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Lee in 3: PLCs, Instruction, and Accountability

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:36:00 GMT

Misty Smyrnios, principal of J. Colin English Elementary, discusses with us about "Lee in 3" and how she implemented those plans in her school, as well as how they impacted the students.

Owen Jacoby: Captain O-Mazing

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:44:00 GMT

Fighting cancer from a hospital bed after losing his mother, Owen found hope in writing and creating his own comic books.

Dr. Denise Carlin Named Inaugural Recipient of the FLDOE’s Commissioner’s Leadership Award

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 19:41:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin has been named the inaugural recipient of the Florida Department of Education’s newly established Commissioner’s Leadership Award.

Cape Coral Technical College Opens Major Expansion

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:13:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County cut the ribbon on a major expansion at Cape Coral Technical College, launching five new workforce training programs and welcoming Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats as the college's first-ever Founding Industry Partner.

Green Meadow Elementary Construction Update

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:20:00 GMT

Green Meadow Elementary has its home away from home while its main campus is being constructed. Portable classrooms have been placed in the back behind Lehigh Senior High School and will hold over 400 students. The new campus is eagerly awaited and is expected to arrive in June of 2028.

Breakfast and Lunch Served at No Cost to Students

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 18:17:00 GMT

Every student in the district’s 83 traditional schools, 5 special centers, and 4 charter school locations will be served breakfast and lunch at no charge.

Diplomat Middle’s Aimee Bailey Set to Lead at National White House Institute

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 17:36:00 GMT

Diplomat Middle School Civics teacher Aimee Bailey is heading back to Washington, D.C. This summer, Bailey will attend the prestigious White House History Teacher Institute, not just as a participant, but as an elite Master Teacher helping to lead the national program.

Bonita Springs Elementary Renovation Update

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:01:00 GMT

The $40 million project is funded by the Half-Penny Sales Tax and is meant to replace the historical building that was deemed structurally unsafe by opening up more space for students and staff.