Welcome to Cape Elementary

A tradition of excellence since 1964!

Cape Elementary School, located in the heart of Cape Coral, was the first school built on the Cape and continues to lead in a tradition of excellence.  The school’s theme, Caring About People Everywhere, pervades all its activities.  The essence of Cape can be captured in phrases like, “small community atmosphere,” “caring people,” and “warm, friendly environment.”  All programs are aimed at educating and nurturing the whole child, while continuing to focus on high achievement and rigorous academic standards.

Our Mission:  To provide a safe and supportive learning community where every student experiences success.

 


School Grade 

____________________________________________________________________

 

PBIS

Cape Elementary has been recognized by the FLPBIS Project as a PBIS Model School for over a decade! We’ve been recognized for our work implementing a school-wide Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework. PBIS is an evidence-based three-tiered prevention framework designed to improve and integrate all data, systems, and practices impacting student outcomes. National research shows that full implementation of PBIS leads to reduced exclusionary discipline and improved student and teacher outcomes.

By establishing the PBIS framework, we are developing skills of the students and adults, making system changes to our school environment to enhance school climate, acknowledging appropriate behavior, and using data to identify needed supports for our students and teachers.

As a result of this work, we are being recognized by the FLPBIS Project for achieving Silver PBIS Model School status. This award demonstrates our commitment to positive outcomes for all students and helps us celebrate our efforts of full implementation of PBIS. 

____________________________________________________________________

 

Click the link below for more information about Cape’s Young Five Program or call Cape Elementary and ask to speak to our Young Five teacher.

Young Five

____________________________________________________________________

PTO and SAC Meeting____________________________________________________________________

KG Tours

____________________________________________________________________

Young 5

    

Please Scan The QR Code Below to View Your Students Artwork through Artsonia.com 

artsonia

____________________________________________________________________

   Yearbook

____________________________________________________________________



     

   CLICK BELOW FOR SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS

Supply Lists

 

 Important information and updates will be on our school website, @CapeElem on Facebook and Twitter, and sent out through School Messenger.

Email Ms. Osterholm if you have any questions: [email protected].


  

CKC Logo

Cape Elementary – Cape Kids Care (CKC)
Before & After School Program
The goal of the Cape Elementary Cape Kids Care (CKC) Before and After School Program is to provide
a pleasurable environment for the children. The program includes recreational activities: 
development of arts and crafts, physical education, computer skills, and social skills will be 
stressed.
Hours of Operation
 6:15 - 7:30 A.M.
 2:10 - 6:00 P.M.

 

For more information please take a look at our Parent Handbook

 CKC

    


  

Performance Class Placement:

Cape Elementary students are grouped in classes based upon their educational performance.  This structure enables our students to learn in an educational environment with students of similar needs and learning rates.  At each grade level, we offer a continuum of classes ranging from intensive reading/language arts to enriched and gifted. In Grades 2nd to 5th we also have a co-teach model with two teachers in the classroom.  Different resources and teaching strategies are used to provide optimal teaching and learning environments at every level. Your child’s academic needs and subsequent academic performance determine classroom placement.  Teachers closely monitor student progress throughout the school year and may recommend a change in classroom placement to better meet the needs of a student.

Gifted Logo

 

District News

APPLES Mentor of the Year Surprised with Award
APPLES Mentor of the Year Surprised with Award
Posted on 05/20/2025
The School District of Lee County is proud to congratulate Susan Barnes for being named the 2025 APPLES Mentor of the Year. The program celebrates the ...
c
School District Honors New Teacher of the Year
School District Honors New Teacher of the Year
Posted on 05/19/2025
Superintendent Dr. Denise Carlin surprised Caloosa Elementary School third-grade teacher Julia Johansson with the 2025 New Teacher of the Year Award. ...
c
FortifyFL - Suspicious Activity Reporting App Parents' Bill of Rights