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The School District of Lee County to host Teach in Lee: Virtual Interview Day on July 15
The School District of Lee County is hosting Teach in Lee: Virtual Interview Day on Tuesday, July 15, from 10:30...
Florida Department of Education Releases School Grades
The School District of Lee County is proud to report that the just-released 2024-2025 School Grades report shows significant improvement...
FSW named first Purple Heart College in Southwest Florida
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has been designated a Purple Heart State College, becoming the first college in Southwest Florida...
Class of 2025 Earns $70 Million in Scholarships
The School District of Lee County is excited to announce that the graduating class of 2025 earned over $70 million...
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New Health Degree Programs at FSW to Help Meet Demand for Professionals
Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Health Professions will soon launch three new programs at the FSW Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These programs are tailored to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare industry and underscore FSW’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education to students...
Coach Flaherty Retires: It’s The End Of An Era At The Alva School
By: James Kennedy When the Alva School let out for summer on the last day of May, Coach Michael Flaherty, a long-time Physical Education teacher, hung up his whistle for the final time. He and five of his six siblings were called to teach, following in their father’s footsteps. His...
Florida SouthWestern State College Buccaneer Bound Summer Bridge Program
Florida SouthWestern State College is excited to announce the launch of Buccaneer Bound, a six-week summer bridge program designed specifically for incoming first-year students. This program sets the stage for academic success and a seamless transition to college life, empowering students to start their collegiate journey on solid ground. “FSW’s...
A Neighborhood School
By: Denise Eberle When I went to school, children went to the schools closest to their homes. They also were designed to complement their communities. Smaller schools in the suburbs and more prominent schools in the urban communities. Lee County School District has plans to build a high school for...
Lehigh Acres Deserves A Local School
By: Denise Eberle Lee County School District is doing a disservice to the children and families of Lehigh Acres. Unfortunately, the school district has not communicated with the families of Lehigh Acres about the proposed new high school which they are proposing to build in Alva on Joel Blvd and...
High Reliability Schools Certification: News Release from the School District of Lee County
By: Rob Spicker, Assistant Director, Media Relations & Public Information Four teachers earn High-Reliability Level 1 Certification The School District of Lee County is proud to announce 21 schools have achieved Level 1 Certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means these schools have created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative...
District Receives $1.2 Million Workforce Development Grant
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is excited to announce it has received a $1.2 million Workforce Development Grant from the state of Florida. The grant will allow the District to add or expand career programs that provide students the essential skills required for success in...
School District Scores Improvement in 2022-2023 School Grades Report
By: Lee County School District In a school year when students and staff were disproportionately impacted by the devastation of Hurricane Ian, the School District of Lee County is proud to announce that we have made excellent progress related to student outcomes. The results are reflected in the Florida Department...
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On the Ground at Sebring: Racing, Innovation, and Human Spirit
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News On May 16, 2025, I visited Sebring International Raceway on the first day of an exciting weekend-long
June 25, 2025
Frustrated and 50: The Dating Dilemma in Southwest Florida
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News If you’re over 50 (even over 40), single, and living in Southwest Florida, you’re not alone—but you
June 25, 2025
Hung Up on Snags
Submitted by The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society When The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society began managing River Oaks
June 25, 2025
Readying Your Pets For Hurricane Season In Florida
By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM | Owner of Just 4 Pets Veterinary Wellness Center Hurricane season in Florida runs from June 1 to November 30,
June 25, 2025
Preserving What’s Left: Real Options for Landowners
By: James Kennedy | East Lee County News In the May 2025 edition, I wrote about the importance of growing what matters here in East
June 25, 2025
COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES 2026 SEASON; TICKETS NOW ON SALE FOR FIVE CLASSICAL PERFORMANCES
Internationally-acclaimed performers from around the world will headline the five concerts planned for 2026 by the Fort Myers Community Concert Association. Tickets are now on
June 4, 2025
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