May 2026

The School District of Lee County is proud to congratulate Catherine Griffin for being named the 2026 APPLES Mentor of the Year. The School District of Lee County’s APPLES Mentor of the Year program celebrates the dedication and impact of mentors who invest their time and expertise in developing first-year educators.

Congratulations to this year's winners of the 2026 Lee County Student Film and Television Awards! The celebration of student achievement in film and video was a red-carpet event held at South Fort Myers High School on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, made possible by a grant from Suncoast Credit Union.

Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin recently surprised J. Colin English Elementary School kindergarten teacher Julia Memoli with the 2026 New Teacher of the Year Award.

Join Debbie Jordan as she recognizes the school nutrition professionals who help care for students every single day.