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Kathleen High School is committed to cultivating a legacy of lifelong learners by providing the knowledge and skills needed to be successful, productive citizens. Our students, staff, parents, and community will work together as a family to install a sense of P.R.I.D.E. in who we are, where we are, and what we are to become.
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There’s never any shortage of bright young minds and lightbulb moments at the Elementary Science Showcase. Every year, PCPS fourth- and fifth-grade students come together at the Showcase to present their science projects and discuss their findings with peers from other schools.
Student Portal Login
This link to Student Portal will help you access your student records, grades, and other commonly used resources.
Password Reset
You must complete all of the steps within 20 minutes. If you need assistance, contact Help Desk at 519-8040.
Student Resources
Find more information about how to access classlink, our attendance policy, and more by clicking the button below!
What is Classlink?
ClassLink is the district Single Sign-On (SSO) that will be used by students and staff to access digital curriculum/resource sites that are SSO capable. This eliminates the need for a user to remember multiple usernames and passwords.
Student Access Instructions
For more information about how to access your student account, visit our district website to learn more.
Link to Parent Portal
Parent Portal is a service offered to parents and guardians for accessing certain student records. The service allows parents and guardians to access information about ALL of their students through one convenient website.
Accessing Parent Portal
If you have a registered Parent Portal account, visit https://focusk12.polk-fl.net/focus/ and enter your username and password. Your username is the personal email address that you used when you registered your account.
Other Parent Resources
Find more information about how to enroll your child, school options, bus delays, and more by clicking the button below! Our district parent web page makes finding all the information you need easier with everything in one place.
Updated SAT Test Center Covid-19 Requirements
In an update that aims to fit local guidelines and procedures, masks are not required for the SAT test that is being given on March 12th. You may continue to check our website for any possible changes on this matter.
2022 Winter ACT and SAT Bootcamp Dates Announced (Updated)
The ACT Bootcamps are FREE for students! Each afternoon session will meet from 2:30pm-3:30pm in the Media Center and Saturday Academy will meet from 8:00am-12:00pm in the Media Center. January January 29 (Saturday Academy) January 31-February 3 (Boot Camp) February…
Enrollment for 2022-2023 KHS Career Academies
Students that are interested in joining academy programs should begin enrolling for the 2022-2023 school year. If you are interested in looking at what KHS academies have to offer and would like to apply, visit: https://polkschoolsfl.com/careeracademies/
Title I overview for Kathleen Senior High
Title I-Part A, of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, provides additional funding for supplemental academic support to schools with a high percentage of poverty.
District Title I Parent & Family Engagement Plan
The school district develops a plan each year that is submitted to the Florida Department of Education to describe the resources that will be provided by Title I. If you would like to view the most updated copy of the District Parent & Family Engagement Plan provided by the school district, please click the button below:
Right to Know Letters
All Title I schools are required to only employ highly qualified teachers and instructional paraprofessionals. Federal law allows parents to obtain certain information about a child’s classroom teacher (s) and instructional assistants and paraprofessionals.
School Improvement Plan
The purpose of a School Improvement Plan (SIP) is to develop a plan with school staff and leaders to help improve the academic achievement.
Compact for Learning
A school-parent compact is a written agreement between the school and the parents of children participating in Title I, Part A programs that identifies the activities that the parents, the entire school staff, and the students will undertake to share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement.
Parents and Family Engagement Plan
All Title I schools have copies of the PFEPs in their front office, as well as translated versions. For a copy of school PFEP or district PFEP, please email or call the school.
Annual Report Card
Want to know more about the students, staff and administration that makes Kathleen Senior High great? Click on the Annual Report Card button.
What is the purpose of graduation progress night at Kathleen High School?
Kathleen High School also hosts a Graduation Progress Parent Night to educate parents on requirements, scholarships, and career opportunities. Parents and Students may also schedule a conference whenever necessary through the Main Office.
What is Polk County Public Schools?
Polk County Public Schools is committed to preparing students for success long after they graduate. Our school counseling program provides comprehensive support to meet the academic, career preparation, and personal/social needs of all students. We know life after high school comes with many choices. We’re here to help students and their families make the ones that are best for them.
When do parents have to schedule a conference with their students?
Due to teaching schedules, conferences with teachers must be scheduled Monday through Friday, after 2:00 pm.
What is the transition to high school?
Transitioning to High School. High School presents students with a variety of new opportunities and challenges. High schools are usually larger in size and students often find that the coursework is more difficult. High school students also find that they are expected to be more independent, more focused, and more responsible.
