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Senior wrestler Kiera Partello made school history by capturing the Florida High School Athletic Association Girls Wrestling State Championship in the 105-pound weight class.
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As students get ready to enjoy a little bit of rest and relaxation for summer, Collier County Public School also wants to make sure they have learning activities that help them get ready for the next school! Enjoy the CCPS Classics reading list below along with virtual field trips you can explore and information about the New Worlds Reading Initiative.
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Students put their skills to the test at this year’s Vex Robotics Competition: Fast & Furious! Science, technology, engineering, and math were on display as teams designed, built, and coded their own vehicle robots.
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From exploring invertebrates to diving into shark science and heading out on a boat adventure, students discovered how different species adapt to survive in the wild.
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CCPS was honored to welcome the bestselling team behind The Leader in Me! Authors David K. Hatch and Muriel Summers joined us in Collier County to share their newest book, Teacher Believed in Me.
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CCPS was honored to welcome education delegates from the island of Anguilla as they explored our systems and best practices. Together, we’re sharing ideas, strengthening global partnerships, and working toward a brighter future for children everywhere.
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One event. Hundreds of meals. Countless lives impacted. Watch how Highlands Elementary School partnered with Meals of Hope to fight hunger and give back to their community.
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Four outstanding CCPS educators received grants this month from the Jewish Community Relations Council of the Jewish Federation of Greater Naples, and their reactions were unforgettable.
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Six of our outstanding Collier County educators were surprised and honored as this year’s Golden Apple recipients, highlighting their teaching best practices and dedication to elevating the profession.
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Immokalee Technical College (iTECH) celebrated a historic milestone as its Professional Nursing (LPN to RN) students were formally pinned during a special ceremony honoring their achievement.
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This morning during its meeting, our School Board welcomed Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk and Marco Island Chief of Police Tracy Frazzano as we honored our Youth Relations deputies and the program that has been in place since 1977.
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Our high school students recently put their engineering skills to the test in an exciting Vex Robotics competition by designing, building, and driving their own robots to compete in a fast-paced challenge.
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The Collier Regional Science and Engineering Fair brings together the top young scientists from across Collier County as they compete for the opportunity to advance to the Florida State Science and Engineering Fair.
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Our CCPS STEAM Expo engages participants in interactive experiences that celebrate imagination, ingenuity, and real-world problem solving. This year, back by popular demand, Kate the Chemist!
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March 21, 2026 at Hard Rock Stadium. Check out our exclusive CCPS ticket offer!