January/February 2020
Newsletter
NEWS
Farewell Jerry!
After 6 years of leading the recreation department, Jerry Stensland has accepted a position with the Isothermal Planning and Development Commission. We are sad to see him go, but hope that his new role at IPDC will lead to further development of area recreational opportunities. Thanks for everything, Jerry!
We are Seeking an Assistant Day Camp Coordinator
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Assistant Summer Day Camp Coordinator. This individual will assist in the management of the Summer Day Camp program, including supervision of staff, development and organization of the program activities, and communication with staff and parents. The Assistant Summer Day Camp Coordinator also supervises staff and campers on area field trips during the day. 
Applicants must be at least 21 years old.
Interested? Go to:
http://www.polknc.org/quick_links/job_openings/index.php
 to download the application. Please turn in completed applications to the county manager's office.
Day Camp Counselors and Lifeguards needed!
The Polk County Recreation Department is seeking seasonal help for the Summer Day Camp and Gibson Park Pool. Starting pay is $8.92/hour and the minimum age for employment is 16. For more information on being a Summer Day Camp Counselor, Click HERE
For more information on being a lifeguard, Click HERE

Go to:
http://www.polknc.org/quick_links/job_openings/index.php
 to download the application. Please turn in completed applications to the county manager's office.
Program Updates
Thanks for A Successful Science Fair!
We had 12 projects from a range of students on an array of topics: space, animal physiology, optics, engineering, and more! Thanks to the Tryon Kiwanis Club and some other generous community members for supplying prizes for everyone! Thanks also to our volunteer judges, participants and their families, and the public for making this a success! The winners are invited to move on to the regional science fair in February!

Want to participate next year but not sure where to start? Resources for teachers, parents, and students can be found  at the NC Science and Engineering Fair website.
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Sign up for art lessons!
The next session of art classes begins February 18! There are 3 different classes for children ages 3 and up! For more information or to sign up, visit:

Visit  http://www.polknc.org/art_class.php for more information. Come create with us!
Homeschool Gym Meetup
Our free Meetups for homeschooling families are in full swing!
Tuesdays 1-3 pm for ages 6 and up
Thursdays 9:30-11 am for ages 6 and under
This month, we will be learning all about basketball, omnikin ball, and volleyball!
Visit  http://www.polknc.org/Homeschool.php for more information. Thanks for playing with us!
Family Dance Party
Join us at the Columbus Library on Tuesday, January 28 and Saluda Library on Wednesday, February 12 at 10:30 am for the Family Fun Storytime and stay for a dance party!  We will have fun music, dancing, and games for kids ages 0-5 and their caregivers. See you at the library! 

Upcoming Dance Parties:
Saluda: Feb 12, March 11, April 8, May 13
Columbus: Jan 28, Feb 25, March 24, April 28, May 26
Sports Updates
Youth Basketball is in Full Swing!
This 2019-20 basketball season we had a total of 35 teams spread out between eight different leagues. Thus far there has been really great competition in each league with teams going head-to-head in the standings!!
So far the season is going is off to a really good start and we are looking forward to our upcoming league tournaments starting mid-February! 
To sign up in any of our leagues please visit our Online Registration Portal or call us at 828-894-8199.

  For the full update on youth basketball, click here!
Spring Sports Registrations are Open!
Spring Volleyball is open now until Jan. 31.

Spring baseball, softball, and weeball are open until Feb. 21

Spring soccer is open until Feb. 28
Stay Updated about Polk Trails!
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