Policies, Procedures & Forms

Attendance Policy

• Attendance Policy

For additional information regarding our Attendance Policy, please visit our Attendance page.

Bullying Policy

• Bullying Policy

Dress Code and Uniform Information

Please visit our Dress Code web page for more information on the district’s dress code for students.

Enrollment

Please visit our Enrollment web page for more information on how to enroll in a Polk County public school.

Grade Reporting Handbook

• Elementary Grade Reporting Handbook – Revised 04/30/20
• Secondary Grading Guidelines – Revised 04/30/20

Home Education

For additional information regarding Home Education, please visit our Home Education page.

Medical Forms and Procedures

• Authorization for Medication and Treatment – English | Spanish | Haitian Creole – Permitting necessary medication or treatment while at school
• Authorization for Medical Treatment: Field Trips – Permitting necessary medical treatment while on field trips
• Authorization for Tube Feeding During School Hours Form
• Diabetes Medical Management Parent Letter – English | Spanish | Haitian Creole
• Diabetes Medical Management Plan Form
• Diabetes, Protocol for Managing
• Entrance & Immunization Requirements – English | Spanish | Haitian Creole
• Medical Information Form – English | Spanish | Haitian Creole – Permitting participation in health services/clinic services at school
• Seizure Emergency Authorization for Medication/Treatment
• School Health Screening Opt-Out Forms - English | Spanish | Haitian Creole

Physical Education (P.E.)

• Interscholastic Athletic Participation Acknowledgement
• Middle School’s Physical Education Waiver (Activity Log)
• Physical Education Restrictions Form
• Middle School P.E. Waiver

School Board Policies

The School Board of Polk County determines and adopts lawful policies and programs that are deemed necessary for the efficient operation and general improvement of the school district. The School Board also adopts rules and regulations to supplement those prescribed by the State Board of Education that will contribute to an orderly and efficient operation of the school district.

View School Board Policies

Student Nutrition

• Special Dietary Needs
• Diet Modification Procedure Flow Chart
• Diet Modification Form
• Diet Modification Form (Spanish)
• Discontinuation of Diet Modification Form
• Discontinuation of Diet Modification Form (Spanish)
• Diet Modification Form Head Start & PreK
• Diet Modification Form Head Start & PreK (Spanish)
• Breakfast and Lunch Menus

Student Progression Plan

The Student Progression Plan for Polk County Public Schools presents the School Board rule and administrative procedures required for implementing state legislative and local School Board pupil progression requirements. Specific criteria have been set in the Student Progression Plan. The plan is designed to indicate what actions will be taken during the school year to assist the student. Particular emphasis is placed upon the pupil’s mastery of basic skills before he/she is promoted.

• Student Progression Plan

Technology Division Related Forms

Email & Supplemental Digital Resource Opt-Out Form

Student Directory Information Opt-Out Form

Transportation and Support Services

• Rules for Riding the bus, Pupil Transportation FAQ's and Field Trip Information links
• Approved Volunteers Application to Transport Students in Privately Owned Vehicles

Wireless Communication Device Policy

Our goal is to create a safe environment, conducive to learning, and free from distractions that hinder the learning process. PCPS has established the following practices in line with HB 1105 and District policy 5136-Wireless Communication Devices as stated in the Code of Student Conduct.