Thanksgiving reminds us of the power of gratitude and offers a meaningful opportunity to pause and reflect on the generosity of those who continue to invest in the lives of Polk State’s students.
For 61 years, Polk State College has thrived as a driver of opportunity and workforce development, anchoring the region’s prosperity and empowering the next generation of leaders. This year, Polk State has made historic progress on many fronts, specifically in campus development and workforce training.
The college’s long-awaited Haines City-Davenport Campus is rising in one of the fastest-growing regions of Florida. When doors open in fall 2026, Polk State’s eighth location will bring state-of-the-art facilities, advanced technology and vital workforce programs closer to thousands of residents in Northeast Polk County. This campus is more than a building – it is a fulfilled promise to provide affordable access to quality higher education where it is needed most…