Schools named Everglades Champions

Nine Lee County public schools were recognized at the October 13, 2026, school board meeting as Everglades Champion Schools for the 2025–2026 year.

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Nine Lee County public schools were recognized at the October 13, 2026, school board meeting as Everglades Champion Schools for the 2025–2026 year.
The program, run by The Everglades Foundation, honors schools that build Everglades literacy, STEM learning, and environmental stewardship into their campuses.
Three schools — Hancock Creek Elementary, Hector A. Cafferata, Jr. K-8, and River Hall Elementary — earned the top Gold Level distinction.
Principals said the recognition reflects environmental education woven into school culture and a push to raise the next generation of environmental stewards.

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Nine Lee County Public Schools Recognized as Everglades Champion Schools