Newsletter

Walking in the 50th Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade 🍀 What a day! This year marked the 50th Naples St. Patrick’s Day Parade, and I was incredibly grateful to walk alongside such an amazing group of friends, volunteers, and supporters. Parades are one of those moments that remind you what makes Collier County special. Families lining the streets, kids collecting beads, neighbors cheering each other on, and a whole community coming together to celebrate. Seeing so many people

This past month was a meaningful one around our schools and our community. I attended the March School Board meeting and had the chance to see firsthand the incredible things happening across Collier County Public Schools. Moments like these are a reminder of why Collier continues to be an A-rated district and why protecting what works while building on our success matters so much.

Hi friends, This week I had the opportunity to attend Children’s Week at the Florida Capitol. There is something powerful about watching hundreds of children from across our state fill the courtyard, explore the halls of government, and proudly represent their schools and communities. It is a reminder that policy is not abstract. It is personal. I met students who traveled hours to be there. I saw early learning programs showcasing their work. I watched children hold hands wi

Hi friends, I’ve had so many conversations lately that start the same way: “Stephanie, what’s really happening in our schools?” Social media moves fast. Headlines can feel loud. Board meetings are long. So I’m starting something simple. The Nordin Newsletter will be a short weekly note where I share what I’m seeing, what I’m learning, and what matters most for Collier County schools. I grew up here. I graduated from our public schools. Now I’m raising four boys here, includin