The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) has awarded $350,000 in funding to seven East Baton Rouge Parish schools to support critical safety and security upgrades. The […]
EBR Schools received national attention on Monday, Aug. 11, as Jefferson Terrace Academy hosted U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. The trip to Louisiana marked the launch of McMahon’s “Returning […]
Entering high school can feel like walking into a whole new universe. With new peers, a new environment, longer classes and more responsibilities, everything at once can be overwhelming. But […]
EBR Schools is excited to announce a Districtwide Enrollment Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 4, at all school sites across the district. Each campus will […]
The Joe Burrow Foundation has introduced the “Burrow Blueprint,” an initiative designed to support public schools in effectively addressing and improving mental health issues. At the launch reception on Monday, […]
🎨 The Baton Rouge Gallery – Center for Contemporary Art welcomed the students of McKinley Elementary!
Exhibiting artists Michaelene Walsh and Beth Welch shared their creative process, techniques, and the stories behind their work.
A big thank you to these young learners for making the gallery part of their field trip experience! 🌟
#EBRSchools #ArtEducation #WearEBR
What a big early Tuesday morning at Woodlawn High School! 🎉Matt Venezia and WAFB Channel 9 highlighted the EBR Schools esports program, and the school spirit was on full display with the band, cheerleaders, and football and volleyball teams showing support. Special thanks to Venezia, Principal Dr. John Jenkins, esports coach Christine Boullion and the esports team for making it a success. 💻🎮📣
#WeAreEBR #ebrschools
During the Volunteers in Public Schools` Super Summer Readers Reception, we celebrated the invaluable contributions of our sponsors and volunteers who played a crucial role in making our summer reading program a success.
#VIPS #ebrschools #WeAreEBR
Weekend transportation help is back!🚍
The EBR Schools Transportation Hotline will be open this Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM - 3 PM to assist families with bus routes, stops and schedules.
☎️ Call: (225) 226 - 3660 and we will be standing by to support you!
Forte and Tablada, Inc. collected over $1500 from employees and purchased school supplies to donate to Istrouma Magnet High and Belfair Montessori Magnet. The supplies were delivered by three of the firm`s engineers, Lauren Landry, Victoria Portera, and Darby Campbell. The East Baton Rouge School System is grateful for community partners like Forte & Tablada. #WeAreEBR
💪🏽🏃♀️ EBR Schools PE teachers kicked off the school year with purpose and passion! Nearly 200 elementary, middle and high school educators gathered at Woodlawn High for a dynamic day of professional development focused on inclusive, high-quality health and physical education.
From expert-led sessions and hands-on training to inspiring conversations, the day centered on promoting lifelong health, physical activity and holistic well-being for ALL students.
A powerful keynote session on adapted physical education equipped teachers with tools to better support students with exceptional needs and ensure PE classes are inclusive, engaging and accessible. 💥👏🏽
#EBRSchools #WeAreEBR
EBR Schools and Louisiana were in the national spotlight on Monday as Jefferson Terrace Academy hosted U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon.
The trip to Louisiana marked the launch of McMahon`s “Returning Education to the States” tour. At Jefferson Terrace, she celebrated the state`s "historic gains" in K–12 education, participated in roundtable discussion and toured classrooms.
East Baton Rouge Schools Superintendent LaMont Cole, state Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley, Sen. Bill Cassidy and Jefferson Terrace Principal Joy Watson joined the classroom tour, showcasing the excellence happening in EBR Schools.
https://www.wafb.com/2025/08/11/us-secretary-education-starts-returning-education-states-tour-baton-rouge/
https://www.cbsnews.com/video/education-secretary-linda-mcmahon-begins-tour-pushing-local-school-control/
https://www.theadvocate.com/news/education/secretary-of-education-linda-mcmahon-visits-louisiana/article_56a11111-b036-5079-a071-63c3ad06ae19.html#tncms-source=featured-2
Help us streamline our transportation system. Please let us know if you do NOT plan to ride the school bus this school year. Families can always choose to opt back in by contacting transportation.
Due to the potential for severe inclement weather, East Baton Rouge Parish Schools campuses and offices are closed Wednesday, April 10, 2024, and all activities will be canceled.
Please stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.
