May 2025

Ida S. Baker High's Nikolas Korf showed his power and technique at the FHSAA State Weightlifting competition, placing in the top 10 in two categories. He showed his bulldog fight battling serious injuries and looks to keep the momentum going for next year.

It was a wonderful day as Lehigh Senior High School earned the title of AVID National Demonstration School. Take a peek at this incredible accomplishment and other awesome moments that we'd like to share in the very latest edition of District Wins!

The School District of Lee County is partnering with Summer Breakspot to provide free 7 day meal kits to children under 18 and more than 100 locations for daily breakfast and lunch distribution.

Two of our teachers from San Carlos Park Elementary School and Estero High School just earned a very prestigious award. Meet these dynamic educators and other exceptional moments we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

The School District of Lee County is proud to congratulate Susan Barnes for being named the 2025 APPLES Mentor of the Year. The program celebrates the dedication and impact of mentors who invest their time and expertise in developing first-year educators.

Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin surprised Caloosa Elementary School third-grade teacher Julia Johansson with the 2025 New Teacher of the Year Award. The New Teacher of the Year award recognizes newly certified personnel for their significant contributions to their school and the School District of Lee County.

Mental health matters — for every student, every family, and every staff member. Together, we’re creating a culture of compassion and care — where everyone feels seen, supported, and safe.

A Heights Elementary third grader is running her own business not for her own profit, but to help children get the eye care they need. Camdyn Davis started Cami's Caps because she was diagnosed with an eye condition at one year old and wants to make sure kids are closer to getting access to eye care that she received.