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We invite you to Hector Cafferata's OPEN HOUSE

August 5th, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

214 NW 20th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL 33993

Welcome Eagle Families!

Hector A. Cafferata is Lee County's first L.E.E.D. Magnet School, which is dedicated to Leadership, Environmental Education, and Design!

Time to Celebrate!

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Hector A. Cafferata, Jr. Elementary has been recognized by the FLPBIS Project as a 2023-2024 PBIS Model School-SILVER Level! We've been recognized for our work implementing a school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. PBIS is an evidence-based three-tiered prevention framework designed to improve and integrate all data, systems, and practices impacting student outcomes. National research shows that full implementation of PBIS leads to reduced exclusionary discipline and improved student and teacher outcomes.

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Students at Work: The Summit of Fort Myers

Updated on 07/10/2026

For our next Students at Work feature, we meet Cypress Lake High senior Cheyeanna Warren. She works as a server at The Summit of Fort Myers senior living community.

Class of 2026 Earns Nearly $80 Million in Scholarships

Updated on 07/09/2026

The School District of Lee County is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the Class of 2026, whose graduates secured a collective $79.9 million in scholarships to fund their higher education and career goals.

Teacher Aimee Bailey at White House History Teacher Institute

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

Updated on 07/07/2026

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.