End of School Year Fun for Families in SWFL
Celebrate the last day of school and the start of summer with these fun activities
Read ArticleWhat Southwest Florida Families Should Know About College Safety and Student Support Services
The journey to college is an exciting and transformative time in a student’s life. While much attention is often given to academic programs, campus aesthetics,...
Read ArticleLely High School Senior Juliana Noreus Wins Prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
As high school graduation approaches, it’s a perfect time to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our seniors. One exceptional student at Lely High School truly...
Read Article40 Years of Project Graduation in Collier County: Safe, Fun, and Unforgettable Senior Night Celebration
What Is Project Graduation Collier County? Project Graduation Collier County has just about everything graduating high school seniors want in a gigantic party: laser tag,...
Read ArticleWhy the Collier County School Board Wants Flexibility in Start Times
The 2025 Florida Legislative Session kicks off March 4, and Collier County School Board members have been actively advocating for key issues outlined in our...
Read ArticleOur Favorite Books Honoring Black History Month
This list contains a book for every kind of reader.
Read ArticleEmbracing Black Excellence: How Attending an HBCU Transformed My Future
At the age of 12, I stumbled upon Howard University. Little did I know that discovery would completely alter the trajectory of my academic and...
Read ArticleNew, Innovative Educational Microschool Model in Naples
Students sit on comfortable couches learning about electricity. Later they might go out and gather eggs or plant some vegetables while integrating math or reading...
Read ArticleA Tradition Connecting Seniors and Kindergartners in Collier County Public Schools
In a heartwarming new annual tradition, seniors from Aubrey Rogers High School and kindergarten students from Veterans Memorial Elementary School gather each year on the...
Read ArticleA First-of-Its-Kind Collier County School Designed to Help Students with Autism
Autism Collier Charter School opens August 2025 with a 3:1 student-to-teacher ratio, after-school care, clubs, and programs designed for children with autism. Tuition free and life-changing for families in Collier County.
Read ArticleVeterans Day in Collier County Public Schools
Veterans Day at Collier County Public Schools is seen as a teaching moment to help students understand the sacrifices made to protect our freedoms and to reflect on the values of courage and service.
Read ArticleThe Benefits of Tutoring: It’s Not Just for Students Who Are Falling Behind
Parents often wait until their child falls so far behind that they risk failing state standardized tests or high school classes. Find out how a tutor can help.
Read ArticleCreate Quality School Day Meals with Simple Shortcuts
The seemingly constant rush of hectic school days and nights often leaves busy families feeling like there’s no time for a homemade meal around the...
Read ArticleSchool-Night Meals that Deliver Taste at a Low Cost
Regardless of what back to school looks like this year, preparing family meals throughout the week does not have to be a challenge. Shopping at...
Read ArticleA Behind-the-Scenes Look at School Bus Safety in Southwest Florida
Collier and Lee County school buses ensure the safety of thousands of students daily with rigorous inspections, advanced safety features, and well-trained drivers, making them one of the safest transportation options for children.
Read ArticleHow ROCK is Changing Collier County Public School Communities
Collier County Public Schools partnered with Florida Gulf Coast University to promote kindness and compassion through the ROCK program (Roots of Compassion and Kindness).
Read ArticleHow Collier County Public Schools Prevent Gun Violence in Naples
What is being done to protect your children from gun violence at school?
Read ArticleHigh School Marching Bands in Collier County Public Schools Prepare for Fall Season
Despite the Florida heat, dedicated high school marching bands in Collier County are putting in countless hours to perfect their performances for the upcoming fall season.
Read ArticleCollier County Public Schools Transition to Digital Ticketing for High School Sports
Collier County Public Schools now use digital ticketing for all high school sports events via GoFan. Purchase tickets online or through the GoFan app for a faster, cashless gate experience. Middle school sports remain free.
Read ArticleThe Role of Youth Relations Deputies in Collier County Public Schools
Youth Relations Deputies in Collier County Public Schools build trust and provide mentorship while ensuring safety.
Read ArticleThere’s More To Learning Than IQ
In today’s highly competitive academic environment, it is easy for both children and parents to feel the pressure to perform at the highest levels possible....
Read ArticlePrepare Your Kids for College and Beyond: 10 Things to Do Now So They Are Ready
As kids approach adulthood, there are things you can do to help them feel prepared and confident.
Read ArticleImmokalee High School’s All-Girls VEX Robotics Team Heads to Dallas for World Championship
Immokalee High School’s all-girls VEX Robotics team – Team 10101P is goind to Dallas, Texas, to compete in the VEX Robotics World Championship.
Read ArticleInside Everglades City Schools Unique Graduation Experience
At Everglades City School just eight students will be walking across the stage to get their diplomas this year.
Read ArticleBeach Volleyball is a Girls Varsity Sport in Collier County Public Schools
For the first time, beach volleyball is a girls varsity sport in Collier County Public Schools.
Read ArticleCollier County seventh graders get college, career and life-ready experiences
Collier County Public Schools introduce its seventh grade students to college, career, and life-ready experiences. This includes visits to Florida Gulf Coast University o see what life is like on a college campus.
Read ArticlePreparing Collier County Children for success in kindergarten
Prekindergarten enrollment is open for Collier County Public Schools. The goal of the early childhood education program is to prepare children for success in kindergarten and beyond.
Read ArticleA guide to the new digital SAT for SWFL students
The new Digital SAT testing starts in March. We break down the difference between the old and new SAT testing processes.
Read ArticleThe Revival of Naples Christian Academy
Just a few years ago, Naples Christian Academy was struggling. Today, the school has a new partnership, expansion plans, and new students.
Read ArticleHomeschooling Redefined at the Freedom Institute in Naples
This new, unique high school brings together homeschooled students with teachers, advisors, and classmates.
Read ArticleAccountability Accelerates Student Achievement at Collier County Public Schools
Focusing on individual student needs and monitoring progress throughout the year is a practice used by CCPS teachers and administrators for over a decade.
Read ArticleScholarship Alert: Applications Are Open for Suncoast Credit Union Scholars
The Suncoast Credit Union Foundation is partnering with The Education Foundation of Collier County – Champions For Learning to offer five of $2,000 scholarship awards to Collier County high school graduates in the Class of 2024.
Read Article$20,000 Scholarship Applications Now Open for Collier County Seniors
The Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation is once again awarding up to 15 new $20,000 college scholarships ($5,000 per year) to deserving 12th grade students from eligible high schools in Collier County.
Read ArticleThe Benefits of School Partnerships
When Collier County schools partner together, good things happen.
Read ArticleLocal Author Susan Levine Educational Picture Books for All Ages
Discover Susan Levine’s captivating educational picture books that engage children and adults alike with nature and wildlife, including her latest book, “Gilbert’s Migration Vacation.”
Read ArticleCheers to 50 Years of Schoolhouse Rock
Schoolhouse Rock’s timeless songs aid learning and memory. Celebrate their 50th anniversary with catchy tunes and educational fun!
Read ArticlePositive Impacts of Athletics and Intramural Sports For Kids
Elevate student success through the positive impacts of athletics an intramural sports – promoting achievement, teamwork, and ethics
Read ArticleSummer Slide Offset by Books for Collier Kids
Without access to a steady stream of books throughout the summer, low-income children return to fall classes with reading scores 30% lower than those with steady access to books.
Read ArticleFlorida VPK: The importance of voluntary prekindergarten for your child.
Enrollment is open for Florida VPK.
Read ArticleNEW SCHOLARSHIP TRUST TO BENEFIT COLLIER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOLS’ GRADUATING SENIORS
Seniors in Collier County only have a few more days to take advantage of more than a million dollars in scholarship money from a new endowment.
Read ArticleSummer VPK Registration Underway in Lee, Collier, Hendry and Glades Counties
Registration for Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is now open for summer VPK programs in Lee, Collier, Hendry, and Glades Counties.
Read ArticleSchool Shootings: How to Talk to Your Children About Their Safety at School
Knowing how to talk with your child about school safety issues could be critical in recognizing and preventing acts of violence, and will play an important role in easing fear and anxieties about their personal safety.
Read ArticleDual Enrollment: Teens Talk About Getting a Head Start on College
High school students in Collier and Lee counties are getting a jump on their college careers through the Accelerated Collegiate Experience program at Florida Gulf Coast University in Estero.
Read ArticlePutting Holocaust Education to the Test in Florida
How antisemitic acts against children and adults in our community are on the rise, despite state-mandated Holocaust history curriculum in our schools.
Read ArticleFree Homework Centers Open at Collier County Libraries
Free homework assistance is available at Golden Gate and Immokalee Public libraries.
Read ArticleWhat Does the CCPS School Board Do?
An election in a non-presidential election year doesn’t spark a lot of interest. In Collier County only 21%-32% of registered voters head to the polls....
Read ArticleNeapolitan Family’s Tutoring Guide
Have the recent hurricane and school closings impacted your child’s learning? It’s never too late to get help. Here’s how.
Read ArticleDiscovering Libraries Beyond the Books
Public libraries are just about the best deal on the planet. Yes, our taxes pay for libraries, but that happens whether we use their vast resources or not. Keep reading to learn about all of the library systems.
Read ArticleMeet our May Teacher of the Month: Michelle Smith
Meet Michelle Smith, an ESE teacher at Lehigh Senior High School.
Read ArticleIdeas for Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to show your kids’ teachers your gratitude for the blood, sweat, and tears they put into their work.
Read ArticleTeacher of the Month Winners!
Read about what makes our Teacher of the Month winners special.
Read ArticleFind the Right Tutor for Your Child
With so many families choosing virtual learning options for their students returning to school this fall, selecting a tutor to provide additional individual instruction takes on even more importance.
Read ArticleYour Top ACT/SAT Questions Answered by an Expert
Amanda Sterk, Ed.D answers your questions on how to prepare for College Board tests.
Read ArticleUsing the School Parent Portal: Are You Logging in Too Often?
Many schools now have parent portals. Parents can track their child’s grades and assignments online. The schools use it to boost student performance by increasing parental awareness. But are you logging in too often?
Read ArticleA Bridge Between Villages
Follow the journey of Collier County Principal Beverly Budzynski from an A-rated elementary school in Naples to a D-rated school in Immokalee with Neapolitan Family in this award winning special series.
Read ArticleHybrid Education: Combining Homeschool and the Classroom
For families interested in homeschool education but intimidated by all that is involved in the process, hybrid education may be the answer.
Read ArticleThe Ultimate Packing List for your College Dorm
With these items by your side, and a few left at the store, you can be confident that you are ready to tackle the year ahead.
Read ArticleCollege Tours Done Right
Here are five tips for getting the most out of your campus visits.
Read ArticleLocal Families Talk About Why Boarding School is Best for Their Kids
Naples families talk about their decision to send their children to boarding school.
Read ArticleThe Spring College Scholarship Search
Now that college applications are complete, it is a perfect time for HS seniors to use some of your free time for searching and applying for scholarships.
Read ArticleYear-by-Year Timeline for College-Bound High School Students
Most 15 and 16 year olds are thinking about their next game, their latest high school crush, or getting their driver’s license, not about their college plans for 2 -3 years down the road.
Read ArticleAdding Life Skills to Your Homeschool Routine
When my husband and I originally discussed homeschooling, one of the big deciding factors was that we would have more opportuni-ties to teach real life skills...
Read ArticleHomework Help: Tips to Ease Frustration and Boost Focus
Tips to ease frustration and boost focus!
Read ArticleA First-Hand Look at Study Abroad
Neapolitan Family intern Ginny Lundstrom is a 2015 Barron Collier High School graduate. She is a senior at Florida State University majoring in Editing, Writing, and Media.
Read ArticleVacation Bible School Directory
Our annual roundup of free and low-cost religious education programs for summer.
Read ArticleHow to Recognize and Resolve Your Child’s Reading Difficulties
How to help your struggling reader. Diana Myers-Finch, president of Reading Rescue Naples, helps you learn the signs that may indicate dyslexia in your child, as well as offering some tips to help your child.
Read ArticleMy Dual Enrollment Experience
Rebecca Barton shares her experience with full-time dual enrollment in Southwest Florida, where she participated in the Accelerated Collegiate Experience at FGCU as an alternate high school experience. A similar program exists at FSW, also featured.
Read ArticleHigh School’s Final Year: Supporting Your College-Bound Child
Diane Maller helps parents support their child as they make the transition from senior year to college.
Read ArticleBack to School Traditions
Anna Snyder helps parents brainstorm back to school traditions that will be meaningful to all!
Read ArticleSomething’s Cooking at Pine Ridge Middle School
Family and Consumer Science teacher Sandy Brock tasks her students with creating a unique sandwich that students vote on to be served in the cafeteria.
Read ArticleIs the Cambridge Secondary Program Right for Your Middle School Student?
Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) introduced the Cambridge Secondary Program – An advanced studies program for middle school students – this school year. Should your child apply for the program?
Read Article25 Books for Kids That Celebrate Diversity and Black History Month
A list of age appropriate books to help young children learn about diversity and Black History Month
Read ArticleTwenty Reasons to Love Collier County Libraries
With 10 locations, the Collier County Public Library – with free, unlimited Wi-Fi – has something for everyone and because February is Library Lovers’ Month, here are 20 reasons to love your library.
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