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Get your questions answered about online learning in Lee County
Got questions about how online learning will work in Lee County? The School District of Lee County plans to host an online "town hall" live on Facebook to answer parents' questions. Read more
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Day cares told they can stay open, but many in SWFL are struggling
Despite the threat of the coronavirus pandemic that has left people of all ages taking up social distancing, privately operated day care programs are largely still open for business. Read more
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How virtual learning will work in Lee County
With the sudden — and now extended — closure of Lee County public schools, students are facing the challenge of learning at home with the help of technology. Read more
Amanda Inscore
6+ ways to keep learning with school closed during coronavirus outbreak
With kids home for the next few weeks — and possibly through the end of the school year — you might be wondering how to keep their heads away from social media and invested in learning. Here’s a round-up of ways to keep the education going. Read more
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How Lee's new VPK affects families
The School District of Lee County is planning a new prekindergarten program, and parents have questions. So we talked with the district and early learning experts to see how it might impact families. Read more
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Women in Power: Chris Patricca
Our sister publication, Grandeur Magazine, interviewed five local women at the top of their fields. Here, we share Lee County school board member Chris Patricca's responses. Read more
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Election 2020: Lee School Board
Three Lee County school board seats are up for election in 2020. News-Press education writer Pamela McCabe takes a look at who’s running. Read more
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School Choice: How to pick a school
What to look for and what to ask when choosing a school in Southwest Florida. Read more
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Bill would force schools to take day off after Halloween
Florida's state Sen. Annette Taddeo filed a bill that, if it becomes law as is, would require district school boards to designate the day after Halloween as a school holiday. Read more
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The Immokalee Foundation seeks mentors
January is National Mentoring Month and The Immokalee Foundation is looking for adults who would like to provide guidance and support to Immokalee students while developing mutually rewarding relationships. Read more
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Lee school district focuses on growth in 2020
The School District of Lee County says construction boom, expansion of pre-K and career education among its top priorities in 2020. Read more
'Cuba: The Natural Beauty' by Clyde Butcher
See Cuba’s natural splendor through the lens of Clyde Butcher, an award-winning photographer and conservationist. The museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Read more
Apr 8, 2020
Key Marco Cat Exhibit
The Key Marco Cat and other rare 500- to 1,500-year-old Pre-Columbian Native American artifacts discovered on Marco Island in 1896 are showcased in an exhibit from January 2019 to April 2021. Read more
Apr 8, 2020
Baby Boot Camp
NOTE: This event is canceled. All Miromar Outlets events have been canceled through April 30. Read more
Apr 8, 2020
'Ding' Darling Tram Tour
Join an experienced naturalist for a tram ride through the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge’s Wildlife Drive. Learn about the refuge’s rich mangrove estuary ecosystem while looking for wildlife. Tram tours operate every day except Friday. Read more
Apr 8, 2020
Free Kids Crafts
NOTE: This event is canceled. All Miromar Outlets events have been canceled through April 30. Read more
Apr 8, 2020
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Get your questions answered about online learning in Lee County
Got questions about how online learning will work in Lee County? The School District of Lee County plans to host an online "town hall" live on Facebook to answer parents' questions. Read more
Mar 24, 2020
4:41 PM
Ricardo Rolon/USA Today Network
Day cares told they can stay open, but many in SWFL are struggling
Despite the threat of the coronavirus pandemic that has left people of all ages taking up social distancing, privately operated day care programs are largely still open for business. Read more
Mar 19, 2020
5:02 PM
Ricardo Rolon/The News-Press
How virtual learning will work in Lee County
With the sudden — and now extended — closure of Lee County public schools, students are facing the challenge of learning at home with the help of technology. Read more
Mar 19, 2020
11:02 AM
Amanda Inscore
6+ ways to keep learning with school closed during coronavirus outbreak
With kids home for the next few weeks — and possibly through the end of the school year — you might be wondering how to keep their heads away from social media and invested in learning. Here’s a round-up of ways to keep the education going. Read more
Mar 17, 2020
10:41 AM
Ricardo Rolon/USA Today Network
How Lee's new VPK affects families
The School District of Lee County is planning a new prekindergarten program, and parents have questions. So we talked with the district and early learning experts to see how it might impact families. Read more
Feb 21, 2020
2:47 PM