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 […]
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
Four Baton Rouge Magnet High School seniors — Rohan Ninad Joshi, Abhinav Pathak, Emily Lien Phan, Tejasvi Tyagi — were announced on May 7 as winners in the second round of the prestigious 70th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Pathak will use the scholarship for Princeton University, Phan will use
ExxonMobil is providing a unique opportunity for local educators to bring innovative STEM projects into the classroom. The company, in
Westdale Middle School proudly hung its official U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School nominee banner on campus on Oct.
The Little Bucs are officially on the air! Broadmoor Elementary cut the ribbon Oct. 2 on its brand-new broadcast and
🎪 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
Let`s take a moment to celebrate the amazing progress at Northdale Superintendent’s Academy, Arlington Prep, Woodlawn High, and Scotlandville High! Thanks to the $40 million bond investment, the district was able to begin completing the first few projects on these schools` wish lists. Students, staff and even Chanel the goat give their nod of approval. Much more to come...stay tuned! #letsgohigher #noturningback #daretobegreat
The High School experience bond in action. In October 2025, the EBR Parish School Board approved a $40 million bond investment to modernize our high schools and create stronger learning environments, student experiences, and career-readiness opportunities.
Since then, the district has:
Completed Groups I & II projects
Begun procurement for Group III & planning for Group IV, advancing larger and more complex investments
Expanded the conversation beyond buildings to consider the full high school experience
This work is grounded in our strategic plan and our commitment to student achievement, operational excellence, and developing the whole child. The goal is not simply to improve our campuses. It is to ensure every student has access to an exceptional high school experience.
Congratulations to our @ebr.hpea Week 3 Coaches and Players of the Week. Sponsored by Raising Cane`s, Benny`s Carwash, and CC`s Coffee House.
🏆 Coach of the Week
Aaron Brown — Belfair Montessori Magnet
Maggie Hall — Baton Rouge Magnet High School, Swim
Joshua Lathan — Westdale Middle School
🏅 Female Athlete of the Week
Madilyn Walker — Mayfair Lab
Jr. Rhyli Brown — Istrouma High School, Volleyball
Marigny Gautreau — Glasgow Middle School
🏅 Male Athlete of the Week
Islyn Sam — The Dufrocq School
Fr. Braylun Harris — Scotlandville Magnet High School, Football
Triston Harton — Park Forest Middle School
The celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month just keeps getting better! At Glen Oaks Park, we recently enjoyed a vibrant dance showcasing the stunning "Traje típico," the traditional costume of Honduras. The energy was infectious, and the spirit of culture shone brightly as everyone came together to honor this rich heritage!
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.
