February 2026

The School District of Lee County does not tolerate disruptions to the educational environment. We have completed our review and disciplinary process for the walkouts that occurred February 4-6, 2026.

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that three students have earned Top in USA Awards for their performance on the June 2025 Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) assessments.

Dunbar High game design students build characters and complex simulations to learn about the future of CTE programs. They're learning about 3-D elements that companies like Amazon and Lockheed Martin are already using to build simulations.

National Public Schools Week, celebrated February 23 – 27, 2026, is a time to celebrate the incredible work happening every day in classrooms across the School District of Lee County and all Florida school districts.

Fort Myers High School is one of the first schools in the U.S. to offer a new AP Computer Networking course, where students learn the foundation of the digital world and can earn industry certifications. Video produced by Lee Schools TV student intern, Riley Barson.

The first East Lee County High athlete we meet in this series is Lady Jaguar basketball player Guidney Lumene. She contributes to her team as a leader and an inspiration after major spine surgery four years ago.

In Oak Hammock Middle School's Latin Jazz Band, students explore authentic styles of Latin music using a variety of instruments, from the guitar to the congas. Video produced by Lee Schools TV student intern, Levi Townsend.

See how Moses Jackson, College & Career Specialist at East Lee County High, utilizes Xello to help students plan for their futures.

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that 47 talented student musicians have been selected to participate in the Florida Music Educators Association (FMEA) All-State performing groups, earning recognition among the finest young musicians in Florida.

After 27 years as Head Coach of the Fort Myers High Green Wave football team, Coach Sam Sirianni Jr. is retiring. This ends a 57 year run of a Sirianni running the team.

Students from Riverdale High School took a trip to Manatee Park to get an up-close look at one of Florida's most iconic wildlife creatures.

Five athletes, two coaches, and one contributor are being recognized for their outstanding athletic accomplishments for their school or their students.

The School District of Lee County is honoring Career and Technical Education in the month of February. Step inside of South Fort Myers High School, one of three high schools in the district that offer a veterinary program. It's taught by Ms. Nickles, as she instructs her students on how to handle animals with care.