The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
Baton Rouge Magnet High School seniors Khoa Nguyen and Shehzad Mohammad Khan have earned prestigious scholarships through the QuestBridge National College Match program, each valued at over $300,000. Nguyen has […]
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has achieved historic gains in the latest School Performance Scores and letter grades released by the Louisiana Department of Education on Nov. 20. The districtβs overall SPS increased to 72.4, marking a solid βCβ and the highest score in district history. Eleven schools
With cheering sections full of family, friends and school leaders encouraging them, some of EBR Schoolsβ very best were celebrated at the 2025β26 Student of the Year ceremony on Nov. 19 at McKinley Middle Academic Magnet. District Winners β’ Elementary: Bryan Gosa, The Dufrocq School β’ Middle: Olivia Peng, Glasgow
Scotlandville Magnet High School students Reagan Scott and Chalaycia Lee were named finalists in the Marshall-Brennan Moot Court Regional Competition on Nov. 14 at Southern University. Scott and Lee are now headed to Nationals in Washington, D.C. They are members of Scotlandvilleβs Government Affairs and Law Magnet Program. The National
BATON ROUGE, La. β Get ready for an exciting week of high school basketball as East Baton Rouge Parish Schools proudly hosts the 2025 EBR Schools Girls Basketball Tournament on Nov. 22-25 at Woodlawn High, 15755 Jefferson Highway. Presented by Mayor Sid Edwards, the tournament will feature a competitive field
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has achieved historic gains in the latest School Performance Scores and letter grades
With cheering sections full of family, friends and school leaders encouraging them, some of EBR Schoolsβ very best were celebrated
Scotlandville Magnet High School students Reagan Scott and Chalaycia Lee were named finalists in the Marshall-Brennan Moot Court Regional Competition
β¨π©βπ³Our talented culinary students at the EBR Career And Technical Education Center are cooking up the season, spreading good cheer and delicious treats throughout the district. From catering events to preparing for upcoming competitions, their hard work, creativity and teamwork are shining brighter than ever.
Weβre so proud of their dedication and grateful for all the joy (and yummy goodies) theyβve shared this season. πͺππ°οΏ½βπ³β¨
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Employee Spotlight | Felicia Dotson
Dotson is a K-2 ESS teacher. She has been at Greenbrier for 11 years. This is her first year in the ESS role, and she says the transition has been smooth. She believes itβs important to help students become productive citizens when they grow up. Dotson loves building relationships with students and seeing them have that aha moment. Seeing former students thriving and flourishing keeps her going.
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Salute to Cadet Maj. Zamiria Miller, of Belaire High School, for leading the Pledge of Allegiance to open Thursday`s School Board meeting. Zamiria was introduced by Belaire senior Army instructor Lt. Col. Dana Boyd-Donald (retired). Zamiria is a four-year member of the districtβs largest JROTC program, where she serves as battalion commander. At Belaire, she has been an active and dedicated student leader. participating in the Honor Guard, Color Guard, archery team, and also competing on the schoolβs volleyball team. Upon graduation, she plans to join the U.S. Marine Corps and pursue a degree in nursing.
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π Undefeated. Unmatched. Honored. π
The McKinley Middle volleyball and football teams were recognized at Thursdayβs School Board meeting for capturing their middle school district championships with undefeated records.
These outstanding student-athletes were celebrated for their dedication, teamwork and sportsmanship. We are proud of their commitment to both academics and athletics.
Congratulations to the Mustangs and their coaches.ππΎ
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The EBR Schools 2025 Students of the Year were proudly recognized during Thursday`s School Board meeting.
Honored were:
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Elementary: Bryan Gosa, The Dufrocq School.
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Middle: Olivia Peng, Glasgow Middle.
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High: Lucy Thomas, Baton Rouge Magnet High.
Each of these remarkable students completed the same rigorous Student of the Year process used by the Louisiana Department of Education. After schools across the district nominated their top candidates, a district committee selected those who best exemplify academic excellence, leadership and outstanding character.
Charter school winners were: Jace Williams, Inspire Charter Academy (elementary) and Avery Harrell. Helix Mentorship & Maritime Academy (middle).
Congratulations to these outstanding scholars!
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πβ¨ Gifts rolled in this week through the Adopt an Elf program. Hundreds of generous community members stepped up to "adopt" a student in need, selected gifts from their wish list and dropped them off at the Broadmoor Elementary collection site.
The gifts will be delivered to students next week, spreading warmth, joy, and holiday cheer across our district.
Thank you to our community for making this season brighter for EBR students. ππ
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π The new Theatrical Arts Department at Glen Oaks High is making a big debut with its first-ever production. Students will showcase their talents in Langston Hughesβ "Black Nativity."
π When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday
π Where: Glen Oaks High Auditorium
π΅ Tickets: $10
Come support the talented students and enjoy an unforgettable performance.
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