The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
November is Hunger and Homeless Awareness Month. In the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, we currently have 1,121 students identified as experiencing homelessness. During this month, we want to […]
Before being recognized on the national level, track coach Ursula Harris was honored with a sendoff reception Dec. 13 at Scotlandville Magnet High School. Last spring, Harris led Scotlandville to the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Division I indoor and Class 5A outdoor championship. In July, she was named National
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has achieved three years of continuous academic growth — its highest overall school performance score under the current accountability system — according to the annual report cards released by the Louisiana Department of Education on Nov. 20. The district, which grew in seven
Mayfair Laboratory School goes to Washington. Mayfair was one of the 356 schools in the nation formally recognized as a U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbons School during an awards ceremony Nov. 7-8 in Washington, D.C. This prestigious recognition highlights the commitment, hard work and excellence in education exhibited daily
Congratulations to our 2024-25 EBR Schools Students of the Year, who were announced during Wednesday’s Student of the Year Program oat McKinley Middle Academic Magnet: District winners:Elementary School: Zoey Jenkins, ParkviewMiddle School: Zachary Jarquin, Sherwood High School: Kaitlyn Smith, Baton Rouge Magnet Charter school winners:Elementary School: Jace Johnson, CSAL Middle School: Karissa
Teaching brings joy to Wildwood Elementary School’s Alexandra Horner, who was honored on Feb. 5 as the English as a
High praise for high-dosage tutoring. State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley and EBR Schools Superintendent LaMont Cole celebrated on
Congratulations to Paul Jackson, of Scotlandville Magnet High School, for his selection as the Region V Principal of the Year
Congratulations to fourth-grader Analise Funchess, of Westdale Heights Academic Magnet, for being selected to receive the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Baton Rouge chapter.
The award is presented to either an individual or a group of young people, age 21 and under, who demonstrate a genuine commitment to serving and financially supporting charitable causes. Analise was nominated by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and received letters of support from WHAM and Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital.
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💼 Students at Tara High gained valuable life skills on Friday thanks to our amazing Junior Achievement volunteers! From learning financial literacy basics to mastering how to tie a tie, these students are preparing for success — in school, in careers, and beyond. 👏✨
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🎬 Students in Broadmoor High’s digital media program recently produced a feature interview with Dr. Anthony Stewart, director of Southern University’s Timbuktu Academy, an award-winning STEM mentoring program.
Southern is currently seeking high school seniors interested in STEM research opportunities! 🔬💡
Learn more ➡️ https://www.subr.edu/page/3000
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🏈 The Mustangs were mighty good!
The McKinley Middle Mustangs are the 2025 EBR Schools Middle School Football champions after shutting out Capitol 20–0 on Thursday night at Broadmoor High. 👏
Congratulations to both teams on an incredible season. Thank you to the bands, dancers, and cheerleaders — including those from McKinley and Capitol High Schools — for bringing the energy and school spirit all night long. And of course, thanks to the fans for the big turnout! 💙💛❤️
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🏈 Way to go, Liberty Magnet!
As high school football wraps up its regular season this week, the Liberty Patriots have turned heads with an impressive turnaround year under first-year head coach Jimmy Zachery. 🔴🔵
The Patriots host Woodlawn at 7 p.m. Friday at Olympia Stadium — don’t miss it!
Other Week 10 matchups featuring EBR Schools:
• Belaire at Baker
• Capitol at Episcopal
• Istrouma at Brusly
• McKinley at St. Michael
• Northeast at East Feliciana
• Scotlandville at Central
Read more from The Advocate: Liberty Magnet’s turnaround season ➡️
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November is Hunger and Homeless Awareness Month. During this time, we want to remind families that support and resources are available through the district`s Students in Transition (SIT) Program. Our team is here to help you access school supplies, uniforms, tutoring, and more. We encourage families to contact their school or the Students in Transition Office for confidential assistance and support. Together, we can ensure that every child has what they need to learn and succeed, regardless of their current circumstances.
You can call us at (225) 456-5123 or (225) 456-5123. For assistance in Español, please call (225) 388-549.
Baton Rouge High had the honor of welcoming Congresswoman Julia Letlow and Magnet Schools of America Executive Director Ramin Taheri! Students enjoyed an inspiring conversation reflecting on our country and the importance of civic engagement. During her visit, Congresswoman Letlow was proudly recognized as a Magnet Schools Champion of Excellence, celebrating her outstanding support for magnet education and student opportunity across Louisiana.
