Jennifer Ortega Named 2021 New Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Ortega was surprised by Superintendent Dr. Greg Adkins this week with the 2021 New Teacher of the Year Award. Ortega teaches 7th grade reading at Lehigh
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Proximity And What It Means For Your Child’s Education
By: Butch Swank Last summer, Lee County School Board member Gwyn Gittens and I were talking. It seemed to me that we shared similar thoughts
Half Cent Sales Tax Revenue Benefits Schools And Students
It has been two years since the School District of Lee County received its first disbursement from the half cent sales tax voters approved in
Blessings In A Backpack Raises $20,000 At Inaugural ‘Brews For Blessings’ Event
Katie Bohannon, Cecilia St. Arnold and Connie Ramos-Williams In addition to offering food and fun, ‘Brews for Blessings’ helped educate families in our community about
Conservancy Of Southwest Florida’s Guided Nature Walks Resume At Clam Pass
NAPLES, Fla. (Mar. 17, 2021) – Now, more than ever, residents and visitors of Southwest Florida are enjoying Southwest Florida’s ever-enchanting natural environment. As of
29 Students Honored As Carson Scholars
The School District of Lee County is excited to announce 29 students have been honored as 2021 Carson Scholars. The Carson Scholars Fund will provide each student
School Board Chair Debbie Jordan Earns Certified Board Member Distinction From FSBA
The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that Lee County School Board Chair Debbie Jordan has earned the distinction of Certified Board
US Navy Donates Two Helicopter Engines To Fort Myers Technical College
Students in Fort Myers Technical College Turbine Generator Maintenance, Inspection and Repair program are getting hands on experience thanks to the US Navy. The Navy
Students Earn Scholarships To Become Teachers
Four high school seniors were awarded scholarships today to continue their education and become teachers for the School District of Lee County. Congratulations to Michel’le
FSW Tackles Textbook Affordability With Open Educational Resources
MARCH 9, 2021 – FORT MYERS, FLA – As the cost of earning a college degree continues to increase, many colleges, including Florida SouthWestern State College
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