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Nine Lee County Public Schools Recognized as Everglades Champion Schools

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:33:00 GMT

Nine Lee County Public Schools were formally celebrated during the October 13, 2026, School Board meeting for their exceptional commitment to environmental education and conservation, earning designations as Everglades Champion Schools for the 2025–2026 school year.

Largest Display of Student Artwork Open to the Public

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:19:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County is excited to once again present the largest public display of student artwork in the state of Florida.

Estero High School Band Director Wins Manilow Music Teacher Award

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:19:00 GMT

Estero High School Band Director wins Manilow Music Teacher Award.

Dr. Carl Burnside: A Legacy of Leadership

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:28:00 GMT

Dr. Carl Burnside has retired after 40 years of serving students in Lee County, more than 25 of which he served as Principal of Dunbar High School. In this video, hear from those who worked closely with him over the years.

Cape Coral High School Announces 2027 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:40:00 GMT

Cape Coral High School Athletics has officially announced the 2027 Hall of Fame Class, featuring multi-sport legend David Pasquale and basketball standout Jason Hopf.

454 Students Earn College Board National Recognition

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:24:00 GMT

A total of 454 high school juniors and seniors have earned 574 College Board National Recognition Program awards for their exceptional academic achievement.

The 6th Grade Advantage

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:01:00 GMT

There is a new program for incoming 6th graders to make their transition from elementary school to middle school is a smooth one. We look at Oak Hammock Middle and how they are implementing the same program all middle schools in the District have.

Suncoast Credit Union Invests $316,500 in Lee County Schools

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 18:43:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County is grateful to receive $316,500 in annual grant funding from Suncoast Credit Union to expand learning opportunities for students across the district.