When you decide that you want to seek behavioral health treatment for yourself or a loved one, it can be hard to know where to start. Polk County’s website for behavioral health resources offers guidance and a directory of providers in Polk County. Plus, you can find blog articles written by local behavioral health experts to help you get started on the path to recovery today. Learn more at www.pcbhr.org.

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Need help finding #mentalhealth resources in #PolkCountyFL? Visit www.pcbhr.org to find a directory of local providers, blogs, Polk County statistics and crisis hotlines, as well as resources to support whole-person wellbeing.

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Help us build safer streets in Polk County. Share your feedback by July 31.

Scan the QR code or visit polkvisionzero.mysocialpinpoint.com to take a quick survey about commuting and transportation challenges you have experienced in the county.#VisionZero #PolkCountyFL #VisionZeroPolk #SafeStreets #PolkCountySafety #PolkTPO #Community #survey ... See MoreSee Less

We just got our report card, and Polk County Public Schools is B-B-B-Back!

PCPS earned a B district grade for the 2024-25 school year, according to data released today by the Florida Department of Education.PCPS improved from a C the year before. This is the district’s first B grade since 2019-20.“This is an outstanding accomplishment for our schools,” said PCPS Superintendent Fred Heid. “We’ve been making steady progress every year, thanks to the unwavering dedication of our students, teachers and staff. This is why we always tell our kids that hard work pays off.”PCPS students saw achievement gains in English language arts, social studies and science last year, and the district also helped more students take advantage of college and career acceleration programs. In addition, PCPS’ latest graduation rate climbed to 82%.A total of 14 traditional PCPS schools improved their own grades last year:- Two increased from a B to an A: Jewett School of the Arts, and Winston Academy of Engineering- Seven increased from a C to a B: Bethune Academy, Carlton Palmore Elementary, Frostproof Middle-Senior High, Lake Alfred Polytech Academy , Socrum Elementary, Snively Elementary, and Winter Haven High- Five increased from a D to a C: Auburndale High, Crystal Lake Elementary, Kathleen High, McLaughlin Academy of Excellence, and Stambaugh MiddleOnce again, there were no traditional PCPS schools earning an F grade.PCPS has used an intensive progress monitoring system to track students’ academic performance, and provide support based on each child’s learning style. Heid said the district will continue to refine its strategies and make use of available resources to help all schools succeed.“We’re very pleased with this year’s results, but we’re not yet satisfied. We’ll use this momentum to keep improving,” he said. “With that said, our community deserves to celebrate. So many people have played a role in this great achievement: students, teachers, staff, parents, guardians and volunteers. I’m incredibly grateful for their commitment, and so very proud to be part of Polk County Public Schools.”Complete school grades are available on the Florida Department of Education’s website: www.fldoe.org/accountability/accountability-reporting/school-grades/#lovePolkschools @topfans ... See MoreSee Less

When you decide that you want to seek behavioral health treatment for yourself or a loved one, it can be hard to know where to start. Polk County’s website for behavioral health resources offers guidance and a directory of providers in Polk County. Plus, you can find blog articles written by local behavioral health experts to help you get started on the path to recovery today. Learn more at www.pcbhr.org.

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Do you have questions about the future of transportation in Polk County? Submit your questions and tune in live for answers.

Join the live virtual Polk TPO public forum discussion on June 20 to hear from experts and planners as they prepare the upcoming draft of the Long Range Transportation Plan, also known as Envision 2050. This plan will guide transportation priorities and investments for the coming decades.Submit your questions:·On the event page at www.facebook.com/share/18wAJzCsvG· In the comments below· Email Envision2050@polk-county.net· Submit during the live eventLearn more about Envision2050 by visiting www.polkenvision2050.com#Envision2050 #PolkTPO #transportation #polkcountyfl @followers ... See MoreSee Less

Help us build safer streets in Polk County. Scan the QR code or visit polkvisionzero.mysocialpinpoint.com/ to share your feedback.

Your input will help guide Vision Zero, an initiative focused on eliminating traffic deaths and serious injuries in our communities.• Indicate specific locations on the interactive county map where safety is a concern.• Take the survey to share feedback regarding commuting and transportation challenges. These results will assist in designing the Polk Vision Zero Action Plan and guaranteeing that the plan reflects the needs and priorities of those who live, work and commute within Polk County.#VisionZero #PolkCountyFL #VisionZeroPolk #SafeStreets #PolkCountySafety #PolkTPO #Community #survey ... See MoreSee Less