Safety Council

Engage Estero Safety Council is made of volunteers serving as a voice for the citizens of greater Estero on safety and transportation priorities and issues. We advocate for related solutions to Village, County, and State Government organizations.

Latest news…
Sign-Up for Property Fraud Alerts

Sign-Up for Property Fraud Alerts

Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comprtroller Kevin Karnes is now offering an alert notification system for Lee County property owners to reduce fraud. When you sign-up, if a deed, mortgage, or other non-Court official record is recorded in your name, you will be...

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Environment Council

Engage Estero Environment Council is a volunteer group focusing on improving water and air quality and mitigating and eliminating the effects of climate warming in greater Estero.

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Landmark Victory for Florida’s Future

Landmark Victory for Florida’s Future

Landmark victory for Florida’s future will impact the proposed Bellmar and Kingston Developments, as they cannot receive their permit through Florida’s flawed program. By the Conservancy of Southwest Florida with permission to Engage Estero. February 16, 2024 Federal...

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Health Council

Engage Estero Community Health Council comprises health* and safety-minded volunteers who think about community health comprehensively with a common desire to improve the overall health of the citizens of greater Estero.

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Let’s Make Estero A HeartSafe Community!

Let’s Make Estero A HeartSafe Community!

The facts Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 300,000 lives annually. Approximately 95 percent of SCA victims die before they reach a hospital or receive medical attention. How Can We Help Reduce This...

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Wellness: What is it and Why is it Important?

Wellness: What is it and Why is it Important?

(Written by Lee Health for Engage Estero’s Health Council) Much has been mentioned on news programs and other media about Wellness. However, it is seldom explained or fully understood.  During a meeting of Engage Estero’s Health Council earlier this year when this...

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Education Council

Engage Estero mobilizes volunteers in our schools, sponsors scholarships, and promotes the involvement of the community through announcements and public forums.

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Estero High Cambridge Students Recognized

Estero High Cambridge Students Recognized

By Mike Wasson, Director, Engage Estero The Village of Estero Council issued a Proclamation its Meeting on Wednesday, March 6th honoring 39 Estero High School Students who were presented the Cambridge Outstanding Learners Awards. In his remarks, Jon McLain, Village of...

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Updates on Issues of Impact

Engage Estero believes the best way to get a community involved is to make sure they are aware of the issues impacting their future, and know how to impact those decisions before they are made. We conduct and publish original research and articles aimed at getting residents Engaged.

2022 Estero Essay Contest

Three $1,000 Scholarships for Estero High School Seniors.

Congratulations to Estero Students

Estero Schools ended their year with a burst of activity and awards. Congratulations to the 305 students that graduated from Estero High this year. At the May 4th Senior Awards Night, Estero High students received their Senior Awards and were recognized for individual achievements by nearly 20 organizations. The Community Scholarships presented totaled $350,000.

In addition, with the Bright Futures Scholarships of $500,000 and the College Scholarships of $2 million, the combined total of awarded Scholarships amounted to almost $3 million.

The Senior Awards night opened with the National Anthem and Presentation of Colors by the Estero JROTC Color Guard. In the background are David Howdyshell, Assistant Principal of Curriculum, and Michael Amabile, Principal.

One scholarship example is the Florida Gulf Coast University Foundation Award presented to senior Julia Neis. She was awarded a $10,000 annual Scholarship to FGCU from the Mary T. & Richard G. Reichle, Jr. Scholarship Endowed Fund. Totaling $40,000 and focused on middle-income first-generation college students, the $10,000

award is for up to 4 years through graduation.

Community groups making awards included: APA of Southwest Florida, Bonita Springs AM Rotary Club, Bruce L. Scheiner and Associates, Collaboratory Coalition, Continental Women’s Club, Estero Encore Women’s Club, Estero Rotary Club, The Foundation for Lee County Schools, Michael Mastroianni Foundation, Pelican Sound Golf and River Club, PEO Chapter IH – Bonita Springs, United State Army, United States Marine Corps, and the United States Military Academy West Point.

The Estero Historical Society, Estero Chamber of Commerce, and the ECCL each awarded $1,000 Scholarships based on student-submitted essays. J. Oelmann received a $1,000 Scholarship for his essay on Village History and a second $1,000 Scholarship based on Estero Area Business History. The $1,000 Scholarship on Governance History went to Clayton Chauncey. Terri Hensley, Estero High School Guidance Counselor, coordinated this essay contest. Fifteen judges reviewed the ten essays submitted.

The ECCL

ECCL Award Winner Mike Wasson and Terry Flanagan, ECCL, presented the $1,000.00 Governance History Scholarship to Clayton Chauncey.

Estero Historical Society

EHS Award Winner
Gail Langner, President, Estero Historical Society, presented the $1,000.00 Village History scholarship to Jacob Oelmann.

Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Award Winner
Pam Mueller, CEO, Estero Chamber, presented the $1,000.00 Business History scholarship to Jacob Oelmann.

A separate essay contest was held for 4th-grade students at Three Oaks Elementary School, where Jessica Thompson, a reading specialist, coordinated the program. The following awards were presented on May 20th:

  • First Prize ($200) to Lucas Rosabella
  • Second Prize ($150) to Natalie Gillern
  • Third Prize ($100) to Peyton Schwalbe

Estero High School also has 115 seniors involved in the Cambridge/AICE advanced study program offered in conjunction with Cambridge University. In this program, 59 students had already earned diplomas. There were 51 students earning diplomas this year. Also presented were 70 AICE scholar awards for passing three or more exams.

The ECCL congratulates all award winners and all graduating students.

 

Scholarship Sponsors

 

The ECCL

Estero Historical Society

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Greater Estero Chamber of Commerce