Jun
6
Test Event
Saturday, June 6, 2026Winter Haven
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ELC Polk Calendar
Events & Programs
Workshops, info sessions, board meetings, and community events — filtered by what matters to you.
12upcoming
5past events
Jun
8
Test Event #2
Monday, June 8, 2026Winter Haven
Review with Anniel
Jun
25
VPK Information Session – Fall 2026
Thursday, June 25, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 11:30 AMELC Polk Office – 115 S Missouri Ave, Lakeland
Learn about the free Voluntary Prekindergarten program for eligible 4-year-olds. Bring proof of Florida residency. No appointment needed.
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27
CLASS Observation Training for Providers
Saturday, June 27, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMELC Polk Winter Haven Office
Full-day CLASS observation and documentation training for early learning providers participating in School Readiness or VPK programs.
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2
ELC Polk Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, July 2, 2026 · 5:30 PM115 S Missouri Ave, Lakeland, FL 33815
Monthly public board meeting. All community members are welcome to attend. Agenda available 7 days in advance.
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9
School Readiness Application Workshop
Thursday, July 9, 2026 · 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMELC Polk Office – 115 S Missouri Ave, Lakeland
Step-by-step help with the School Readiness application. Bring income documentation and proof of employment or school enrollment.
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15
New Provider Orientation
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual – Zoom
Orientation for child care programs interested in becoming VPK or School Readiness providers. Contact Karen Hallman at ext. 307 to register.
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17
Early Learning Community Forum
Friday, July 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM – 7:30 PMPolk County Library, Lakeland
Public forum on early learning access and quality in Polk County. Families, advocates, and community members are encouraged to attend.
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22
Inclusion Support Webinar – Warm Line Resources
Wednesday, July 22, 2026 · 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMVirtual – Zoom
Learn about ELC Polk's inclusion support services for providers serving children with special needs. Registration required.
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5
Polk County Family Resource Fair
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 1:00 PMRP Funding Center, Lakeland
Annual back-to-school resource fair with child care enrollment help, VPK sign-ups, School Readiness applications, and community services all in one place.
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6
ELC Polk Board of Directors Meeting
Thursday, August 6, 2026 · 5:30 PM115 S Missouri Ave, Lakeland, FL 33815
Monthly public board meeting. Community members welcome.
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11
VPK Fall 2026 Program Kickoff
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · All dayPolk County VPK Providers
First day of the VPK Fall 2026 term for Polk County children. Families should confirm enrollment with their provider.
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