Ted Polk Preparatory Academy

10/21/2026

🏆 FIRST PLACE FINISH FOR OUR LADY PANTHERS! 🏆
Our 8th Grade Lady Panthers A-Team brought home 1st PLACE at the Mid-District Tournament! 🥇
These athletes continue to show just how much they’ve grown through their hard work, teamwork, determination, and love of the game. Every serve, set, and point represents the time and effort they’ve put in this season—and it paid off in a BIG way!
👏 Congratulations to our players and coaches on an outstanding tournament performance. Way to represent Polk Prep, Lady Panthers!
🐾 Panther Pride. Teamwork. CHAMPIONS! 🏐🏆

10/20/2026

A BIG PANTHER SHOUT-OUT TO OUR NECKTIE ASSISTANTS! 👔
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing district staff members who stepped up yesterday morning to help our Panthers tie their neckties and get ready for their first official day in uniform!
From tying knots to sharing smiles and encouragement, your helping hands made the morning a little smoother and helped our students start the day looking sharp and feeling confident! 👏

Thank you for showing what Panther Pride and teamwork look like in action!

10/20/2026

🐾 PANTHER CREATORS — THERE’S STILL TIME TO SHINE! 🌟
Haven’t submitted your Texas PTA Reflections entry yet? It’s NOT too late! There’s still time to turn your creativity into something amazing!
This year’s theme, “What My Culture Means to Me,” invites you to celebrate your traditions, family, community, experiences, and everything that makes YOU unique! 💚

Choose your creative outlet:
💃 Dance Choreography • 🎥 Film Production • ✍️ Literature • 🎵 Music Composition • 📸 Photography • 🎨 Visual Arts
📅 DEADLINE REMINDER: Tuesday, October 27, 2026!

📍 Ready to submit?
Bring your entry to Mr. Lockwood in E128 before or after school. Depending on the category, digital submissions may also be emailed or shared through Google Drive at [email protected].

📝 Don't forget! Every entry must include:
Student's first and last name and student ID
A unique title
A 10–100 word artist statement connecting your work to this year's theme

🌟 ALL Polk Prep students are welcome to participate!
Whether you're putting the finishing touches on your masterpiece or just getting inspired, there's still time to make your voice heard!

📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer for official National PTA Reflections rules.

10/19/2026

10/19/2026

🌟 VIP PANTHER SPOTLIGHT! 🌟
Three amazing Panthers. Three reasons to celebrate!
Let's give a BIG Panther shout-out to our newest Very Important Panther (VIP) Award recipients!

🏆 6th Grade: Gabriella P.
🏆 7th Grade: Luna P.
🏆 8th Grade: Marck M.

These outstanding students are being recognized for demonstrating the positive attitudes, determination, character, and academic commitment that make Polk Prep shine! ✨

👏 Congratulations, Gabriella, Luna, and Marck! Keep leading by example and showing everyone what Panther Pride looks like!

10/09/2026

October 15 is just around the corner!
A friendly reminder that CFBISD's annual technology device fee is due Thursday, October 15, for students in grades 3–12 who receive a district-issued take-home device.

Annual Fee:
• $40 per student
• $25 for students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch

Why does this matter?
The fee helps maintain and replace student devices while providing coverage for one accidental damage repair or replacement per school year—helping families avoid potentially costly repairs!

Payment Options & Assistance:
✔️ Pay in full by October 15.
✔️ Set up a three-installment payment plan through RevTrack.
✔️ Apply for financial assistance if your family qualifies.

Pay your fee or apply for financial assistance here:
cfbisd.edu/technologydevicefee

10/08/2026

🎻🏆 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR POLK PREP ORCHESTRA! 🐾💚
We’re celebrating an incredible accomplishment by Kyros B., who earned 1st Chair Cello in the Region! 🥇🎶
What an outstanding achievement and a reflection of the talent, dedication, and hard work happening in our Panther Orchestra. We are so proud to see our students representing Polk Prep at such a high level!
👏 Way to go, Kyros! First Chair looks good on a Panther! 🐾🎻

10/07/2026

🍂🍁 A LITTLE FALL FUEL FOR OUR AMAZING POLK PREP STAFF! 💚🐾
Fall treats, big smiles, and a little extra appreciation!
Our Polk Prep administration team spread some autumn cheer this morning, making their way around campus to surprise our incredible staff with festive treats and a heartfelt THANK YOU! 🍫🍬
It's the little things that make a BIG difference! Thank you to our administration team for sharing the love and to our amazing staff for everything you do to make Polk Prep Nation such a special place.
🍁 Great staff. Grateful hearts. Panther pride! 🐾

10/06/2026

🐾 POLK PREP UNIFORM REMINDER 💚🖤
Uniforms are required beginning Monday, October 19!
Panther families, please make sure your student is ready to return from Fall Break in the required Polk Prep uniform and with their student ID.
👔 NEED A HUNTER GREEN TIE?
Ties will be available for purchase THIS WEEK:
📅 All week
⏰ 7:30–8:00 a.m.
📍 Main School Foyer
💵 Cash: $8.00
💳 Credit Card: $8.50
Please remember: ties must be hunter green.
⚠️ Beginning October 19, students who arrive out of uniform will not be permitted to attend class and will be counted absent.

10/01/2026

🎨🌟 CALLING ALL PANTHER CREATORS! 🌟🎨
The Texas PTA Reflections Program is here! This year’s theme is “What My Culture Means to Me.” What does culture mean to YOU? Share your story, experiences, traditions, family, community, or identity through the arts!
Choose your creative category:
💃 Dance Choreography • 🎥 Film Production • ✍️ Literature • 🎵 Music Composition • 📸 Photography • 🎨 Visual Arts
📅 Polk Prep Deadline: October 27, 2026
📍 HOW TO SUBMIT:
Bring entries to Mr. Lockwood in E128 before or after school. Depending on the category, entries may also be submitted digitally by email or shared through Google Drive with [email protected].
Each entry must include the student’s first and last name, student ID number, a unique title, and a 10–100 word artist statement explaining the inspiration, connection to this year’s theme, and creative choices.
🌟 ANY Polk Prep student can enter! Unleash your creativity. Share your story. Show us what your culture means to YOU!
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer for official National PTA Reflections rules.