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Thrive Academy in Cape Coral celebrates new expansion for students who are on the autism spectrum
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Thrive Academy, a school in Cape Coral for students who are on the autism spectrum, is celebrating the opening of its newly expanded space on Tuesday. The academy serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade, focusing on communication skills, core academics, and helping them transition to life beyond school.
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Florida SouthWestern launches agriculture courses in LaBelle
Florida SouthWestern State College launched agriculture courses this fall at its Hendry/Glades Curtis Center in LaBelle, expanding workforce training opportunities in Southwest Florida's agricultural heartland. The courses cover precision agriculture, agribusiness, soil science and emerging technologies, combining classroom instruction with hands-on field experience. Students will explore how artificial intelligence, drones, sensors, geographic information systems and data analytics are transforming farming operations. The initiative aims to prepare students for careers in modern agriculture while addressing regional workforce needs. Additional courses are planned for spring 2027 as the college expands its agricultural education offerings in Hendry and Glades counties.
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FGCU plans campus changes for large-scale Alico Arena event on day Trump is expected in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Florida Gulf Coast University will shift to modified operations on Oct. 23 due to a "large-scale, private event" at Alico Arena that is expected to significantly impact traffic and parking on campus. FGCU is not canceling classes. Instructors will communicate directly with students about how...
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Florida's new school lock rules balance student safety and first responder access
FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — Florida classrooms will have another layer of protection designed to make sure first responders can get in while keeping threats out. Temporary door locks on school doors are designed to keep intruders out. The shooter who fired at an elementary school in Oregon shot through locked doors.
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Riverdale High School student accused of escaping patrol car, triggering campus lockdown
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A student’s reported escape from a deputy’s patrol car at Riverdale High School on Monday led to a campus lockdown and an hour-long search. "I've heard, like, rumors about that, but I wasn't sure if it was true," Riverdale High student Rodrick Gaskin said. "If y'all are telling me this right now, then, you know, maybe word got around."
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Naples High School JV football team unbeaten for nearly 12 years
NAPLES, Fla. (WINK) — Naples High School's junior varsity football team hasn't lost a game in nearly 12 years. The Golden Eagles' last defeat came on Oct. 9, 2014, a one-point loss to Immokalee. Most of the current players were toddlers then, but they're the ones carrying that unbeaten tradition forward today.
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Naples senior Danny Baker returns to field after ACL tear
NAPLES, Fla. (WINK) — Naples High School senior Danny Baker tore his ACL on the final play of a spring game against Venice, but he's now back on the field as a key player on the Golden Eagles' offensive line. The offensive lineman has never been the type to...
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Writing the story of Babcock Athletics
A new season is underway at Babcock Schools, and for its student-athletes, every game, race and competition is about more than what appears on the scoreboard. They are helping write the story of a young athletic program that continues to grow alongside Babcock Ranch. This fall, Babcock Schools is fielding teams in football, volleyball, cross country, golf and cheerleading, with […] The post Writing the story of Babcock Athletics first appeared on Babcock Ranch Telegraph .
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Charter schools’ board to meet
The city of Cape Coral’s Charter School Authority Governing Board will hold its regular meeting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, in the City Council’s chambers at City Hall. The city council appoints the Cape Coral Charter School Governing Board, which oversees the operations of the city’s charter school system. The 11-member board includes seven voting members, including a council representative, and one parent representative from each school.
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Naples takes control of district race with 34-10 win over Gulf Coast
NAPLES, Fla. - The Naples Golden Eagles took a big step toward a district championship Friday night, defeating crosstown rival Gulf Coast 34-10 in a matchup between two previously undefeated district opponents. Both teams entered the game 2-0 in Class 4A-District 12 play, with Gulf Coast riding a three-game winning...
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Bishop Verot crushes Island Coast 64-0 in homecoming shutout
FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — Bishop Verot High School's football team delivered a dominant homecoming performance, scoring early and often against Island Coast. The Vikings wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. The quarterback connected with his target in the endzone on the opening drive, and the extra point made it 7-0 Verot.
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Cape High School Athletic HOF announces 2027 Class
Cape Coral High School has announced its newest inductees into the school’s athletic hall of fame. The 2027 Cape Coral High School Athletics Hall of Fame class includes Seahawks David Pasquale and Jason Hopf. Pasquale is a multi-sport legend, while Hopf was a basketball standout. Both of the inductees...