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Schools in 'limbo' over federal funding freeze

Polk County Public Schools says federal funding freeze could have alarming consequences

Another local school district is sounding the alarm about a current federal funding freeze that’s keeping almost $400 million from flowing to school districts across the State of Florida.

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Polk County Schools face potential $20M+ loss due to federal funding freeze

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Polk County Schools face a nearly $21 million cut in funding amid a federal funding freeze. Fiscal year 2025 funding for certain grant programs is now under review per an email sent from the U.S. Department of Education.

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Polk County school district sounds dire financial warning amid state reductions, federal freeze

Legislative disbursement changes have diverted $45.7 million from the district, and Trump's freeze on education funds puts another $20 million at risk.

Candidates emerge for Polk's 2026 elections in races from School Board to U.S. House

The Polk County School Board District 3 race already has three candidates. Incumbent Rick Nolte is on medical leave and has ...

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How did Polk students do on FAST tests this year? Here are the highs and lows. Find your school

Overall Polk County students improved in two-thirds of the categories, but fell in others. See how your school did.

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Life-threatening injury in a classroom reflects rise in violent behavior in Polk County schools

Records from Polk County Public Schools showed a rise of 69.2% in battery toward staff during the 2024-2025 school year.

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A funding freeze and dwindling state money mean school districts face cuts to programs

The Department of Education said in a brief message last month it is reviewing fiscal year 2025 funding "given the change in ...

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In Polk County, 19 schools will have new principals for fall

Nineteen Polk County public schools will have new principals for the 2025-2026 school year. Five principal reassignments are a result of retirements.

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Polk State College uses state grant to launch Teacher Apprenticeship Program

To be eligible, students must hold an Associate in Arts degree and currently work as a paraeducator for Polk County Public Schools.

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