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For Our Families.

Your home base at 3 Oaks Estero — the school-year calendar, the key dates, and the everyday details that keep our days running smoothly. Bookmark this page; we keep it current.

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Everything You Need, in One Place

Being part of 3 Oaks means being part of a community — and a community works best when everyone has the same information. This page gathers the things our families reach for most: when school starts and stops, what to bring, how we stay in touch, and the ways you can get involved.

If you can't find what you're looking for, you're never more than a phone call or email away. Reach the Estero front office at (239) 776-2100 or Email us, and we'll point you in the right direction.

Stay connected

Our Communication Hub: Brightwheel

We use Brightwheel to keep parents and teachers connected — daily messages, classroom photos and updates, reminders, and important school news, all in one easy app.

Not signed up yet? No problem. We'll get every family registered and ready on Brightwheel during the first week of school if you're not already set up. If you already have an account, you're good to go.

Go ahead and download the free app so you're ready to go:

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Family Resources

The handful of things families ask about most often — gathered here so they're easy to find.

School Calendar & Key Dates

First and last days, holidays, breaks, early releases, and the school events you won't want to miss this year.

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Arrival & Dismissal

Drop-off and pick-up windows, carline flow, and before- & after-school care so mornings and afternoons stay calm. (Times to confirm.)

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Stay Connected

We communicate through Brightwheel, our parent–teacher hub — daily updates, classroom photos, and direct messages with your child's teacher — plus newsletters and school news. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram too.

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Volunteer

Join the planning committee for the Under The Oaks Gala or the Rooted & Rising Luncheon. Our events run on parent power — every helping hand makes a real difference. Sign up below.

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Forms & Documents

Enrollment paperwork, health and emergency forms, and policy documents. (Links to be added once the family portal / document set is confirmed.)

Request a form →

Shop 3 Oaks Gear

T-shirts, sweaters, bags, and more to show your 3 Oaks pride — not uniforms, just gear the whole family will love.

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2026–27 School-Year Calendar

The dates that shape our year — first day, breaks, exam weeks, and the last bell.

Heads up: These dates come from our 2026–27 draft calendar and may shift slightly before the year begins. Please confirm specific days with the front office before making travel plans.
Fall Semester 2026
First Day of SchoolAugust 18, 2026
Labor Day — No SchoolSeptember 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Break School closedNovember 23–27, 2026
Semester Exams Half daysDecember 14–18, 2026
Winter Break Last day of classes: Dec 18Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring Semester 2027
Classes ResumeJanuary 4, 2027
Spring Break School closedMarch 15–26, 2027
Semester Exams Half daysMay 17–21, 2027
Week Without Walls Whole-school experience away from campusSpring 2027 · TBD
Last Day of SchoolMay 21, 2027

Our weekly rhythm: Mondays are Elective Days, Tuesday–Thursday are Core Instruction, and Fridays are Enrichment & Remediation. The calendar also includes Exploration Days, MAP testing windows, and event days when school is in session.

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Common Questions

Wondering about grades, our 9:1 model, support for learning differences and gifted & twice-exceptional learners, admissions, tuition, or Florida scholarships? Our FAQ has the answers.

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Our community

This Year in Pictures

A look at the everyday moments that make 3 Oaks Estero feel like home — the projects, the read-alouds, and the friendships that grow here.

Students presenting at the classroom smartboard A hands-on STEAM web activity Students running a science experiment Students working on a hands-on project Students working together at a learning table A student focused on a hands-on project Students learning at their computers A small group working together in class A student at the interactive whiteboard Students building a STEAM project A student reading at her desk A teacher reading with a small group in the library A teacher reading aloud to students Students reading together in the library nook A student reading on the couch A student proud of her finished project Students shaping a hands-on project A group collaborating on a project
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Volunteer for Our Fundraising Events

Our two signature events keep tuition affordable and fuel everything we do — and they're run by parent volunteers. Join a planning committee for the Under The Oaks Gala or the Rooted & Rising Luncheon and help make them unforgettable. Tell us where you'd like to pitch in and we'll be in touch.

  • Under The Oaks Gala Planning Committee
  • Rooted & Rising Luncheon Planning Committee
  • Sponsorships, auction items & in-kind donations
  • Event-day setup, décor & hospitality

Estero Volunteer Sign-Up

Tell us how you'd like to help — it takes two minutes.

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Have a Question?

Whether it's a date, a form, or just something you want to talk through, the Estero front office is glad to help. Reach out any time — no question is too small.

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