Evangelical Christian School (Fort Myers, Florida)

Evangelical Christian School (ECS) is a private, college preparatory, non-denominational Christian school in Fort Myers, Florida.

Evangelical Christian School
Location
8237 Beacon Blvd Fort Myers, Florida 33907 United States
Coordinates	26°34′28″N 81°51′40″W
Information
Motto	Exceptional, Compassionate, Spirited
Denomination	Non-denominational
Established	1973
Founder	Dr. Douglas D. Dunn
Principal	Michelle Shuford (grades K4-6) James Stedcke (grades 7-12)
Headmaster	John M. Hunte
Teaching staff	89 (as of 2013-14)[1]
Grades	PK-12
Enrollment	645 (non-prekindergarten) (as of 2013-14)[1]
Student to teacher ratio	7.5 (as of 2013-14)[1]
Colour(s)	Red and White
Athletics	FHSAA Class A, District 6
Team name	Sentinels
Accreditation	Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
Yearbook	Volume
Website	http://www.goecs.org/

History

ECS was founded in May 1973 by Douglas D. and Elsie M. Dunn. In 1975 the school was moved to its present site. Over the years, the enrollment has grown to exceed 1,000 students and several new buildings have been added.

Notable alumni

• Matt Caldwell, former Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 79 from 2010 to 2018.
• Corey Lynch, NFL player^[2]

Notable faculty

• Earnest Graham was hired in February 2019 as head football coach.^[3]