
Out of an abundance of caution due to Hurricane Eta, all Lee County public schools will dismiss three hours early. Students who normally travel by bus will be provided with transportation.
Students will be dropped off three hours earlier than regular dismissal.
If you want to pick up your child early, the district asks that you call your child’s school to make arrangements.
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