22nd Annual MLK Celebration Luncheon – January 14, 2026
Good morning, Polk State College cordially invites you to join us for the 22nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Luncheon on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Health Center on the Winter Haven Campus. This year’s theme is “The Courage to Lead Change.” We are honored to welcome Dr. Jessica Pryce (jessicaprycephd.com) as our keynote speaker. Dr. Pryce, a respected voice on leadership, equity, and systems change, will resonate deeply with your work in
Webber’s Nursing Program Receives Accreditation
Webber’s Nursing Program Receives AccreditationBabson Park, FL (October 20, 2025) – Webber International University received notification on October 16th that the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Board of Commissioners, at their September meeting, voted to grant accreditation to Webber’s baccalaureate degree program in nursing for a period of five years.This accreditation is effective as of March 10, 2025, the first day of the program’s most recent CCNE on-site evaluation.University
Webber International University Kicks Off Centennial Celebration During Alumni Weekend
Babson Park, FL (October 7, 2025)- Webber International University officially launched its centennial celebration during its annual Alumni Weekend held on October 4, 2025. The festivities marked the beginning of a multi-year celebration leading up to the university’s 100th anniversary in 2027. Founded by the Babson family on April 6, 1927, Webber International University has long been a cornerstone of higher education in Polk County, Florida. As the region’s oldest post-secondary institution, Webber has
YMCA Child Care is Back in Lake Wales – Let’s Support Local Families Together!
Dear Community Partner,We’re excited to announce that the YMCA Early Learning Center at McLaughlin Middle High School is opening child care services in Lake Wales on August 11, and enrollment is NOW OPEN!This isn’t just a new child care center—it’s a place where children learn and grow, families feel supported, and our community thrives.We invite you to help us spread the word or explore ways we can partner to strengthen early childhood education and care in Lake Wales.What We Offer:Voluntary
Warner University - Discounted Online Education
We’re excited to offer a 15% tuition discount on all of our online degree programs to your Lake Wales employees! We know that the Lake Wales community pursues excellence and are committed to serving the people around them—values that align closely with Warner’s mission. This partnership would allow your team members to pursue affordable, flexible higher education while continuing to thrive in their roles. Program Highlights:15% tuition discount on all online programsFlexible scheduling designed for
