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June Programs at East County Regional Library
Next month’s roster of activities at East County Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free...
School Board of Lee County Approves Teacher Incentive Pay
Student achievement in Lee County is not just a goal, it is a requirement. The School District of Lee County...
Buckingham Exceptional Student Center Update
From The School District of Lee County: The School District of Lee County is pausing the transition of Buckingham Exceptional...
33 Students Recognized as Carson Scholars
The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that 33 students have been named 2026 Carson Scholars, each...
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School District Receives $1.69 Million Workforce Development Grant
The School District of Lee County is excited to announce it has received a $1.69 million Workforce Development Capitalization Incentive Program (Workforce CAP) Grant from the state of Florida. The program is designed to expand workforce education programs with a focus on in-demand industries and aligns with the School District’s...
A New Model for Autism Education Is Blossoming in North Fort Myers
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Peter’s Academy Offers Hope, Help, And A Hands-On Future For Families In the heart of North Fort Myers, something extraordinary is taking root—a fresh, faith-based approach to autism education that’s transforming lives one student, one family, and one farm chore at a...
FSW Receives Appropriations to Expand Nursing Program on Charlotte Campus
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has received $2,860,400 in legislative funding for two projects that will remodel the health professions building and provide nursing simulation lab equipment at FSW’s Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These projects will expand FSW’s Associate in Science in Nursing degree (ASN) program on the Charlotte...
FSW Launches Two New Academic Schools to Advance Health Education
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has restructured its School of Health Professions into two new academic schools: the School of Nursing and the School of Allied Health. This strategic move strengthens FSW’s health education programs to better serve students and meet workforce needs across Southwest Florida. The School of Nursing...
More than 700 Students Earn Advanced Program Diplomas
The School District of Lee County is proud to congratulate the 711 students who earned their International Baccalaureate Diploma or their Cambridge AICE Diploma at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. The IB and Cambridge programs both offer a rigorous curriculum, provide college credit, and a 100% Bright Futures...
River Oaks Preserve – Estero’s Natural Gemstone
Charlie Vavrina and Marlene Rodak | The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society It’s Tuesday morning and Florida Gulf Coast University students are arriving at River Oaks Preserve to earn required Service-Learning hours. They are greeted by a volunteer who quickly puts them to work. Today, the ground...
School Plan Puts Politics Over Students
$400M School Bond Advances Without Oversight—Community & Students Left Behind By: Concerned Residents of East Lee County For several years, residents of East Lee County have spoken out about the lack of transparency and accountability in how the School District of Lee County sites new schools. Despite attending town halls,...
School to Start with a Certified Teacher in Every Classroom
When students return to school on Monday, August 11th, a certified teacher will be leading every classroom. The School District of Lee County has reduced teacher vacancies to 65 and developed strategies to ensure certified instructors are leading those classrooms. “I am excited for our students to have a certified...
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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
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
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
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,
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
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
