The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
The Liberty and Glen Oaks high school bands are sporting new uniforms this year, giving students another reason to march with pride. The uniforms were made possible through the Foundation […]
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 our fantastic 2024-25 School Counselors of the Year. MaKeyba Patin-Carr (Winbourne Elementary), U’dana Green, (Capitol Middle) and Elayna
A huge congrats to Woodlawn High School football coach Christopher Clark, who was recently selected to coach the 2025 Louisiana
Zoey Jenkins, a fifth-grader at Parkview Elementary School, has been named a finalist for the 2025 State Student of the
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is excited to announce the launch of “Eighteen Under 18,” a new districtwide recognition campaign designed to shine a spotlight on 18 exceptional students of all ages.
Beginning September 8, EBR Schools will invite students, families, educators, employees and community members to nominate students 18 years old or younger who are making their mark in their schools, communities or areas of personal passion.
Nominate an EBR Student: LINK IN BIO or visit www.ebrschools.org/eighteen/
Nomination closes on Sept. 18. The “Eighteen Under 18” honorees will be announced to the public in November.
All EBRPSS schools and offices will be closed for Labor Day! Enjoy the holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday, refreshed and ready to learn! #LetsGoHigher #ebrschools
PBIS came with a little extra splash at McKinley Middle Magnet!
BEFORE WE KICK OFF WEEK 1… 🏈🔥
Let’s recap last week’s Battle on the Bluff! From big plays to hard-fought battles, here’s a look back at the action before we get Week 1 underway.
#WeAreEBR #DareToBeGreat
🏈 The traveling Downtown Showdown trophy has only known one home: McKinley High. The Panthers plan to keep it that way when they host Capitol tonight in the third annual Downtown Showdown at Memorial Stadium.🏆
🏆 Downtown Showdown
🔥 McKinley vs. Capitol
📍 7 p.m. Thursday | Memorial Stadium
#DowntownShowdown #WeAreEBR #EBRSchools #McKinleyPanthers #CapitolLions
https://www.wbrz.com/news/baton-rouge-s-downtown-showdown-returns-as-mckinley-and-capitol-high-meet-again
📚️ Brittany Melancon is in her second year as the dean of students at Delmont Pre-K Center. She has been with EBR for about 10 years, also serving as a paraprofessional, second-grade teacher and literacy coach.
A graduate of Baton Rouge Magnet High and Southern University with three degrees, Melancon is passionate about giving back to North Baton Rouge, where she grew up. With educators in her family, including her mother and grandmother, Melancon said working with pre-K students allows her to help build their foundation for success.
Jay Luzaran is a 5th grade math and science teacher at Cedarcrest-Southmoor Elementary! With five years at Cedarcrest and 39 years in education overall, including 18 with EBR, he believes dedication and consistency help lead students to high performance. He loves giving to his students, showing them love, teaching them respect and being a good example to everyone he encounters.
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.
