FORT MYERS, Fla. November 9, 2026 — B&I Contractors, Inc. has been recognized by the School District of Lee County’s Healthy Living Collaboration for the continued support of its Farm to School program. The recognition highlights Vinny Cicchesi and B&I’s Special Projects Plumbing Department for their contributions to school garden irrigation projects and hands-on learning opportunities for students.
Over the years, B&I’s Special Projects Plumbing Department has supported irrigation projects at several Lee County schools, including Caloosa Middle School, Harns Marsh Middle School, Paul Laurence Dunbar Middle School, Bonita Springs Middle Center for the Arts, and most recently, Success Academy. The team completed irrigation work at Success Academy on October 19, 2026, helping provide the infrastructure needed to support the school’s garden.
Beyond the technical work, the team takes time to explain projects to students, demonstrating how irrigation systems work and connecting classroom learning with real-world skills. These interactions introduce students to problem-solving, plumbing, construction, engineering, and other skilled trades while supporting the Farm to School program’s mission to teach students about healthy eating and where their food comes from
In a letter of appreciation, Leisha Roy, Healthy Living Collaboration Chair for the School District of Lee County, specifically recognized Vinny Cicchesi for his dedication, professionalism, and continued commitment to supporting local schools. Roy also acknowledged the efforts of the Special Projects Plumbing team, noting the meaningful impact their work has on students, educators, and the community.
The team members recognized for their work at Success Academy include TJ Davis, Yassel Martin, Angel Castellanos, Nelson Cruz, Alfredo Castellanos Sr., Alfredo Castellanos Jr., Yordano Gil, and Juan Sanabria.
B&I Contractors is proud to support educational opportunities that connect students with real-world experiences and potential career paths.
About B&I Contractors, Inc.
Founded in 1960 and headquartered in Fort Myers, Florida, B&I Contractors, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned specialty contractor providing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fabrication, and service solutions throughout Florida. Serving healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, and mission-critical markets, B&I is guided by its core values of Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, and Safety.
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