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 […]
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 is all about celebrating what it means to be safe, respectful, and empowered digital citizens in today’s connected world. Together, let’s make this celebration bigger and brighter than ever—with themed spirit days, fun activities,
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is proud to announce the launch of Band Together EBR, a fundraising campaign designed to provide new marching band uniforms for EBR high schools and strengthen the high school experience for students across the parish. For decades, EBR high school bands have
The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) has awarded $350,000 in funding to seven East Baton Rouge Parish schools to support critical safety and security upgrades. The grant will help improve protection measures by allocating $50,000 to each of the following school sites: LaBelle Aire Elementary McKinley
EBR Schools received national attention on Monday, Aug. 11, as Jefferson Terrace Academy hosted U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon. The trip to Louisiana marked the launch of McMahon’s “Returning Education to the States” tour. At Jefferson Terrace, she celebrated the state’s “historic gains” in K–12 education, participated in roundtable discussion
Glasgow Middle School’s Ananya Jain and Arlington Prep Academy’s Xzavier Thomas were recognized during the 2025 GOLD (Governor’s Outstanding Leadership
Baton Rouge Magnet High School seniors Khoa Nguyen and Shehzad Mohammad Khan have earned prestigious scholarships through the QuestBridge National
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System has achieved historic gains in the latest School Performance Scores and letter grades
💗 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.
