Colin English

John Colin English (July 3, 1895 – June 3, 1986) was an American superintendent.

[4][5] During his tenure as education secretary, funding was an issue during the Great Depression.

[3] J. Colin English Elementary School in Fort Myers was named in his honor in 1929 even though at the time he thought it was a mistake.

[9] He said "I didn't think it was such a good idea to name a school after a fellow who was still active", and when asked to erect the plaque in the building honoring him he refused, saying that it was the only request from the board that he did not do.

[9] He married Ruth McWilliams English, who died June 3, 1995, at age 96.