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May 20, 2016 SNAPSHOT OF UPCOMING EVENTS IN THE WINTER HAVEN AREA:

FireLight – An Exhibition of Ceramics and Photography, Outer Space Art Gallery and Studio, now – June 16. Reception May 28 at 7 p.m. RSVP 863-272-2258. Flyer below.

Dulcimers in the Park – May 20, 5:30 – 7 p.m., Central Park Antique Outboard Motor Club Lake Shipp Meet – May 20 & 21, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Lake Shipp Park Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show – May 21, 6 – 7 p.m., Lake Silver at MLK Park Building a Healthier Polk Initiative, May 24, 3 – 5 p.m., Central Florida’s Tourism & Sports Marketing,

2701 Lake Myrtle Park Road, Auburndale. Flyer below. Wear It Winter Haven, May 27, noon, WG Roe Park. Life Jacket Campaign Kick-off. Flyer below. Youth For Christ of Polk County Golf Classic – May 27th at The Country Club of Winter Haven, 4200

Country Club Road South, Winter Haven Family Fun & Fitness at the Fountain – May 28, 9 – 10 a.m., Central Park 4th Saturday Market – May 28, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Central Park May Day Festival of Central Florida/Historic Pugshville Day, May 28 commemorating the historic day of

May 20, 1865 when the slaves in Florida were emancipated. Chain O’ Lakes Complex 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team Memorial Day Ski Show – May 30, 6 – 7 p.m., Lake Silver at MLK Park, 250 South Lake Silver Drive. Bring a lawn chair. FREE! Pre-show starts 45 minutes prior to event.

Kiwanis "Serving the Children" Charity Golf Tournament, June 4, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Winter Haven Foundation. Registrations at 7 a.m. Shotgun Start 8 a.m. Sponsorships available, contact golf@winterhavenkiwanis.org . Visit www.winterhavenkiwanis.org/golf for more information.

The Planning Commission meeting is June 7 at 6 p.m. at City Hall. Polk Vision Broadband Summit, June 10, Polk State College Advanced Technology Center, Bartow.

8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Flyer below. 2nd Saturday Market – June 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Central Park FREE Water Ski Show, June 11 5 p.m., Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show, Martin Luther King Jr Park

Lake Silver Dr. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for seating A full concessions is available for sale Cave Quest, Lake Shipp Baptist Church, 92 High St., June 12 – 17, 863-293-9572. Flyer below. Winter Haven Swim Lessons, first session begins June 13 with registration starting June 8. Take a look

at the flyer below for times, dates and additional details. Start planning your summer now!

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The City of Winter Haven along with key City Finance Department staff has received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recognition for the prestigious Distinguished Budget Presentation Award every year since 1993. The most recent award marks the City’s 22nd year in a row to be recognized by this professional finance organization for an outstanding budget presentation.

Polk State College Talon Robotics, June 15-29, for students entering 6th-12th grade; Polk State College Winter Haven & Lakeland Campuses; 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.- Extended Drop-off and pick-up times, Contact Christy Canady (ccanady@polk.edu) and visit: https://www.polk.edu/talon-robotics/ Flyer below.

Daddy - Daughter Dance, June 18, 5 – 8 p.m. Women's Club, 660 Pope Ave. NW, $10 per Princess and $15 per King. Purchase tickets May 9 - June 10 at Chain O' Lakes Complex, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd SW or Winter Haven Recreational & Cultural Center, 801 Ave. T NE. For more information, please contact Terrell Griffin at tgriffin@mywinterhaven.com or 863-291-5675. Flyer below.

Vacation Bible School, Cypress Ridge Presbyterian, June 20 – 24, flyer below. 4th Saturday Market – June 25, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Central Park 2016 Empty Bowls Gala to Benefit Agape Food Bank, October 1, 5:30 p.m. AT Regal Lakeland, 925

Bartow Road, Contact Marie Rich AT marie.rich@cflcc.org or 863.686.7153, ext. 3015. Cost: $75 per person. Enjoy an evening of delicious food and entertainment, benefiting the Agape Food Bank's mission to end childhood hunger in our community. The evening includes a live auction of one-of-a-kind bowls designed by local and national celebrities, as well as a silent auction.

The Cypress Gardens Water Ski Show, on Lake Silver, 3rd Saturday of every month 6 p.m. (March - October) and 4:30 p.m. (November - February). Bring a lawn chair. FREE! Pre-show starts 45 minutes prior to event. 250 South Lake Silver Drive. For more information contact Mark Voisard, 863-521-2808.

City of Winter Haven Commission Contact information: Mayor Brad Dantzler 863-289-9947 bdantzler@mywinterhaven.com Mayor Pro Tem Pete Chichetto 863-289-2794 pmchichetto@mywinterhaven.com Commissioner Nathaniel Birdsong 863-289-9813 nbirdsong@mywinterhaven.com Commissioner Steven Hunnicutt 863-289-9971 smhunnicutt@mywinterhaven.com Commissioner William Twyford 863-307-2291 wtwyford@mywinterhaven.com CITY CLERK Vanessa Castillo – 291-5600 Meetings during which Regular City Commission Meeting agendas will be reviewed are Agenda Review

Sessions. Workshops are special called meetings to discuss specific, usually more complex issues. The City Commission regular meeting is Tuesday, May 31 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall.

GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT – Sean Byers, 291-5600 The Development Special Magistrate meeting is May 20 at 11 a.m. in City Hall, 451, Third Street, NW. Have site plan questions? Call the Planning Office 291.5600. The Business Tax Receipt (BTR) office is at is 490 3rd St. NW across from City Hall. Contact Alicia

Hughes at 863.291.5695. Go to: http://www.mywinterhaven.com/building_tax_receipt.htm. The proposed projects page: http://www.mywinterhaven.com/proposedprojects.htm NEW LINK - For Construction Project details click:

http://www.mywinterhaven.com/documents/CAPITALPROJECTSREPORT-May2016.pdf

PARKS, RECREATION & CULTURE Andy Palmer, 291-5656 Trail construction is occurring 7 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. During construction, expect travel lane

closures and detours. Click for updates http://www.mywinterhaven.com/lake_howard_trail_phase_ii.htm Chain O’ Lakes Complex – Donna Nixon, 291-5656 Planning a Wedding, Baby Shower, Birthday Party or a special activity needing a special venue? Give

Donna a call at 291-5656 for rental information and individualized guidance.

Special Events – Arin Vaughan, 291-5656 Interested in planning an event on City property? Click the link for the “how-to’s” of event planning in Winter Haven. http://www.mywinterhaven.com/documents/SpecialEventsGuide.pdf Want to be up-to-date on events? “Like” the Parks and Recreation Facebook Page right now! www.facebook.com/winterhavenparks Summer Programs and Instructional Classes – Megan Leary, 291-5656 Summer Camp is almost full! Sign up today. There are three camp options including Summer Fun at the

Rec, Rotary Playground Camp, and Discovery Camp. Come to the Chain O’ Lakes Complex or the Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center to register. For questions call Megan Leary at 863-291-5656. *Spaces are full for Kindergarten through 3rd grade for Discovery Camp.* Flyer Below.

Ballroom Dance classes, for the very beginner and those with experience. Try something new in the New Year! Join us any Wednesday. No partner needed, Wednesdays, 6-7 p.m. Beginner, 7-8 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced, $10 Resident per class and $11 Non-Resident. Flyer below.

Zumba classes, adult Zumba classes for all levels. Mondays, 6-7 p.m. $4 Resident and $5 Non-Resident. Belly Dancing classes, a great way to exercise while learning a fun style of dance. Mondays and

Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., $6 Resident per class and $7 Non-Resident. Ages 16 and Older. Tae Kwon Do classes, Students are taught the importance of respect, responsibility, self-control and good

behavior while learning self-defense and how to maintain good physical and mental health. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-7:45 p.m., $50 Resident per month and $63 Non-Resident.

Chicago Style Steppin’ classes, an urban dance that originated in Chicago and continues to evolve while defining its unique style and culture within the context of mainstream Swing Dance, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.,

$10 Resident per class and $11 Non-Resident. Goju Karate classes, you will learn strong discipline, focus, control, conditioning, and balance, all while

learning serious self-defense techniques through conditioned response., Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., $45 Resident per month and $57 Non-Resident.

Judo classes, Do Judo to excel in competition, to stay in shape, and to develop self-confidence, Mondays and Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $55 Resident per month and $69 Non-Resident.

Dog Obedience classes, Dog obedience classes will be offered for dogs of all levels. Dogs must be at least 4 months old, Saturdays, 9-11 a.m., Next session begins March 5th, $50 Resident for 8 weeks and $63 Non-Resident.

Guitar classes, Class sessions and times are scheduled through the instructor to fit your busy schedule. Learn different music genres using bass, electric or acoustic guitars., $110 per four weeks; $150 per six weeks; $200 per eight weeks Resident and $138 per four weeks; $188 per six weeks; $250 per eight weeks Non-resident. Contact the instructor at 514-0417 to schedule a class.

New Classes! Give Megan a call at 291-5656 for class info or to learn how you can become an instructor. Summer Camp 2016 Summer Camp registration will begin April 4th at the Chain O’ Lakes Complex.

Please call Megan at 291-5656 for more information. Rowdy Gaines Olympic Pool–210 Cypress Gardens Blvd.– David Nugent, Tabatha Clock, 291-5656 Rowdy Gaines Olympic Pool: Recreation/Lap Swim: The “Rowdy” Gaines Pool Hours - Long Course Lap

Swim Mon. – Fri. 10 a.m. – Noon; Short Course Lap Swim – Mon. – Fri. Noon – 2 p.m.; Recreational /Open Swim – Mon. –Fri. Noon – 2 p.m. Cost: Residents - $2; Non-Residents $3. Aquatic passes are available at various rates.

Winter Haven Swim Lessons, first session begins June 13 with registration starting June 8. Take a look at the flyer below for times, dates and additional details. Start planning your summer now!

Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center – Terrell Griffin, 863-291-5675 Fun on the Run is a mobile recreation unit that shows up in your neighborhood with a treasure chest of

activities and trained staff for registered children. It operates June 13 – August 5 (Rain days will be cancelled.) Please see flyer below.

All 4 Teens is a safe place where teens can meet new friends, enjoy activities, have down time for socializing, theme nights, dancing and more. This is free for ages 13 – 17 years old between June 14 – August 5, 2016 on Tuesdays and Fridays between 6 – 9 p.m. Flyer below.

Daddy, Daughter Dance – Fathers, enjoy an evening with your special girl the old-fashioned way on June 18 - dressed in semi-formal attire. Moms take the night off while dads sweep your daughters off their feet! Grandpas, uncles, or significant others are welcome to join in! The event will feature a surprise visit from Cinderella, dinner, a DJ and lots of other fun activities. It will be held at the Women's Club, 660 Pope Ave. NW from 5-8 p.m. The fee is $10 per Princess and $15 per King. Purchase tickets May 9 - June 10 at Chain O' Lakes Complex, 210 Cypress Gardens Blvd SW or Winter Haven Recreational & Cultural Center, 801 Ave. T NE. For more information, please contact Terrell Griffin at tgriffin@mywinterhaven.com or 863-291-5675. Flyer below.

Marching Wolverine Community Band Annual Fundraiser Banquet & Band Concert for all ages May 29, at 4 p.m. in WHRCC’s Gymnasium. Free Admission: donations are appreciated Sponsored by PenGeo, Inc. (Tinsley’s Kentucky Fried Chicken) & City of Winter Haven.

Summer Camp 2016 registration is being held at the Winter Haven Recreational and Cultural Center. Please call 863- 291-5675 for more information.

Band Instructional classes, designed for all skill levels and ages, meet Thursdays from 4-5:30 p.m. at WHRCC. Limited selections of instruments are available for use at no charge.

School’s Out Camp is available during public school holidays and teacher work days from 7:30 a.m. -5:30 p.m., for kids ages 6-13. The cost is $5 per day for City residents and $10 per day for Non-City residents. For more information call 863-291-5675. Flyer below.

The Marching Wolverine Community Band program meets Sundays from 4-6 p.m. and Mondays from 5-7 p.m. at WHRCC/Tugerson Field. The program is open to all ages free. Earl Williams is the Director.

Pool, foosball, and air hockey tables are available throughout the day/evening depending on scheduled activities. Please call for availability.

Need a place to burn some calories and get fit at no cost? Exercise machines, a tread mill, weight benches, squat racks and free-weights are available from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday, noon–7 p.m.

Winter Haven Senior Center – Jennifer Burke; 291-5870 Free card/tile game called Mah Jongg is taught every Thursday at 12:30 p.m. Be part of the new exercise class Strength and Cardio, Mondays from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Cost is

Residents $1 Non-residents $2. For more information call 863-291-5870. The Senior Center is looking for certified Zumba Gold and Silver Sneakers Instructors to teach regular

classes. Give Jennifer Burke a call at 291-5870 to learn how you can be involved. AARP Defensive Driving Course. Call 668-7241 for available dates and registration. The SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program will answer questions and provide

free, unbiased Medicare counseling. Make an appointment at the Senior Adult Center - 291-5870. Po-Ke-No is a great mix between cards and bingo! Join us at 10:45 a.m. on Fridays. The Winter Haven Shuffleboard Club meets on Wednesdays and Fridays at 1 p.m. Daily lunch program through Polk Elderly Services. Hot meals weekdays, 11:30 a.m. for 60 years or

older. Pre-register 9 – 11 a.m. Monday – Friday, and eat at least two meals per week. The charge is a donation. Some transportation is provided within the area. Call 291-5870 for more information.

Mixed Media Painting Class, alternating Mondays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. Participants bring their own materials. The cost is $10 for City residents and $11 for non-City residents.

Wellness with Wilma 60 minute low-impact workout. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 10 a.m.; $1 for City residents and $2 for non-City residents.

BINGO, Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m. Cards are .25 each, and participants play for grocery items. Senior Chess Club, Wednesday and Friday, 1:30 p.m., no charge! Beginner’s Tai-Chi class Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.; $4 for City residents and $5 for non-residents.

Beginner’s Line Dance classes; Thursdays, 1:30 p.m., $4 for City residents & $5 for non-residents. The Quilting Social is every Wednesday and Friday at 1 p.m. Bring your own materials and work on your

own projects. An instructor provides assistance if necessary. Free. Winter Haven Public Library – Cori Greear; 291-5880

Technology Help Desk: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m. Having trouble setting up your e-reader? A Facebook account? Or your laptop? Stop by the Library between 1-4 p.m. on Fridays and receive technology assistance from the City of Winter Haven IT Department.

LEGO Club Tuesday from 4-5 p.m. We supply the Lego blocks, you provide the imagination! Creations will be displayed during the following week. Open to ages 7-12.

The SEEDLab computer class schedule is below. To register, follow the instructions on the attached or click here: https://sites.google.com/site/whplseedlab/schedule/calendar

Schedules for the Library’s Summer Program activities, June 17-July 30 are coming soon! Mark you schedule now to attend the Kickoff Party! June 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Library – see kickoff party flyer below.

PUBLIC WORKS Susan Stewart – 291-5757 Garbage and Recycle schedule for Memorial Day - May 30, 2016:

Monday garbage route will be on Tuesday and Tuesday garbage route will be on Wednesday. Tuesday, May 31 recycle pick up will be collected Wednesday, June 1, and Thursday, June 2 pickup

will be collected Friday June 3. Call 291-5757 with any questions. UTILITY SERVICES Mike Britt – 291-5678 Gardening & Landscaping Programs are offered by the Polk County Master Gardeners, Florida-Friendly

Landscaping™ and Horticulture Programs at the UF/IFAS Extension Service. The flyer is below.

FINANCIAL SERVICES Cal Bowen – 291-5667 Click the link to view the FY 2016/17 City of Winter Haven Budget document. http://goo.gl/d2y2Vh HUMAN RESOURCES Shawn Dykes and Shannon Cooley - 291-5650 Click the link for job opportunity information! http://www.mywinterhaven.com/city_employment.htm

3rd  Friday  Musical  Hammers  Dulcimer  Night  5:30  –  7:00  pm  

1st  Friday      Pickin’  in  the  Park  6:30  –  8:00  pm  

sing along, song books provided

Come support student performances prior to Pickin’

Sept. 4th Oct. 2nd Pinewood Elem. 6 pm Nov. 6th Jewett Arts 5:30 pm

Brigham Academy 6 pm Jan. 1st Feb. 5th Wahneta Elem. 6 pm March 4th Elbert Elem 5:30 pm

Chain Of Lakes 6 pm April 1st May 6th WH High School 6 pm

Bring a lawn chair and friend to all events!

2nd  Friday    Praise  in  the  Park  6:30  –  8:00  pm  

local church praise bands Oct. 9th Nov. 13th Dec. 11th Jan. 8th Feb. 12th Mar. 11th April 8th May 13th

4th  Friday    Join  Grant  Piche’    &  the    Jug  Brothers  Band  6:30  –  8:00  pm  

Bring your washboard, spoons, kazoos, tub bass, jug, bones, etc..

Come prepared to play or just listen! Sep. 25th Oct. 23rd Jan. 22nd Feb. 26th Mar. 25th Apr. 22nd

May 27th

hammered & mountain dulcimers Sep. 18th Oct. 16th Nov. 20th Dec. 18th Jan. 15th Feb. 19th Mar. 18th Apr. 15th

May 20th

Oct. 30th Fat Frank & the Plank Spankers Blues Zydeco Roots

Jan. 29th Celtic String Along Celtic & Old Time Tunes

Apr. 29th James & John Songs Taylor, Buffett, Lennon, Denver, Fogerty…

5th  Friday    Special  Concerts  6:30  –  8:00  pm  

58 4th Street N for more info: 863-297-9387

W.G. ROE PARK 500 Ave R SW

May 27, 2016; NOON Support the efforts of the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 77 Polk County, Florida as they partner with the City of Winter Haven to remind everyone to wear a life jacket. “Wear It Winter Haven” permanent signs will be placed at key locations, and this event will serve as the grand unveiling of these important markers. Bring a life jacket and be part of the picture taken demonstrating support for this initiative.

United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 77 Polk County, Florida

The City of Winter Haven does not discriminate against any person or group on the basis of race,

color, national origin, sex, age, disability, religion, income or family status. Persons with special needs

should contact Parks & Recreation at 863­291­5656.

Session I (June 13 ­ 24)Class Times: AM: 8:30, 9:15*, 10:00*, 10:45 & 11:35                     PM: 5:30, 6:15 & 7:05Registration:  June 8:         5:30 ­ 7 p.m.                      June 9&10:  10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Session II (June 27 ­ July 8)Class Times: AM: 8:30, 9:15, 10:00, 10:45 & 11:35Registration:  June 22:         5:30 ­ 7 p.m.                      June 23&24:  10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Session III (July 11 ­ 22)Class Times: AM: 8:30, 9:15*, 10:00*, 10:45 & 11:35                     PM: 5:30, 6:15 & 7:05Registration:  July 6:       5:30 ­ 7 p.m.                      July 7&8:  10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Session IV (July 25 – Aug 4)Class Times: AM: 8:30, 9:15, 10:00, 10:45 & 11:35Registration:  July 20:         5:30 ­ 7 p.m.                      July 21&22:  10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Fee per Session ­ Residents $35 (Must have proofof residency) and Non­residents $44. You mustregister in person if this is your first time takingswim lessons with the City of Winter Haven. A

parent or guardian must register children under 18.Evening Registrations will be held at the SouthEntrance of the Chain O’ Lakes Complex.

Morning/Afternoon registration will be held in theAquatics Office located at the North Entrance of theChain O’ Lakes Complex. Lessons are held at theRowdy Gaines Olympic Pool. Class times with anasterisk(*) next to it denotes that lessons will alsobe offered at the WHRCC Pool (Registrationinformation and fees are the same).For moreinformation call Aquatics at 291­5656 or email

tclock@mywinterhaven.com.

SWIM LESSONSSummer 15'

Safety DAY!just KEEP KICKING.

Summer Program 2016Kickoff Party

Winter Haven Public Library ~ 325 Ave A NW Winter Haven, FL 33881 ~ (863) 291-5880

whpl.mywinterhaven.com

FUN FOOD

Prizes

Rock BandCardboard Box Relay Race

Slither.ioDance Central

Smoothies From

Bambu Body Bar!

PedometersPencils

Bookmarks & More!

&The Orlando Youth Circus!

June 175:00 P.M.

-7:00 P.M.

Winter Haven Public Library

Scholarships 2016 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

As a result of our generous benefactors in the community, we have a small number of Eaglebot and Technobot need-based scholarships available for students. We strongly encourage those interested in the program who may have financial limitations to complete the following process for financial assistance.

The Waiver Request Form and Instructions are located to your right. Please open a copy and review the document to determine if your child/children would qualify for scholarship relief.

In order to qualify for a partial fee waiver, you must provide items 1 and 2 below:

1. Complete the Waiver Request Form which is available as a link on this page (to your right). Please list all members in the household using the space provided on the waiver request form, including parents/guardians and all other children and/or adults.

2. Demonstrate financial need and submit proof of Current Year Income Tax Return – i.e. a copy of page 1 and 2 of your 2015 federal income tax return is required.

3. Submit proof of good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA requirement) – i.e. a copy of your child’s last report card is appreciated. Note, if you do not have the last report card, Polk State College will verify the child’s academic standing through the school district office.

Complete the request form and return it along with the required supporting documentation by email to Christy Canady (ccanady@polk.edu) or fax it to her attention to 863.669.4929.

Important Note: the $35 non-refundable deposit is required of all registrants and it is highly recommended that you go ahead and complete the online registration process to ensure your child has a reserved seat.

If you have any questions about scholarships or the application process, please give us a call at 863.298.6827.

 

Guidelines for Awarding TALON Robotics Partial Fee Waivers

Selection: The Review Committee will process the initial screening of applicants based on the stated qualifying criteria. Final approval and selection of each recipient will be made by the TALON Scholarship Committee. Recipients must use the partial fee waiver in the current session, or it will automatically be voided.

Eligibility Guidelines

Required documentation to be considered for a financial fee waiver:

Current year tax return documents

o 1040 – Rows 7, 12, 18 o 1040A – Row 7 o 1040EZ – Row 1

Information regarding students’:

GPA Disciplinary record Free/reduced lunch status

Guidelines for Awarding TALON Robotics Partial Fee Waivers

Household Income Number in Household

Percentage of Fee Waiver Awarded

Amount of Fee Waiver Awarded

Total Participant Responsibility

Sibling Discount

Less than $20,664 Any 100% $360.00 $0.00

$20,665 - $27,991 2 75% $270.00 $90.00

$20,665 - $27,991 3+ 100% $360.00 $0.00

$27,992 - $35,317 2 50% $180.00 $180.00

$27,992 - $35,317 3-4 75% $270.00 $90.00

$27,992 - $35,317 5+ 100% $360.00 $0.00

$35,318 - $42,643 2-3 25% $90.00 $270.00

$35,318 - $42,643 4 50% $180.00 $180.00

$35,318 - $42,643 5 75% $270.00 $90.00

$35,318 - $42,643 6+ 100% $360.00 $0.00

$42,644 - $49,969 2 0% $0 $360.00

$42,644 - $49,969 3-4 15% $54.00 $306.00

$42,644 - $49,969 5 30% $108.00 $252.00

$42,644 - $49,969 6+ 60% $216.00 $144.00

$49,970 – $57,295 2 0% $0 $360.00

$49,970 – $57,295 3-4 10% $36.00 $324.00

$49,970 – $57,295 5 20% $72.00 $288.00

$49,970 – $57,295 6+ 30% $108.00 $252.00

$57,296 - $64,621 >6 0% $0 $360.00 10%

$57,296 - $64,621 6+ 20% $72.00 $288.00 10%

$64,622+ Any 0% $0 $360.00

TALON Robotics

Partial Fee Waiver Guidelines

Through the generous contributions of Polk State TALON donors, some scholarship relief will be available for those with significant need.

This year, all participants will be required to pay a registration fee of $35.00.

Partial fee waivers will be awarded on a sliding scale based on household income and number of persons in the family. To assist us in determining eligibility, we will use the established Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines.

Anyone wishing to apply for a partial fee waiver will be required to provide proof of household income at the time of application.

In order to qualify for a partial fee waiver, you must meet all of the requirements below*:

1. Complete the request for fee waiver 2. Submit proof of good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA requirement) 3. Submit proof of exemplary discipline record (no more than 1 referral per year) 4. Demonstrate financial need and submit proof of income

Current Year Income Tax Return

5. List members in household

*Polk County students’ academic standing, and discipline record to be verified by the school

district (or in the case of a private school- further documentation).

Fee Waiver Request Form

Student Name: _____________________________________

Parent Name: _______________________________________

I request consideration for partial fee waiver and give permission for Polk State College TALON Robotics Program to review financial status, academic standing, and disciplinary records of the student applying for the waiver.

Good academic standing (3.0 or higher GPA requirement)* Exemplary discipline record (no more than 1 referral per year)* Financial need and proof of income

Current Year Income Tax Return

List members in household

Name Relationship Age

*Polk County students’ academic standing, and discipline record to be verified by the school

district.

Gardening & Landscaping Programs

Offered by the Polk County Master Gardeners,

Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ and Horticulture

Programs at the UF/IFAS Extension Service

Following the Principles: Right Plant, Right Place, Lunch & Learn Workshop

Friday, April 8, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. Lakeland Police Dept. Community Room, 219 N. Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Growing and Cooking with Common Herbs Workshop

Wednesday, April 13, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Circle B Bar Reserve, 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Growing and Cooking with Unusual Herbs and Spices Workshop

Wednesday, April 27, 10:00 a.m-12:00 noon Circle B Bar Reserve, 4399 Winter Lake Road, Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Native, Non-Native and Invasive Plants Workshop

Saturday, May 7, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Winter Haven Public Library, 325 Avenue A NW, Winter Haven Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Worm Farming

Wednesday, May 11, 12:00 noon-1:30 p.m. Bok Tower Gardens, 1151 Tower Blvd., Lake Wales Free program with garden admission. Bring your lunch or purchase one at the cafe. Reservations, call (863) 676-1408.

Following the Principles: Mulching, Composting and Recycling in the Landscape, Lunch & Learn Workshop

Friday, May 13, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. Lakeland Police Dept. Community Room, 219 N. Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Following the Principles: Attracting Wildlife to Your Yard, Lunch & Learn Workshop

Friday, June 10, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. Lakeland Police Dept. Community Room, 219 N. Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Propagation Made Easy Workshop Saturday, June 11, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon UF/IFAS Extension Polk County, 1702 US Hwy 17 South, Bartow Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Easy Micro-Irrigation, Lunch & Learn Workshop

Friday, July 8, 12:00 noon-1:00 p.m. Lakeland Police Dept. Community Room, 219 N. Massachusetts Ave. Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Using Natural Products for Pest Control Workshop

Saturday July 9, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Drive, Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Vegetable Gardening Workshop

Saturday August 6, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Drive, Lakeland Register here: http://polkgardening.eventbrite.com

Mackay Gardens Monthly Master Gardener Talk First Thursday of each month, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

A timely topic will be presented each month in the historic house at Mackay Gardens Located at 900 Mackay Blvd. in Lake Alfred. Upcoming talks:

March: Edible Flowers April: A Virtual Tour of Mackay May: Milkweed and Monarchs

Ask a Master Gardener at the Lake Wales Farmer’s Market

2rd and 4th Saturdays, 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Corner of Stuart Avenue and Market Street, Downtown Lake Wales Gardening and landscaping questions? Ask a Master Gardener!

Monthly Events

UF/IFAS Extension Polk County 1702 US Hwy 17 South, Bartow

http://polkextension.com

Call the Plant Clinic at (863) 519-1057

Special Events

10th Annual GardenFest Saturday, April 23, 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

UF/IFAS Extension Polk County 1702 US Hwy 17 South at the Polk County Ag. Center Horse Arena

Join the Master Gardeners in this annual event. Purchase plants, attend know-and-grow workshops, and visit educational booths.

Florida Blue is a trade name of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida Inc., an Independent Licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Association.

FLORIDA BLUE CENTER WINTER HAVEN

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Learn more at

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Tips: Plan a new experience this summer: go camping, fishing or paddle boarding and see the earth

from a new perspective. Make the most of your day and night: Watch the sunrise or the sunset, or both! Renew yourself and the planet by creating a garden. Plant flowers, herbs or vegetables and

enjoy the beauty and the benefits of your effort. Include the family: Pack a cooler and take the kids for a night swim or a “dive-in” movie at

the pool. The temperatures will be cooler and you won’t have to bring the sun block!

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M T W T F S May: Daily Exercise Challenge

Exercising, even just moving, can feel challenging when you sit at a desk all day only to go home and have just enough time to eat, take care of responsibilities and spend time with family. The good news is that there are simple things you can do to get those steps in! Take a meeting on the move, take the stairs, forget phone and email and visit the colleague you’re communicating with, use half your lunch to eat and the other half to walk and park in the back even when there are closer spots available. Keep moving!

Free Yoga Class

Every Monday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

((Except 5/30.) Free Zumba Gold

Wed. 5/4 at 4:30 p.m. Every Wednesday at

4:30 p.m. Enjoy this exciting and low

intensity class offering to increase flexibility

and cardiovascular strength. Please wear

comfortable clothes and sneakers. Free Relaxing Massages

Tuesday 5/10 at 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

Start the week off right with a free relaxing

massage! Call ahead to reserve your spot. Women’s Health Day

Tuesday 5/10 at 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Join our Winter Haven Center in getting

healthy for National Women’s Health Week!

Meet your nurse for free resources and

giveaways. Getting the Most from your benefits!

Sat. 5/14 at 3 p.m. Join our team to

understand more about your benefits,

online tools and member discounts!

Approaching Medicare Seminars

Tues. 5/17 and Sat 5/21 at 10 a.m. Have

your Medicare questions answered.

Register at 1-800-405-6121 (TTY 711) Better you Blood Pressure Program

Wed. 5/18 at 10 a.m. A healthy heart

can change your life! The Better You

Blood Pressure Program is a 5-week

program that teaches you how easy it is

to monitor your heart, eat heathy,

identify and monitor stress and manage

high blood pressure. Call to register! Memorial Day Holiday

Center open 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Skin Cancer: Are you At Risk?

Tues. 5/31 at 12 p.m.

Join your Florida Blue Registered Nurse

for a free Lunch and Learn to

understand more about skin cancer

and how to prevent it. Lunch provided,

call to RSVP!

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