McKnew promoted at Hodges University

Hodges University has announced that Casey McKnew has been promoted to director of IT.

In his new role, he leads the support and administration of all facets of the information technology infrastructure for the university. This includes the servers, workstations, networks, classroom technologies, data centers and telecommunications systems.

McKnew brings over 22 years of professional experience in IT. He joined Hodges University in 2013 as the lead network engineer and assistant director of IT. He earned his AS degree in computer information systems from Hodges University, and holds professional certifications in CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, and CompTIA A+.

He is a member of the Association of Information Technology Professionals and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Hodges University is a regionally accredited, private nonprofit institution founded in 1990. With campuses in Naples and Fort Myers, Florida, Hodges provides flexible day, evening and online classes taught for undergraduate and graduate degrees. More information about Hodges University is available at Hodges.edu.

Lee County School Board recognized by Florida School Board Association as a Master Board

The Lee County School Board is being recognized as a Master Board by the Florida School Board Association. To earn this distinction, a majority of the district’s board members and the superintendent must be present for 20 training hours including a Master Board Forum. The leadership curriculum is designed to offer meaningful learning sessions concentrating on student achievement through the four pillars of the FSBA Governance Model: vision, structure, accountability, and advocacy.

“The work you did together as a leadership team is a testament to your dedication to the communities you represent,” said FSBA Director of Leadership Services Tina Pinkoson. “It is obvious that your priority is being the most effective team possible so that you can positively impact the students in your district.”

The Master Board distinction will remain in effect for the period of time in which school board members with their names on the Master Board Plaque continue to serve as school board members. The Lee County School Board also earned this distinction in 2015 and 2017.

More information about all FSBA leadership development offerings and recipients can be found on their website, www.fsba.org.

A plaque is being sent the School Board to recognize their achievement and it will be displayed outside the Board Room.