The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
Feel the Roar! The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is excited to announce its “Roar Into EBR” Pre-K Enrollment Event from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11, […]
Two graduations — earning a degree and a diploma in the same week. Congratulations to the outstanding Glen Oaks High students who graduated from Baton Rouge Community College on May 19 with an associate degree before receiving diplomas during their high school graduation ceremonies on May 23. Their accomplishments were
Principal Kyle Fontenette of Mayfair Laboratory School has been recognized as one of nine finalists for the 2026 state Principal of the Year by the Louisiana Department of Education. Under Fontenette’s leadership, Mayfair was named a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Fontenette, who holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree
Sharon Hills Elementary School students and educators recently participated in a new pilot program focused on carbon dioxide (CO₂) and its effective management in a lower-carbon future. The school welcomed academic leaders from Rice University’s Tapia Center and representatives from ExxonMobil Pipeline Co., who partnered to develop and launch the
Congratulations to Broadmoor High School junior Abby Alvarado for winning first place at the Regional and National Marshall-Brennan Moot Court Competitions. Alvarado first competed against high school students from across Baton Rouge in the regional competition hosted by the Southern University Law Center. She then advanced to the national level
Twenty-one Baton Rouge Magnet High School students were recently announced as semifinalists in the prestigious 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
To EBRPSS Staff, We are absolutely thrilled to launch the 2nd Annual Digital Citizenship Week from Monday, September 8 through Thursday, September 11! This week
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is proud to announce the launch of Band Together EBR, a fundraising
🇺🇸 Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸
Today, we celebrate 250 years of the United States of America.
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia, marking a defining moment in history. The 13 colonies declared their independence from Great Britain and united to begin a new chapter as one nation.
As we commemorate this historic milestone, we honor the courage, vision, and enduring ideals that continue to shape our country.
Happy Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙
Guard your mental health. 💚
It`s OK to seek help because sometimes life can be overwhelming. Whether you`re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief or just need someone to talk to, you are not alone. Support is available through counselors, mental health professionals, local organizations and crisis resources.
Let`s break the stigma surrounding mental health and create a community where everyone feels seen, supported and valued.
#MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma
Shoutout to our incredible summer interns!
Through our Workforce Development Program, Phillip Malveaux from Liberty High School and Kaleb Chaney from Tara High School joined the EBR Schools Communications Team this summer to get a behind-the-scenes look at marketing and communications for a school system.
They combined their creativity and career interests to help develop engaging projects, billboard concepts, videos and more while gaining valuable real-world experience.
Thank you, Phillip and Kaleb, for bringing your energy, enthusiasm and fresh ideas to our team. We can`t wait to see what the future holds for you both!
Principal Terran Perry is embracing the challenge of re-establishing Woodlawn Middle School as a high-performing school and a source of pride for the community. With a clear focus on academic excellence, student success, and strong community partnerships, Perry is committed to creating an environment where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
#WeAreEBR #ebrschools #LetsGoHigher #WoodlawnMiddle
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Today, our Department of Human Resources celebrated the incredible educators and staff members retiring from EBR Schools after the 2025-2026 school year. Together, they represent generations of service, with many dedicating more than 40 years to supporting students, schools, and our community.
Thank you for your commitment, compassion, and the lasting difference you`ve made in the lives of so many. Congratulations on your retirement, and best wishes on this exciting new chapter!
Every flower is a smile from nature, so let’s dig in, plant some seeds, and watch our garden of knowledge grow! LaSalle, with a little help from the LSU Ag Center, had an amazing day learning all about gardening!. 🪷 🌶️ 🥒
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is advising families that school bus transportation may experience delays during the Friday afternoon commute home because of weather and road conditions across the parish. Transportation staff members are working to safely transport students while navigating possible heavy traffic, flooded areas and impacted roadways caused by
changing weather conditions.
District officials said student safety remains the top priority as drivers continue routes throughout the parish. The district appreciates the understanding and cooperation of families and the community during the weather event.
