The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
Glasgow Middle School’s Ananya Jain and Arlington Prep Academy’s Xzavier Thomas were recognized during the 2025 GOLD (Governor’s Outstanding Leadership in Disabilities) Awards on Dec. 10 at the Old State […]
The new minifarm at Northdale Academy keeps students on the go. Six dedicated students are members of the agricultural science program’s “go” team. “They have to go and take care of my animals. It’s their responsibility,” said ag science teacher Chelsea Johnson, a Southern University graduate who helped start the
The stadium where Rusty Price led teams for 28 years as the football coach at Broadmoor High School now bears his name. On Sept. 6, the school officially unveiled “Rusty Price Stadium” during halftime of its season-opening 14-0 loss to Ellender. Price, 77, was surrounded by family and about 100
Congratulations to East Baton Rouge Parish School Board President Carla Powell-Lewis for her selection to the inaugural cohort of the prestigious Hunt Institute’s Early Learning Nation Fellowship. Powell-Lewis is one of only two cohort members representing Louisiana. The invitation-only program meeting will be held Sept. 4-6 in Las Vegas. ELN
The “Showdown on the Bluff” high school football kickoff set for 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, Aug. 29-30, at Southern University’s A.W. Mumford Stadium has stirred up significant excitement. Superintendent LaMont Cole is among those leading the charge. “This is a glorious day here on the Bluff,” Cole said during
Congratulations to Emily Chen of Baton Rouge Magnet High School for her remarkable achievement in being named one of the
One step into any one of Emmitt Glynn III’s classes at Baton Rouge Magnet High School, and it’s easy to
A parent expressed that a new laptop is bringing joy to her daughter as an early Christmas present. On Wednesday,
🏀 Almost tip-off time.
For the first time, EBR Schools brings the Bob Pettit Boys High School Basketball Tournament to Baton Rouge Community College.
📅 Dec. 26–29 | 📍 Bonne Santé Wellness Center, 201 Community College Drive.
Featuring 13 teams and 20 games, including top seeds Madison Prep, McKinley, and Woodlawn.
💥 How`s this for opening day – Dec. 26:
11:30 a.m.: No. 8 Northeast vs. No. 9 Southern Lab
1 p.m.: No. 5 Glen Oaks vs. No. 12 Tara
2 p.m.: No. 13 Liberty vs. No. 4 Scotlandville
4 p.m.: No. 11 Broadmoor vs. No. 6 Capitol
5 p.m.: No. 7 Belaire vs. No. 10 Istrouma
🏆 Championship Game: 7 p.m., Dec. 29
🎟️ Tickets: eazyticks.com/events/mayor-sid-edwards-boys-basketball-tournament-2025
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Employee Spotlight | Tremaine Jackson
Tremaine Jackson is a third-grade ELA and social studies teacher at Capitol Elementary! In her first year at Capitol, with 20 years in education and seven years with EBR, she loves making a difference and watching students grow. She believes teaching is essential because, without teachers, nothing would exist, and teachers open the pathway to everything.
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💈✨ Smiles and fresh cuts all around at Progress Elementary! A big thank-you to Ray J’s College of Hair for giving back to students for the sixth year in a row by providing free haircuts for boys. This act of kindness helped spread confidence, joy and holiday cheer throughout the school community.
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Bikes, Bucs and baseball! 🚲⚾
Broadmoor High baseball coach Terrell Thomas and his team spread smiles by donating bikes to students at 15 schools through its annual "Bike from a BUC" giveaway. Thank you, coach Thomas and your Buccaneers, for riding into the community and making a difference!
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🎉Shoutout to our amazing school technology facilitators who play an essential role across our district. Wearing many hats each day, they go above and beyond their regular responsibilities to support the Department of Technology Services by helping manage devices at every site. Their dedication keeps our Chromebook program running smoothly and efficiently; we couldn’t do it without them! 💻👏
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💌🌟 Villa del Rey Elementary brought the holiday spirit to life on Thursday! Students shared cheerful songs, a special reading of “The Night Before Christmas” and energetic dance performances that highlighted their talents and joy. It was a wonderful celebration of creativity, confidence and festive cheer.
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Oh, what fun! Sharon Hills Elementary students spread holiday cheer during their annual Christmas Showcase.
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