Instructional Programs and Materials

In order to enhance the focus of researched based materials to be used with all students in Polk County and to ensure that the professional learning provided by consultants is focused on district priority professional learning needs, all external providers of professional learning must complete the PCSB Instructional Program Review Application. This process will also ensure that instructional materials and programs provided by external consultants and vendors are aligned with Florida’s Next Generations Standards and the Strategic Plan of Polk County Schools. Please review the Vendor Request Directions and complete all sections of this application. Your application will be reviewed by the PURE (Purchasing and Utilizing Resources Effectively) Committee.

  • Please provide complete, concise and relevant responses for each section as appropriate.
  • INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE APPROVED. The result will be delays in, or denial of eligibility to provide professional learning services in the district.
  • Vendors are not permitted to contact school personnel prior to PURE approval. Doing so could place the approval of the program in jeopardy.

Email the completed application to the appropriate Senior Coordinator of Curriculum. Your application will be reviewed by the PURE (Purchasing and Utilizing Resources Effectively) Committee consisting of appropriate district staff. Programs & Materials are reviewed twice a year by the PURE Curriculum Committee. Submissions are accepted by April 1st & October 1st Decisions are made by July 1st & January 1st.