Board Member Message

Do you want politics or professionalism? That is the question voters in Lee County will face in November when they decide whether to maintain an appointed professional as the Chief Executive Officer of the Lee County School District or take their chances with a politico if they choose to elect their children’s top schools chief.

As the 2021-2022 school year comes to an end, from our newest kindergarten students to our graduating seniors, we have so many things to be thankful for.

The school year is coming to an end, with proms, plays, concerts, award ceremonies, and state and world championships in full swing, reminding us of life before the pandemic.

This has been a school year filled with changes and challenges, discoveries and disappointments. Now that we are in the final three months, we are looking forward to finishing strong.

It’s official! On Tuesday, February 1, 2022, the School District of Lee County (SDLC) Board selected Dr. Christopher Bernier to be the District’s next Superintendent.

Attracting and retaining effective teachers requires rethinking what it means to treat them as professionals.

It is December; we normally talk about the end of the year, reminisce about accomplishments, goals met and goals not met. In my opinion we should focus on the future, 2022, only looking back at ways to improve!

The holidays are quickly approaching. And a New Year is around the corner. I want to thank all of the staff and the families of our School District.

Excitement can always be felt with the start of a new school year. New teachers, new classes, and extracurricular activities lend excellent social outlets and growth opportunities.

As we reflect on this past school year, we find ourselves in a changing environment. We have been faced with the challenge of identifying ways to continue serving students and families.