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A huge thank you to the Rotary Club of Ave Maria, our Superintendent Dr. Riccardelli, and everyone who attended our informational meeting about Ave Maria Elementary!

Ave Maria Elementary School is excited to welcome Matthew Sibert as its inaugural Assistant Principal as the school prepares to open in August 2026.

CCPS is excited to announce that Bev Budzynski has been chosen as the inaugural principal of Ave Maria Elementary, set to open August 2026!

CCPS proudly announces that Lavern Gaynor, Palmetto, and Manatee elementary schools have been recognized as 2026 Exceeding Expectations Award Schools by the East Coast Technical Assistance Center (ECTAC).

Career training, confidence, and community connection come together through Project Explore, a program offered at Lorenzo Walker Technical College for students with unique abilities.

The Harold P. Bovenkerk Scholarship for Engineering and Natural Sciences is an exclusive scholarship program only available to students enrolled in CCPS, with annual awards funded through the endowment's investment earnings.

We love celebrating the success of our students! Check out this video compilation which features our Grad Walks and Commencement Ceremonies and highlights our Class of 2026. We wish you all the best and can't wait to see what you do next!

Our Pre-K students are taking their first big step toward kindergarten, and the cuteness is unmatched! As we celebrate these future leaders, we're also welcoming the next class of little learners.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.