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Arts are thriving in Lee County Schools

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:03:00 GMT

Before I stepped into my current role as assistant director of arts, athletics and activities with The School District of Lee County, I spent 10 years as a music teacher.

School Board of Lee County Approves Budget for FY27

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:09:00 GMT

The School Board of Lee County has officially approved its operating and capital budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27), adopting a total spending plan of $3,055,366,436.

Rising Star: Aimee Doan

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:20:00 GMT

Three Oaks Middle 8th Grader Aimee Doan has an artistic touch to everything she does. She's already won multiple art contests across the state and is an honor roll student with straight A's looking to achieve higher feats in the future.

525 Students Earn Cambridge/AICE Diplomas

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:01:00 GMT

Demonstrating exceptional academic dedication, 525 local high school students have officially earned the internationally recognized Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Diploma following their 2026 examinations.

The District Lifts Pause on Consolidation of Two Special Centers

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:01:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County informed parents today at Buckingham Exceptional Student Center and Royal Palm Exceptional Center that it is lifting the temporary pause on the consolidation of the two campuses.

Dual Enrollment with the University of Florida

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:01:00 GMT

The University of Florida partnered with our school district to bring an amazing opportunity to Lee County! Qualifying high school juniors and seniors can take free online undergraduate courses taught directly by University of Florida faculty.

Community Partner Spotlight: FGCU

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

We are grateful for our partnership with Florida Gulf Coast University and for the talented teachers who graduate from the FGCU College of Education!

Teachers in Place, Buses on Track: A Strong Start for the School District of Lee County

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:00 GMT

The School District of Lee County opened the 2026-2027 school year with the fewest instructional vacancies in years and buses getting more students to school on time than a year ago.