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Mirror Lakes Elementary Named a 2023 Model School

03/17/2023

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce Mirror Lakes Elementary has been named a 2023 Model School by The International Center for Leadership in Education.

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District Wins - March 17, 2023

03/17/2023

A group of students from Varsity Lakes Middle School just returned from New Jersey with the Global Cheer Team Championship. Take a look at their incredible accomplishment and other special moments that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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Thirty-five Students Honored as Carson Scholars

03/14/2023

The Carson Scholars Fund awards $1,000 college scholarships to students in grades 4-11 who excel academically and are dedicated to serving their communities.

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Memorial Brick Laying Ceremony for FWC Officer Julian Keen

03/13/2023

The Southwest Florida Public Service Academy will add a 45th memorial brick in honor of Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Officer Julian L. Keen to its Fallen Officers Memorial at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, March 27, 2023.

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District Wins - March 10, 2023

03/10/2023

The City of Cape Coral recently hosted our students from Patriot Elementary School for Public Works Education Day. Learn all about this story and other special moments we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!

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Fort Myers Beach Elementary Students Perform the National Anthem for the Florida Everblades

03/08/2023

Students from Fort Myers Beach Elementary School performed the National Anthem in front of a crowd of nearly 8,000 people at a Florida Everblades hockey game on Saturday, Feb. 25.

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School District Holding Teacher Recruitment Fair in Puerto Rico

03/08/2023

The School District of Lee County is increasing its international recruitment efforts by returning to Puerto Rico for the first time in three years to hold a job fair.

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National School Social Work Week

03/03/2023

The week of March 5th through 11th is recognized as National School Social Work week. We are celebrating the critical role school Social Workers play in helping every student reach their highest personal potential.

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Villas Elementary Book Fair 2023

02/28/2023

In preparation for National Read Across America Day, the students at Villas Elementary School were provided with free books from FOX-4 News.

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Job Fair for the New Middle School in Lehigh Acres

02/27/2023

We are opening a new middle school in Lehigh Acres in August and hiring for all available teaching and non-instructional positions on Thursday, March 16th.

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Parent Survey

02/24/2023

The School District of Lee County values your opinion. Please help us in our efforts to serve you better by taking a brief online survey.

Read More About SWFL Reading Festival

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District Wins - February 10, 2023

02/10/2023

Thanks to a generous donation from the National Center on Education and the Economy, the students at Lexington Middle School are helping to revitalize our campus after Hurricane Ian.

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Dr. Joseph Restino Appointed Middle School QQ Principal

02/09/2023

The Lee County School Board approved the appointment of Dr. Joseph Restino as principal of Middle School QQ at their February 7, 2023 meeting.

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Welcome Back Sanibel School!

02/09/2023

Students and staff at The Sanibel School celebrated the official reopening of their campus!

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Eleven Schools Earn Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™

02/07/2023

Level 1 certification means these schools have created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.

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Spring Talent Recruitment Fair Scheduled for April 29th

02/06/2023

Principals and department hiring managers will be at the Lee County Public Education Center interviewing and hiring teachers, school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, school social workers, and school counselors for the 2023-2024 school year.

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Job Fair for Amanecer Elementary School

02/02/2023

Amanecer Elementary School is opening in August and hiring for all available teaching and non-instructional positions on Saturday, March 4th.

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School Board Significantly Lowers Health Care Premiums for Employees

02/01/2023

The Lee County School Board approved paying the entire cost of an employee’s base plan and is providing an additional $4,000 for dependent care.

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Chief of Staff Michael Ramirez Chosen for Aspiring Superintendent Leadership Program

01/25/2023

Chief of Staff Michael Ramirez Chosen for Aspiring Superintendent Leadership Program

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High School Graduation Schedule 2023

01/24/2023

The Class of 2023 will graduate in ceremonies on May 19th, 20th and 21st at Alico Arena, Suncoast Arena, Hertz Arena and the Caloosa Sound Convention Center.

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Memorial Brick Laying Ceremony for Charlotte County Deputy

01/23/2023

Southwest Florida Public Service Academy will add a 44th memorial brick in honor of Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy First Class Christopher Taylor.

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Harns Marsh Middle Teacher is Lee County Teacher of the Year

01/20/2023

The School District of Lee County is excited to announce that Harns Marsh Middle School teacher Steven McGinley is the 2023 Lee County Teacher of the Year.

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District Wins - January 20, 2023

01/20/2023

It was a very heart warming moment at Cypress Lake High School as the 2023 recipient of the Thomas Jardas Scholarship was awarded. Take a look at this story and other special moments that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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Lee County Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

01/18/2023

The School District of Lee County is pleased to announce the Lee County Athletic Conference Hall of Fame inductees for 2023. Five athletes, three coaches, and one contributor are being recognized for their outstanding athletic accomplishments for their school or their students.

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Student Open Enrollment Begins January 17th for Middle and High School

01/17/2023

The District's Student Open Enrollment process moved online using the Focus Parent Portal for the 2023-2024 school year.

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District Wins - January 13, 2023

01/13/2023

The Fort Myers High School Marching Band celebrated the new year across the pond. Learn more about their incredible adventure, and other memorable moments that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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District to Host High School Student Enrollment Showcase

01/11/2023

The School District of Lee County invites all 8th grade students and their parents to the inaugural High School Student Enrollment Showcase on Saturday, January 21, 2023 at the Lee County Public Education Center.

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District Wins - January 5, 2023

01/05/2023

Fifth grade students at Franklin Park Elementary literally became a part of history. Take a look at their most unforgettable day, and other great moments that we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!

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District Wins - December 23, 2022

12/23/2022

How wonderful is it to see our students from Gulf Elementary School thinking about others during this holiday season. Learn more about their selfless act of kindness and other special moments that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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Dunbar High School Students Earn State STEM Awards

12/21/2022

Dunbar High School has its 30th Certiport® Microsoft Office Specialist Florida State Champion. Brian Velazquez received an exceptionally high score on his Microsoft PowerPoint 2019 exam and was among the top scoring candidates in Florida.

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District Wins - December 17, 2022

12/17/2022

A very talented Cypress Lake High School Center for the Arts student just made her acting debut on America's number one tv drama, Yellowstone. Meet this dynamic young lady and other special moments that we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!

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San Carlos Park Elementary Achieves Level 1 Certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™

12/16/2022

Level 1 certification means San Carlos Park Elementary School has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture.”

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Edison Park Volunteer Honored as The Florida Commissioner of Education’s Outstanding School Volunteer

12/14/2022

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that Edison Park Creative and Expressive Arts School volunteer Sherri Sammons is the Florida Education Commissioner’s 2022 Outstanding School Volunteer.

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Embarking on a Career Path

12/13/2022

Here is a look at the classes students can take at Gateway High School to help animals and take a step closer to becoming certified veterinary assistants.

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Young Five Program Enrolling New Students

12/09/2022

The Young Five Program is for students who are eligible for kindergarten and would benefit from an extra year of social and emotional development.

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Amanecer Elementary will be the District’s first Cambridge Primary Center

12/06/2022

As a Cambridge Primary Center, the school will provide Cambridge curriculum to help students develop deep subject knowledge, conceptual understanding and higher order thinking skills.

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District Honors School Related Employee of the Year

12/06/2022

Congratulations, James Busscher has been selected as the 2023 School Related Employee of the Year. Busscher is the Building Supervisor at Franklin Park Elementary School.

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Technical Colleges Rank 2nd in Florida for Post-Secondary Industry Certifications

12/05/2022

Fort Myers Technical College, Cape Coral Technical College and the Southwest Florida Public Service Academy awarded 685 Industry Certifications in the 2021-2022 school year.

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School District Selects Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year

11/29/2022

We are excited to announce that Brandy Macchia (Ray V. Pottorf Elementary) is the 2023 Principal of the Year and Dr. Joseph Restino (Harns Marsh Middle) is the 2023 Assistant Principal of the Year.

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Superintendent Thanksgiving Message

11/23/2022

Our world was turned upside down seven weeks ago when Hurricane Ian made landfall on our coast. But today we are still standing, rebuilding our lives and growing stronger as a community.

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District Wins - November 23, 2022

11/23/2022

It was a touching moment at Gateway Elementary School, as students surprised their classmate with a very special visitor. Check out this heartwarming moment and other exceptional events that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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A Special Message of Thanks

11/22/2022

Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, to the following school districts for all they did for us after Hurricane Ian.

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JROTC Veterans Recognition Ceremony

11/21/2022

JROTC cadets show their appreciation to veterans by holding a ceremony at the District's main office.

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Governor Desantis presenting checks to Fort Myers Tech and Cape Coral Tech administrators

Fort Myers and Cape Coral Technical Colleges Receive Workforce Development Grants

11/18/2022

The grant provides two years of seed funding to hire instructors for the programs as well as purchase the necessary fixtures, tools and equipment.

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District Wins - November 18, 2022

11/18/2022

The top STEM students at Dunbar High School just held their Annual Business Partner Breakfast, dazzling everyone with robotics, drones, and internships. Check out this spectacular event and other special moments that we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!

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Pine Island Elementary Staff and Students Return

11/12/2022

Pine Island Elementary principal Dr. Thomas Millins talks about his staff and students returning to their building as the community around them rebuilds after Hurricane Ian.

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District Wins - November 11, 2022

11/11/2022

Our AVID students at Oak Hammock Middle School were helping local residents still recovering from Hurricane Ian. Take a look at what these warmhearted students did, along with other exceptional moments that we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!

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Students Celebrate National Farm to School Month with a Crunch

11/09/2022

Students learned about Florida agriculture and the benefits of consuming local fruits and vegetables. Then they simultaneously taste tested Florida-grown Carambola (Starfruit).

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Podcast Ep. 58: Michael Ramirez on Hurricane Ian

11/06/2022

The Lee Schools TV Podcast sits down with the school district's Chief of Staff, Michael Ramirez, to discuss the decision-making process behind schools reopening after the hurricane.

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A Message from the Superintendent - November 4, 2022

11/05/2022

We have taken some important steps in our continued recovery from Hurricane Ian. Please watch this video message from Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier.

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District Wins - November 4, 2022

11/04/2022

Lee County School Board Members Debbie Jordan and Mary Fischer surprised the students at Tropic Isles Elementary School. Enjoy this uplifting story and other special moments that we'd like to share in the very latest edition of District Wins!

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Teachers See Damaged Classrooms for the First Time

11/02/2022

It was an emotional return to campus as teachers and staff at Hector A. Cafferata, Jr. Elementary were given the chance to see their damaged school and classrooms for the first time since Hurricane Ian devastated the building.

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District Wins - October 29, 2022

10/31/2022

The students at Edgewood Academy were recently surprised with books and basketballs upon returning to school. Learn more about this heartwarming donation, and other remarkable moments that we'd like to share in a brand new edition of District Wins!

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Cypress Lake High School Student has Guest Starring Role on “Yellowstone”

10/31/2022

Cypress Lake High School junior Orli Gottesman has a guest starring role as Halie, girlfriend to the character Carter.

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Mariner High School JROTC Cadets Respond to Hurricane Ian

10/28/2022

The day after Hurricane Ian hit, JROTC cadets at Mariner High School jumped into action.

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Hurricane Helpers

10/28/2022

High school students from across the county are teaming up to help those in need after Hurricane Ian. Video produced by student video journalist Sophia Cabrera.

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