The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
Thirty-six and perfect. Eight Baton Rouge Magnet High School students received a perfect score of 36 on the ACT during the 2025-26 testing year. Only about 3,000 (0.2%) of the […]
Westdale Middle School proudly hung its official U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School nominee banner on campus on Oct. 4, celebrating its outstanding commitment to sustainability and environmental education.Although the U.S. Department of Education discontinued the Green Ribbon program due to budget cuts, Westdale was among the final schools
The Little Bucs are officially on the air! Broadmoor Elementary cut the ribbon Oct. 2 on its brand-new broadcast and podcast studios, one of the first of its kind in an elementary school in the state. Proud families and guests got a front-row seat as students demonstrated their talents in
The Baton Rouge Center for the Visual and Performing Arts held its ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 30 with dazzling performances, inspiring remarks and a joyful reception. Joining in the ceremony were two beloved former principals, Mark Richterman and founder Julia Law. “This ceremony represents the start of a new era of exploring possibilities,
Twenty-one Baton Rouge Magnet High School students were recently announced as semifinalists in the prestigious 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. It is the most of any school in Louisiana. These outstanding students are: Andrew Beasley • Olivia Bryant • Charlotte Carpenter • David Diez • Tristan Jarnagin • Julia Jung
Eleven outstanding East Baton Rouge Parish School System magnet schools and programs, including top honoree Belfair Montessori Magnet, have been
Baton Rouge Magnet High Principal Nanette McCann has been selected Magnet Schools of America Region V Principal of the Year,
Baton Rouge Magnet High has been recognized on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll for developing an AP program that
💗 Friday was Pink Out Day at Twin Oaks Elementary. Students and staff dressed in pink to show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October.💗💕🌸
#WeAreEBR #ebrschools #TwinOaksElementary #PinkOutDay #BreastCancerAwareness WearPink OctoberAwareness
Happy National Boss’s Day to our superintendent. Thank you, Mr. Cole, for the hard work and support you provide for our school system. #SuccessIsInTheSupport
The future was calling, and Scotlandville High students were picking up! From college campuses and trade schools to careers in business and public service, students had plenty of opportunities to explore what comes next, ask questions and make connections. So many paths to explore and big dreams to chase!
#DareToBeGreat #DareToGrow #WeAreEBR
Today, we celebrated the dedicated employees who have served EBR Schools for 30, 40, 50+ years! ❤️🎉
Their years of service reflect a commitment to our students, our schools and a mission that never stops.
Thank you for showing us what it means to serve with purpose, lead with heart and love what you do! 💙💛
🎪 Step Right Up! Rock Your School 🎪
The big top came to Woodlawn Elementary! The Cubs brought the energy, creativity and costumes for an unforgettable day of learning. Rock Your School brings learning to life with outside-the-box educational experiences that make every lesson a show worth seeing! 🎪✨
What a beautiful day to spend at Villa del Rey!
Villa del Rey Creative Sciences & Arts Magnet is one of many magnet schools hosting showcases and tours during @ebrmagnet Showcase Week. Tomorrow is the final day, so be sure to visit www.ebrmagnet.org/showcase-week to discover what it has to offer.
#daretobegreat #EBRSchools
Fall Break Reminder:
With Fall Break approaching, we want to make sure everyone is clear on the 2026-27 calendar and reporting expectations.
📅 Fall Break Schedule
Students are off October 9-13.
Friday, October 9
ALL EMPLOYEES WORK
• Teacher In-Service Day
• Schools and district sites are OPEN
Monday, October 12
ALL EMPLOYEES ARE OFF
• Schools and district sites are CLOSED
Tuesday, October 13
12-MONTH EMPLOYEES WORK
• 9-, 10- and 11-month employees are OFF
• Schools and district sites are OPEN
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.
