Category Archives: Education

Congratulations to Winter Haven High School !

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Bob Gernert

On behalf of the Chamber and the Educational Outcomes Taskforce (now evolving into the Public Education Partnership, we want to extend our sincere congratulations to Principal Gina Williams, the WHHS faculty and the student body for their hard work and … Continue reading →

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Tresa Warner: Emerging Polk Leader

Posted on September 2, 2011 by Bob Gernert

  Tresa is a young professional that has far exceeded expectations as an educator and community activist. Her numerous contributions to the community are no secret. In addition to her passion as an educator, over the past 10 years she … Continue reading →

Posted in Education, Success Stories, Young Professionals | 2 Comments

“PEP Rally” at Tanner’s Pub – August 21 (Actually It’s Their New Sunday Brunch!)

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Join your friends at Tanner’s Pub on Sunday, August 21 and help the Public Education Partnership (PEP) at the same time! Enjoy their new Sunday Brunch: 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brunch will include complimentary mimosa upon your arrival. Carving stations … Continue reading →

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SOAR Eagles! Polk State College Unveils New Image

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Bob Gernert

In an effort to underscore the educational excellence they strive to represent, Polk State College today unveiled a new series of bold graphics that will represent the college as it moves forward. Polk State President Dr. Eileen Holden noted that … Continue reading →

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Second Grade Just Got More Awesome …

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Second grade students from throughout Polk County are going to receive a free field trip to LEGOLAND® Florida next school year, compliments of University of South Florida Polytechnic. LEGOLAND Florida, Central Florida’s newest theme park opens on October 15, 2011 and … Continue reading →

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Chamber Committee Delivers Education Report and Recommendations

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Following is the executive summary reviewing the findings and recommendations of a Steering Committee named in January by the Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce. A file of the entire report is available here. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Report of the Educational … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Education, Perspective | 3 Comments

Business Growth Conference Free to Small Businesses – May 16

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Great program! Great luncheon! Great Opportunity for Your Business … Conveniently offered here at YOUR Chamber! As part of National Small Business Week, May 16 to May 20, the CFDC’s Small Business Development Center, in association with the Florida Small … Continue reading →

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Polk State Gets $413,000 LEGOLAND Florida Training Grant

Posted on March 28, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Officials at Polk State College have learned that a Quick Response Training grant has been approved in the amount of $413,099 effective march 11, 2011. The grant from Workforce Florida, Inc., is for training of 423 new, full-time employees at … Continue reading →

Posted in Economic Development, Education, General Announcements, LEGOLAND® Florida, Merlin Entertainments, Polk State College, Tourism | 2 Comments

Chamber Launches Educational Outcomes Initiative

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Bob Gernert

Douglas A. Lockwood Meeting for the January Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting President Cindy Price proposed the creation of an ad hoc Educational Outcomes Steering Committee with Doug Lockwood serving as chairman. The mission and members were presented to the … Continue reading →

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Campus Within Campus for Chain of Lakes Collegiate High

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Bob Gernert

At L-A-A-A-AST! With a bit of appropriate editing for the occasion, Gwen Simmons sang the Etta James classic to mark the groundbreaking for the Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School. The “campus within a campus” will become a reality on … Continue reading →

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