andrew Baldwin, Senior Director, Federal Programs and Grants Management and Alyson Dort, Director, Title I, presented the Title I, Part A Allocation Projections and School Eligibility for the 2026-2027 School Year
Superintendent's Report: 3. Wonderhere
Frederick Heid, Superintendent, presented the partnership with Wonderhere.
Superintendent's Report: 4. Housing Options
Frederick Heid, Superintendent, presented the Housing Options.
B. Annual Contract Renewals Under 1 Million
C. Budget & Staffing
Budget & Staffing: 1. Budget Timeline
Heather Jenkins, Chief Financial Officer, presented the Budget Timeline.
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
El plan de reasignación de escuelas intermedias se presenta al consejo
La Junta Escolar recibirá una presentación sobre un borrador del plan integral de reasignación de escuelas intermedias, que incluye alternativas específicas de la escuela e impactos acumulativos proyectados. Otros elementos incluyen la renovación de un acuerdo intermunicipal con el Condado de Polk para una acera, una enmienda a un muro perimetral en el Comando Central del Sheriff en la Escuela Intermedia Westwood, una escritura correctiva para una vía de uso público en Haines City y una dedicación de vía de uso público a lo largo de la Calle Gilbert desde la Escuela Primaria Pinewood. La junta también revisará una política propuesta de viajes y gastos (6550) y una sesión cerrada para el informe de cumplimiento de Escuelas Seguras.
- Borrador integral de reasignación de escuelas intermedias con alternativas específicas de la escuela e impactos en todo el distrito
- Renovación del acuerdo intermunicipal con el Condado de Polk por $250,000/año para la construcción de aceras cerca de las escuelas
- Enmienda para extender el muro perimetral en el Comando Central del Sheriff ubicado junto a la Escuela Intermedia Westwood
- Escritura correctiva y resolución para la dedicación de vía de uso público en Massee Road en Haines City
- Dedicación de vía de uso público de ~11,550 pies cuadrados a lo largo de la Calle Gilbert desde la Escuela Primaria Pinewood hasta Eagle Lake
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✓ Decidido: School Board discusses school name changes and various administrative reports
This work session included presentations on internal audits, land right of way dedications, and middle school rezoning. The board discussed changing the names of Alta Vista Elementary and Bella Citta Elementary to include K-8 designations.
- Discussed name change from Alta Vista Elementary to Alta Vista K-8
- Discussed name change from Bella Citta Elementary to Bella Citta K-8
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Work Session 12:30PM
12:30PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. 2024/2025 Internal Funds Audit
Meeting
Jan 27, 2026 - Work Session 12:30PM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Presentation of the 2024/2025 Fiscal Year Internal Funds Audit report by Jennifer Christensen, CPA, Partner, with Carr, Riggs & Ingram, L.L.C.
F.A.C. 6A-1001 and the incorporated Financial and Program Cost Accounting and Reporting for Florida Schools (Red Book) require that the School Board provide for an annual audit of Internal Funds. The signed, written report of the audit shall include notations of any failure to comply with Florida Statute, Florida Administrative Code or district School Board policy. The report, which may also provide commentary as to financial management and irregularities, shall be presented to the School Board while in session and filed as a part of the public record.
CONTACT:
Carol Matthews, Sr. Director Internal Audit, 863-519-7968, carol.matthews@polk-fl.net
Lauren Hinton, Sr. Director Accounting, 863-457-4710 x729, lauren.hinton@polk-fl.net
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Work Session 12:30PM (Tuesday, January 27, 2026)
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Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 12:30 PM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. 2024/2025 Internal Funds Audit
Carol Matthews, Senior Director, Internal Audit Services and Jennifer Christensen, CPA, Partner, with Carr, Riggs & Ingram, L.L.C. presented the 2024/2025 Internal Funds Audit.
Superintendent's Report: 2. Interlocal Agreement between The School Board of Polk County of Polk County and Polk County for Sidewalks
Joshua McLemore Director of Planning and Real Estate presented the Interlocal Agreement between the School Board of Polk Count and Polk County for Sidewalks
Superintendent's Report: 3. Amendment to Installation of Wall on the Sheriff's Central District Command
Joshua McLemore Director of Planning and Real Estate presented the amendment to the Installation of Wall on the Sheriff's Central District Command.
Superintendent's Report: 4. Corrective Deed & Resolution with Haines City for Massee Rd Right of Way Dedication
Joshua McLemore Director of Planning and Real Estate presented the Corrective Deed & Resolution with Haines City for Massee Rd. Right of Way Dedication.
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
La Junta considerará la asignación de terrenos para la nueva BBB High School
Esta es una reunión regular de la Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk. La junta votará sobre una agenda de consentimiento que incluye una asignación de terrenos para la nueva BBB High School, una escritura correctiva con Haines City y acciones de personal. La compra del sitio de Lake Marion para desarrollo futuro ha sido eliminada de la agenda. La reunión también incluye reconocimientos y la aprobación de actas anteriores.
- Asignación de terrenos para la nueva BBB High School (artículo U #4)
- Escritura correctiva y resolución con Haines City para la dedicación del derecho de vía de Masse Rd
- Eliminación de la agenda de la compra del sitio de Lake Marion para una futura escuela
- Promoción de nuevos administradores: Kimberly Hall (Winter Haven High) y Larry Atchison (Walter Caldwell Elementary)
- Reconocimiento de First South Florida Missionary Baptist District Association por donaciones a Crystal Lake, North Lakeland y Purcell Elementary
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✓ Decidido: Polk County School Board approves several facility and technology projects
The School Board approved multiple construction and renovation projects, including a wastewater plant replacement and school roof work. Additional approvals included board member travel, personnel actions, and various information technology upgrades.
- Approved Combee Academy of Design & Engineering Wastewater Treatment Plant Replacement ($2,299,652.00)
- Approved Dale R Fair Babson Park Elem. Bldg. 2 Roof Replacement & Interior Renovation ($2,500,000.00)
- Approved Traviss EMS renovation for Safe Schools Administrative Office Building ($1,242,800.00)
- Approved William Allen travel to FSBA 38th Annual Day in the Legislature ($780.00)
- Approved Kate Wallace travel to FSBA 38th Annual Day in the Legislature ($550.00)
- Approved SAP Upgrade Change Request - Additional Mock Cutover ($58,000.00)
- Approved SAP Upgrade Change Request - Extend Go Live Date to March ($225,000.00)
- Approved DGR-SOW: Strategic Transition Services ($246,850.00)
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Board Meeting 5:00PM
5 PM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 27, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
Hailee Hendrix is a 4th grade student at Polk City Elementary. She is 10 years old and enjoys music class and singing. She has a great sense of humor and she wants to be a voice actor when she grows up.
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Jan 27, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Jan 27, 2026 - Board Meeting 5:00PM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the January 27, 2025 School Board Agenda as revised.
Please see the revisions below;
Item – L #6 - Corrective Deed & Resolution with Haines City for Masse Rd Right of Way Dedication.
Item – M #1 – Non-Instructional Personnel Actions – attachment was added.
Item – M #2 – Administrative & Instructional Personnel Actions – attachment was added.
Item – N # 5 – GoTo Semtech Sierra Wireless – attachment was added.
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Board Meeting 5:00PM (Tuesday, January 27, 2026)
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Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 5:03 PM
A. Opening Items
Procedural: 1. Pledge of Allegiance
Procedural: 2. Call To Order
Action: 3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Motion to accept the January 27, 2025, School Board Agenda as revised.
Motion by Sara Beth Wyatt, second by William Allen.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
B. New Administrators
Action (Consent): 1. New Administrators
Resolution: Motion to approve New Administrators
Motion to approve consent agenda items as presented.
Motion by Kay Fields, second by Sara Beth Wyatt.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
C. Special Recognitions
Recognition: 1. Recognition of the First South Florida Missionary Baptist District Association
Recognition: 2. Focused on Excellence Recognition
D. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Information: 1. Public Comments
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
La Junta discute la actualización de la nueva escuela secundaria, las extensiones de las escuelas chárter y las actualizaciones de SAP
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk, Florida, realiza una sesión de trabajo para discutir varios temas de la agenda, incluyendo una extensión por un año del contrato de la escuela chárter Cypress Junction Montessori, una nueva solicitud de escuela chárter de McKeel Academy para una escuela en Mulberry, y dos solicitudes de cambio para la actualización del sistema SAP por un total de más de $283,000 en costos adicionales. La junta también revisará un programa piloto de traducción de ASL en tiempo real, una actualización del programa STEEL en Ridge Technical College con una expansión propuesta a Traviss, un taller de presupuesto sobre el Programa de Financiamiento de la Educación de Florida (FEFP) y una actualización del proyecto de la nueva escuela secundaria con detalles de adquisición de terrenos. También está programada una sesión cerrada para negociación colectiva.
- Extensión del contrato de la escuela chárter Cypress Junction Montessori hasta el 30 de junio de 2027
- Solicitud de escuela chárter de McKeel Academy en Mulberry para los grados Pre-K a 6 con 434 estudiantes proyectados
- Solicitud de cambio de actualización de SAP que agrega $58,000 para una migración de prueba y $225,000 para extender la puesta en marcha hasta marzo de 2026
- Programa piloto TranslateLive sin costo para interpretación de ASL en tiempo real en las aulas
- Actualización del proyecto de la nueva escuela secundaria con múltiples avalúos de terrenos y acuerdos de donación
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✓ Decidido: Polk County Schools board held a work session with no formal actions taken.
The Polk County School Board convened a work session where district staff presented updates on charter school contracts, IT system upgrades, budget programs, and a new high school project. No votes were recorded, and the board did not approve or deny any proposals during this meeting.
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Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Work Session 9:00AM
9:00AM
The School Board of Polk County, Florida
1915 S. Floral Ave
Bartow, FL 33830
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. Cypress Junction Montessori Contract Extension
Meeting
Jan 13, 2026 - Work Session 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Updated Contract Language; Section 1(B)(2):
Cypress Junction Montessori (CJM) requests a one-year extension of the current charter contract. This extension will keep CJM bound to the current terms of the existing charter contract and the application on file. It will also provide the school with the necessary time to refine and strengthen their long-term plans for expansion.
Term:The term of this charter shall be six years, commencing on July 1, 2021, and ending on June 30, 2027. All other provisions of the charter contract shall remain in full force and effect.
CONTACT:
Candy Amato
Sr. Director, Charter Schools
863-534-0625
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION: N o
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
File Attachments
CJM_extension request_2026.pdf (252 KB)
CJM modification_extension.pdf (78 KB)
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Work Session 9:00AM (Tuesday, January 13, 2026)
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Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:03 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Cypress Junction Montessori Contract Extension
Candy Amato, Sr. Director, Charter School, presented the Cypress Junction Montessori Contract Extension.
Superintendent's Report: 2. McKeel Academy Mulberry Charter Application
Candy Amato, Senior Director of Charter Schools, presented the McKeel Academy Mulberry Charter Application.
Superintendent's Report: 3. SAP Upgrade Change Request - Additional Mock Cutover
Anne Pasco, Assistant Superintendent, Information Systems & Technology and Diane Rivera, Director SAP, presented the SAP Upgrade Change Request - Additional Mock Cutover.
Superintendent's Report: 4. SAP Upgrade Change Request - Extend Go Live Date To March For Payroll Alignment
Anne Pasco, Assistant Superintendent, Information Systems & Technology, presented the SAP Upgrade Change Request - Extend Go Live Date To March For Payroll Alignment.
Superintendent's Report: 5. TranslateLive Pilot Program
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Fri Jan 9, 2026
Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk aprobó enmiendas a la agenda legislativa y viajes para el Día de Polk
La junta aprobó enmiendas a la Agenda Legislativa de las Escuelas del Condado de Polk y autorizó el viaje de dos miembros al evento Día de Polk en Tallahassee. Las enmiendas se aprobaron 6-1 y el viaje se aprobó 7-0. No se tomaron otras decisiones sustanciales; el resto de la reunión fue de carácter procedimental o informativo.
- Se aprobaron enmiendas a la Agenda Legislativa de las Escuelas del Condado de Polk (moción aprobada 6-1, William Allen en contra)
- Se aprobó el viaje para los miembros de la junta Sara Beth Wyatt ($596) y Justin Sharpless ($507) al Día de Polk en Tallahassee, del 21 al 23 de enero de 2026 (moción aprobada 7-0)
- Se programaron comentarios públicos sobre temas del orden del día y temas fuera del orden del día (no se tomó acción)
- La junta aceptó el orden del día tal como se presentó (procedimental)
- Informes del superintendente, abogado, auditor y miembros de la junta (solo información)
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✓ Decidido: Polk County School Board approved legislative agenda changes and member travel
The Polk County Schools Board of Education met on January 9, 2026, to adopt district advocacy priorities and authorize board member travel. Members approved amendments to the schools’ legislative agenda and authorized out-of-county travel for legislative meetings in Tallahassee through March 2026. All other items were informational reports or public comments with no further action taken.
- Approved amendments to the Polk County Schools Legislative Agenda (6-1)
- Authorized travel for Board Members Wyatt and Sharpless to Polk Day in Tallahassee, Jan 21–23 (7-0)
- Approved advanced out-of-county legislative travel to Tallahassee from January through March 2026 (7-0)
- Accepted the meeting agenda as presented (7-0)
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Friday, January 9, 2026
Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
9:00AM
Jim Miles Professional Development Center
4270 Wallace Rd
Lakeland, Fl 33812
A. Opening Items
Subject
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
2. Call To Order
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Procedural
File Attachments
Subject
3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
Category
A. Opening Items
Type
Action
Recommended Action
Motion to accept the January 9, 2026 School Board Agenda as presented.
File Attachments
Motion & Voting
Motion to accept the January 9, 2026 School Board Agenda as presented.
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by William Allen.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
B. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Subject
1. Public Comments
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Board Meeting 9:00AM
Category
B. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Type
Information
In accordance with Policy 0169.1 :
The School Board recognizes the value to school governance of public comme …
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Special Board Meeting 9:00AM (Friday, January 9, 2026)
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Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:06 AM
A. Opening Items
Procedural: 1. Pledge of Allegiance
Procedural: 2. Call to Order
Action: 3. Acceptance of the School Board Agenda
Motion to accept the January 9, 2026, School Board Agenda as presented.
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by William Allen.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
B. Public Comments on Agenda Items
Information: 1. Public Comments
C. Action-Agenda
Action: 1. Approval of Amendments to Polk County Schools Legislative Agenda
Motion to approve the Amendments to Polk County Schools Legislative Agenda
Motion by Travis Keyes, second by Sara Beth Wyatt.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Nay: William Allen
Action: 2. Approval of Board Member Travel for Polk Day in Tallahassee, January 21-23, 2026
Motion to approve Board Member Travel - Sara Beth Wyatt, Justin Sharpless for Polk Day in Tallahassee, January 21-23, 2026
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Fri Jan 9, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
La Junta revisará el borrador de rezonificación y consolidación integral de escuelas
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Polk llevará a cabo una sesión de trabajo/retiro especial para discutir los datos de rendimiento estudiantil de cinco escuelas frágiles, una actualización integral de la rezonificación escolar con recomendaciones preliminares y una actualización de la nueva escuela secundaria. También en la agenda: una discusión sobre la co-ubicación de Schools of Hope y capacitación en la nueva plataforma de autoservicio Employee Central. No se programan votaciones; este es un retiro solo de discusión.
- Revisión de datos de estudiantes para cinco escuelas de transformación: Crystal Lake Middle, Dixieland Elementary, Eagle Lake Elementary, Kathleen Middle, North Lakeland Elementary
- Actualización de la rezonificación integral de escuelas, incluyendo recomendaciones preliminares y discusión de consolidación (archivo: retreat item school consolidation v2.pdf)
- Discusión sobre la co-ubicación de Schools of Hope revisando las razones del rechazo de presentaciones anteriores
- Actualización de la nueva escuela secundaria con cronograma P3 (archivo: P3 timeline_1-7-26.pdf)
- Fase 1 de la actualización de SAP: capacitación en la plataforma de autoservicio Employee Central
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✓ Decidido: Polk County Schools board reviewed data and facility updates at a special retreat
The Polk County Public Schools Board held a special work session focused on presentations rather than formal votes. Members received updates on fragile school performance, comprehensive rezoning, a new high school project, and an IT system upgrade. The board requested additional data from charter schools but took no binding actions or made any motions during the retreat.
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Friday, January 9, 2026
Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Address:
Jim Miles Professional Development Center
4270 Wallace Rd.
Lakeland, Fl. 33812
A. Superintendent's Report
Subject
1. 9:00AM - 9:15AM Welcome and Opening Remarks
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
Call to Order
Overview of the Agenda
State of the District Report (provided in print)
CONTACT:
Frederick Heid
Superintendent
863.534.0521
WORK SESSION POWERPOINT PRESENTATION:
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Amount:
Funds Reservation Number or Requisition Number:
Cost Center:
Fund:
Functional Area:
GL:
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Subject
2. 9:15AM - 10:15AM - Turnaround/Fragile School Data Review
Meeting
Jan 9, 2026 - Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM
Category
A. Superintendent's Report
Type
Superintendent's Report
DESCRIPTION:
PM 2 student data review (district-wide)
Priority schools’ PM 2 student data review
Crystal Lake Middle
Dixieland Elementary
Eagle Lake Elementary
Kathleen Middle
North Lakeland Elementary
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Special Work Session - Board Retreat 9:00AM (Friday, January 9, 2026)
Generated by Michelle Naab on Thursday, January 15, 2026
Members present
William Allen, Sara Beth Wyatt, Kay Fields, Justin Sharpless, Lisa Miller, Travis Keyes, Kate Wallace
Meeting called to order at 9:47 AM
A. Superintendent's Report
Superintendent's Report: 1. Welcome and Opening Remarks
Mr. Heid, Superintendent welcomed everyone and did a quick review of the agenda.
Superintendent's Report: 2. Turnaround/Fragile School Data Review
Joseph McNaughton, Chief Academic Officer and Tracy Collins, Chief of Schools presented the Turnaround/Fragile School Data Review. Board requested data from our charter schools.
Superintendent's Report: 3. Comprehensive School Rezoning Update
Jennifer Farrell, Assistant Director, GIS/Demographics presented an update to the Comprehensive School Rezoning.
Superintendent's Report: 4 . Schools of Hope - Colocation Discussion
Frederick Heid, Superintendent presented the Schools of Hope process with submissions and denials.
Superintendent's Report: 5 . Break
Superintendent's Report: 6. New High School Update
James Greene, Legal Counsel, presented an update on the new high school
Superintendent's Report: 7 . Phase 1 of SAP Upgrade - Employee Central Training
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