Polk Career Academies Students have access to career academies that combine an academic curriculum with an occupational theme through the career & technical courses, and provides a student with a

Colleges & Universities Opportunities for advanced education are within easy driving distance of Bartow. Polk County is home to six colleges and universities and seven technical schools, offering our emerging

Education & Workforce Our vision for a successful future establishes an education system that is challenging and distinct enough to hearten the highest levels of student achievement, and provides enduring