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Student learning about brushing teeth and dental hygiene

Student having temperature taken by ear with a digital thermometer.

Table on the beach with a laptop overlooking the water

Parent sitting on the couch looking at the FOCUS Parent Portal.

Screening flowchart and protocols for going to school / work and hotline information to help answer questions pertaining to COVID-19.

Join the School District of Lee County’s School Counseling and Mental Health Services Department on March 31 for Wellness Wednesday

We continue to work to provide learning opportunities for our students for the summer weeks. We know that all of our students have the potential to regress academically during this time.

Focus Parent Portal provides parents/guardians a real-time view of your child's assignment grades, class grade, attendance, referrals, progress monitoring results, report cards, interim report cards,

General information for the 2021-2022 school year and protocols to ensure the health and safety of our students and employees.

Welcome to Early Childhood Learning Centers

Welcome to the School District's programs for families with young preschool children!

Our Vision:

To be a world-class Early Childhood Program that prepares our children and families for Kindergarten.

Our Mission:

To build a strong foundation for school readiness so each child reaches his/her highest potential.

Applications for School Year 2021-2022 will be accepted at the following locations:

Starting on Monday June 28, 2021 APPLICATIONS WILL BE TAKEN:

In person applications will be taken at the following locations:

Early Childhood Center- Walk-in

ONLY ONE ADULT AND NO CHILDREN WILL BE PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING!

3650 Michigan Avenue, Fort Myers, Florida 33916

239-332-2512

Appointment times are from 8am - 4 pm

Online pre-applications will also be accepted at: https://eclc.leeschools.net/our_school/application_information

For online applications, you will need to email your child's birth certificate and copies of your income. A family advocate will contact you with email information if you apply online.

For additional information please click on the "Our School" tab for application locations and documents needed.

PreK Academic and Instructional Continuity Plan

Thank you for taking part in your child’s learning and development. This activity packet provides a variety of activities that support learning in all areas of your child’s development. It is essential to follow the schedule as presented each day. The activities build on one another and ensure a well-rounded, positive educational experience for your child. Please click the link below for access to activities

PreK Academic and Instructional Continuity Plan.pdf

Student and Family Distance Learning Continuity Plan

https://www.leeschools.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=676305&pageId=29569611

2020-2021 Student Readiness Calendar

Help your child get classroom-ready with fun activities, lessons, book recommendations and more for every day of the year!

Student Readiness Calendar (2020-2021)

School News

Students First Day of School - Tuesday, August 10th

Open House at the Early Childhood Learning Center and James Stephens Early Childhood Learning Center - Thursday, August 5th, 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Open House on different campuses see campus dates and times

Upcoming Events

Open House

Thursday, August 5th 2021

9:00 - 11:00am

As the beginning of the school year nears, it is more important than ever that your personal contact information is up-to-date in FOCUS so you don't miss out on announcements and important information regarding your child(ren). Please take the time to sign in to your FOCUS Parent Portal Account and make sure the most current information is on file. Don't have a FOCUS account? Click HERE to register.

Are you ready for the new school year?

Here are some "Know Before You GO":

Head Start School Hours: 8:55am-3:00pm

Infant & Toddler School Hours: 7:30am-3:15pm

Breakfast & Lunch: provided at no cost

Bus Information: See link below

Preschool Week (No School for Students)

All Day