Back to School Supply Drive starts June 25

The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Inc. is holding its annual Back to School Supply Drive from June 25 to Aug. 5 at several participating locations across Lee County and at the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. Donations will benefit the Foundation’s Education Resource Center which provides Lee County School District educators access to new and reusable classroom supplies at no cost. During this uncertain time we want to ensure that educators and students have the necessary tools to succeed.

Suggested donations include notebook paper, pens, #2 pencils, crayons, glue sticks, rulers, notebooks, three-ring binders, scissors, and backpacks.

Donations can be made online by purchasing a backpack kit full of supplies at: order.kitsforkidz.org/category/51/foundation-for-lee-county-schools

“Our teachers do an excellent job of engaging our students in learning and preparing them for their futures as productive citizens, however, if a student does not have the tools necessary to succeed, then learning at the highest level cannot take place,” said Marshall T. Bower, President & CEO of The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools. “With 75% of our students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, the need is very high in our school district and this supply drive helps to ensure that all students come to school prepared to learn.

For additional information on how you or your business can get involved, please contact Brittany Carroll at 239-337-0433 or email Brittany@LeeSchool Foundation.org.

The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. is a private, 501(c)3 organization established in 1986. Its mission is to enhance and enrich the quality of public education in Lee County for students and educators through programs, resources, and experiences made possible through corporate, individual, and educational partnerships. The Foundation is rated Platinum organization by Guide Star.

Find the foundation online at www.leeschoolfoundation.org, on Twit-ter@FoundationLCPS, and on Facebook.

FSW waiving application fees during Make Money Moves event

COVID-19 has changed a lot about our world these last few months, but one thing has become clear: continuing your education at Florida SouthWestern State College is the safe choice.

To help make the decision even easier, FSW will waive its application fee during its Make Money Moves event, June 18-26.

New FSW applicants can enter the promo code MONEYMOVES to apply for free after completing their FSW application at www.fsw.edu/admissions. Applicants can also have their FAFSA’s evaluated and apply for scholarships that can save them thousands of dollars.

For more information, contact the FSW Admissions Office at 239-489-9054 or admissions@fsw.edu, or visit the FSW Facebook page to view the Experts LIVE: Make Money Moves video available now at www.facebook.com/FSW College/.

Annually serving nearly 22,000 students globally, FSW offers a variety of nationally-ranked, career-focused academic programs with two- and four-year degrees and professional certifications Study and travel abroad opportunities are available for students through FSW’s Center for International Education. Students are also active in clubs and programs catered to their interests.

Visit www.FSW.edu for more information.