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How Enrollment Trends Are Impacting Public Education in Collier County

As Florida's educational landscape evolves, CCPS has implemented proactive financial and operational adjustments to match changing student populations while maintaining its top-tier "A" rating. Here is how our district is aligning enrollment and fiscal realities with long-term academic excellence.

First Week Message from the Superintendent

As we enter our first week of school, we ask parents to please take a moment to review this important message from Superintendent Dr. Leslie Ricciardelli. Have a wonderful start to the school year!

Together, We Earned It

Collier County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce the District has earned an “A” rating for the 2025-2026 school year from the Florida Department of Education.

A Clear Path to Enrollment in Collier County Public Schools

CCPS is the proven choice for education in Collier County. To ensure new students are ready to start on day one, we encourage families to complete the online enrollment process by July 15.

Message from the Principal

Dr. Jennifer Scrant

Welcome to Golden Gate Elementary School, where students step up and lead! With an emphasis on leadership, students are provided opportunities to showcase their talents and leadership skills both inside and outside the classroom. As a Leader in Me Lighthouse school, students continue to set academic and personal wildly important goals. Our committed staff works with the students to achieve their goals and we celebrate student achievements daily. GGE provides a safe and comfortable learning environment where children can become risk takers and work through productive struggles confidently. Productive struggle will help our students develop strong habits of the mind including perseverance, flexible thinking, and active learning. Go Seagulls!

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Lace Up in Red, White & Blue for the 2026 CCPS 5K Walk-Run! (opens in new window/tab)

Oct 6 2026

Join us on Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 8:00am as we hit the pavement to support our schools and celebrate America's 250th Anniversary! Whether you walk or run, every step directly benefits our district's schools. Register early to lock in the best entry fees.

Golden Gate Elementary is celebrating its recent success, earning an "A" rating from the Florida Department of Education

A Big Celebration for an A-Rated School!

Aug 26 2026

Golden Gate Elementary School is celebrating its achievement of earning an A rating from the Florida Department of Education for only the third time since 1999. Golden Gate High School's drumline and cheerleaders helped make the celebration one to remember!

Golden Gate Elementary Meet the Teacher Event

Jul 2 2026

Get ready to Level Up! Join us on Monday, August 10, 2026, from 1-3pm for our Meet the Teacher event. Families will get to visit their classrooms, meet their teachers, and drop off any school supplies.

We look forward to seeing our Seagulls!

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CCPS Students Take Center Stage During FC Naples Takeover Night

Oct 5 2026

More than 3,000 fans filled Paradise Coast Sports Complex on Saturday night, but the spotlight extended far beyond the soccer pitch.

Six CCPS students named 2027 National Merit Semifinalists: Aarohee Dabas, Aaron Bozman, Bennett Bozman, Katelyn McDaniel, Sarah Dabees, Timothy Mahoney

Six CCPS Students Named Semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program

Sep 18 2026

Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC®) announced the names of more than 16,000 Semifinalists in the 72nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

How Enrollment Trends Are Impacting Public Education in Collier County

Sep 16 2026

As Florida's educational landscape evolves, CCPS has implemented proactive financial and operational adjustments to match changing student populations while maintaining its top-tier "A" rating. Here is how our district is aligning enrollment and fiscal realities with long-term academic excellence.

NHS alumna Jean Bonnici Allender to be inducted into the FHSAA Hall of Fame September 20, 2026

Naples High Alumna Jean Bonnici Allender to Be Inducted into FHSAA Hall of Fame

Sep 11 2026

Collier County Public Schools is proud to congratulate Naples High School alumna Jean Bonnici Allender on her selection to the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

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Start With CCPS: Weather-Related School Updates

Aug 24 2026

As we enter what has traditionally been the most active time of hurricane season, we want to share how CCPS prepares for severe weather and communicates important decisions that may impact our schools.

School leaders and educators from Manatee Elementary School celebrate being named a 2026 Exceeding Expectations Award School

Three Collier County Public Schools Recognized as 2026 Exceeding Expectations Award Schools

Jul 13 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).