Polk review committees: 'The Vincent Boys' and 'George' get a nod
One committee voted overwhelmingly to keep "George" available at all grade levels. The second panel said 'The Vincent Boys' is OK for high schools.
Source: theledger.com
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COVID cost the school district $11.16M to treat employees
Polk County Public Schools’ health program is self-funded, meaning the district pays the medical expenses of its employees, including hospitalizations.
Source: theledger.com
Committees will review banned books in Polk County schools
The committees held their first meeting Tuesday night. They consist of 34 adults including parents and community members, and 15 high school juniors and seniors.
Source: usf.edu
Polk school superintendent: Groups to review 16 controversial books
Superintendent Frederick Heid said two committees have been formed to review 16 books that were challenged. Their first meeting will be March 1.
Source: theledger.com
Fire Set to Bathroom at Bartow High School Not Believed To Be Part of TicTok Challenge "Devious Lick"
On September 24, 2021 at approximately 0915 hours, Administrative Staff and School Resource Officers (SRO) at Bartow High School were notified of visible smoke in one of the educational buildings on campus. Upon their arrival, it was discovered that a soap dispenser in a male restroom was lit on fire. …
Source: dailyridge.com