Enrollment for the 2012-2013 school year is currently open for academies with available seats.
The following tracks have met capacity. Applicants for these tracks
will be placed on a waiting list.
GJHS: Academy of Design & Technology, Academy of Engineering, Academy of Legal Studies, Academy of Veterinary Science, GEICO Academy, Medical Academy
Learn About 2012-2013 Admission Requirements.
Melinda Lloyd
Lake Gibson Medical Academy
I chose to pursue the Academy of Health during my high school career because I knew that it would open doors for me and further my career goals as a nurse. I knew that I would learn valuable information through hands on experience and a team approach. Being a part of this academy has been a rewarding experience because I have gained knowledge and confidence in the areas I am interested in. I have also benefited from meeting people and making friends that share my dedication to health care. Since joining, mine as well as other students GPA, attendance, and career goals have improved. I believe that this is because of the guidance and knowledge provided through the Academy of Health. I have learned to think like a health care professional and am well on my way to achieving my career goal as a nurse.
Superintendent Encourages Community Members to Actively Prepare Students for the Future
Business partners, future business partners and community members gathered at George Jenkins High School Auditorium earlier this month for the Inaugural 2012 George Jenkins High School Academy Summit. The summit featured keynote speakers, academy presentations and panel discussions in hopes of encouraging community members to take an active role in preparing students for post-secondary education or employment.
New Technology Brings Journalists into Tech-Era
Journalism students on the campus of Lakeland High School, until the last few months, have been stuck in the 20th century - reporting with pen, paper and Word Processor. Journalists on the Bagpipe and Highlander staffs are seeing a monumental change in the way they are reporting news. With funding, the technology the classes needs to report news as professionally as possible is now at their fingertips.
The Ledger: Career Academy Students Honored for Volunteer Efforts
CFAA's Keammy Fernandez and GJHS Veterinary Science Academy's Katherine Spencer were among 11 Polk students honored at the 36th annual Silver Garland Awards. This year's recipients were selected from among 4,000 students. Each winner received a crystal trophy and a $1,000 check.
George Jenkins High School Career Academy Summit
Business partners, future business partners and community members will participate in the first annual 2012 George Jenkins High School Academy Summit. The summit will take place in the GJHS auditorium on April 3rd of 2012. The summit features keynote speakers, academy presentations, and panel discussions. Community members will discover the importance of taking an active role in preparing quality future employees.
The Ledger: A Fly-In First: Aerospace Academy Students to Participate in Event
Central Florida Aerospace Academy students Angel Castellanos and Phil Herrington, both 17, will be flying in formation in a fly-by to open the Sun 'n Fun International Fly-In and Expo at Lakeland Linder Regional Airport.
