Welcome Mustang Families!

James Stephens Elementary is a unique school designed to give students the powerful foundation they need for lifelong learning. With smaller class sizes and STEM lessons incorporated into their everyday schooling, these engaging programs teach collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity. These skills are necessary to prepare students for exciting future careers! View the video below to learn more!

What is STEM?

As the ONLY STEM Magnet School in Lee County, we integrate SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, and MATH concepts into all areas of study. In fact, STEM is part of our students' learning in ways you might not expect! With our pioneering approach, students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade gain valuable STEM skills as they practice Reading, Physical Education, and even in art!

Interested in a tour?

Call us at (239) 337-1333 for an individual tour to learn more!

Enrollment Now Open!

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Ready to LOVE SCHOOL?

Passionate teachers are the cornerstone of a successful learning environment, which is why we are pleased to offer a low student-to-teacher ratio at James Stephens Elementary. This means there are fewer students per teacher, so our wonderful educators can provide more individualized attention and instruction.

Mark your calendars!

Kindergarten Registration is open for the 2024-2025 school year. Why should James Stephens Elementary be your first choice? We are designed to give students a powerful foundation for lifelong learning. As a STEM Magnet School, we integrate Science, Technology, Engineering and Math concepts into all areas of study to prepare students for exciting future careers.

Interested in a Tour?

We will be offering tours in November for families. Use the Google Form below to sign up to a school tour!

School Tour Sign Up Form

Parent FOCUS Account

Parents and Guardians: Do you have a Parent Focus Account? If not, it's important that you sign up. There are many forms that are required to be signed before getting your child's schedule or in order to ensure your child can receive care at the school clinics. Plus, get access to grades, attendance, and much more. Sign up today: https://www.leeschools.net/our_schools/focus

See below for instructions on how to sign up for your Parent Focus Portal in English, Spanish, and Creole.

Click here to Create a Parent FOCUS Parent Portal

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Two High Schools Make the AP School Honor Roll

Updated on 10/04/2024

Congratulations to both Fort Myers High School and Cape Coral High School for being named to the 2024 AP School Honor Roll! The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results and broadening access for students.

Cape Coral High Announces 2025 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Updated on 10/02/2024

Cape Coral High School (CCHS) is proud to announce the new members of the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. The Class of 2025 inductees includes four student athletes and one coach.

District Wins - September 30, 2024

Updated on 09/30/2024

Our students in Ms. Cimeno's class at Cape Elementary School were enjoying some sweet treats for earning 100 Hundreds in their i-ready reading program. Check out this delightful story, along with other notable moments that we'd like to share in the newest edition of District Wins!