Volunteer in Polk County Schools – Sign up today, whether you are a parent, grandparent, or citizen.
Parental Bill of Rights – This is a great resource with links to everything you need to understand the latest updates to the law.
Universal OPT-OUT form – Send pages 1 and 2. This form is acceptable in Florida and Georgia.
School Advisory Council (S.A.C.) – A School Advisory Council (SAC) is a team of people representing various segments of the community – parents, business leaders, interested community members, teachers, administrators, support staff, or students. The purpose of a SAC is to assist in the preparation and evaluation of the results of the school improvement plan and to assist the principal with the annual school budget. To join, contact your school principal, or go to your school website. Ask questions prior to a meeting to get them on the agenda. Don’t just listen to school reports. A SAC can influence issues, curriculum, student competency, SEL, surveys, mental health/labels, and more. Remember, community members are welcome on these school councils.
PragerU Kids is Approved Curriculum in Florida Schools – Ask your principal if/when they will start using PragerU materials
Scholarship Options
- Family Empowerment Scholarship – ESA, everyone is eligible.
- Family Empowerment Scholarship – Unique Abilities ESA
- HOPE Scholarships (For use if your child is uncomfortable with public school due to threat of bullying or violence)
- Florida Tax Credit Scholarship
The Parent Navigator – This online book by Marsha Metzger teaches you about the dangers that exist in the public school system, and how to navigate away from them.
Polk County Notice of Intent to Homeschool
Florida Parent Educators Association – Starting Point for Homeschooling Information
Watch the movie Schoolhouse Rocked, The Homeschool Revolution
Questions Parents should ask regarding homeschooling.