EDUCATION GUIDE
Public Schools, Private Schools, Homeschooling, Colleges and Schools in Lakeland + Polk County
Whether you’re looking for a local preschool or interested in going back to college, Lakeland Mom’s Education Guide has you covered. It includes information on Polk County public schools, private schools in Lakeland and Polk County, homeschooling, tutoring, and more.
Don’t miss our Childcare + Daycare Guide if you are looking for After School Care, Preschools, or Camps.
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RECENT EDUCATION ARTICLES
Polk County School Calendar for 2026-2027: Public, Private, + Charter Schools
The Polk County School Calendar for the 2026-27 school year has been approved. Get dates for the first day of school, last day of school, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and more.
Polk County School Calendar for 2025-2026: Public, Private, + Charter Schools
The Polk County School Calendar for the 2025-26 school year has been approved. Get dates for the first day of school, last day of school, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and more.
Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Weeks: July 29 – August 11, 2024
The Florida Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is July 29 – August 11, 2024 and we’ve got all the details you need to know to save money on your back to school shopping! Save on clothing, shoes, uniforms, school supplies, computers, and more.
Back-to-School Guide for Lakeland + Polk County
Find all the info you need to kick off a new school year! Back to school events, places to get free school supplies, the 2024-25 school calendar, details on tax free shopping, our favorite school gear, Stuff the Bus donation locations, and more.
Back-To-School Bashes and Free School Supplies in Lakeland + Polk County
In need of free school supplies? Or just looking to celebrate the new school year with a back to school bash? We’ve got a full list of back to school events and places to get free school supplies.
Polk County School Calendar for 2024-2025: Public, Private, + Charter Schools
The Polk County School Calendar for the 2024-25 school year has been approved. Get dates for the first day of school, last day of school, Christmas Break, Spring Break, and more.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: Free Books for Kids 5 & Under
If you have a child under the age of 5, you can sign up today for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library – a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth until age 5.
2024 Summer Reading Programs + FREE Books and Reading Resources
Want to keep your kids reading and learning over the summer? Find a FREE summer reading program or online book subscription to get them excited to read!
EDUCATION DIRECTORY
Guide to Lakeland + Polk County
Check out our Guide to Lakeland + Polk County for more parenting resources and local information including Things to Do with Kids, Education, Childcare, Healthcare, Classes + Lessons, Youth Sports, Birthdays, and more.