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Baton Rouge Magnet High has been recognized on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll for developing an AP program that fosters a college-going culture and provides students with opportunities to […]
Superintendent Sito Narcisse is elated to announce that the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has awarded the East Baton Rouge Parish School System a $3.5 million “Research and Development Partnerships for Math Equity” grant for economically disadvantaged and minority students. The selection follows a rigorous six-month process among 17 qualifying
A joint press release from EBRPSS and 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge, with approval from Apple The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and 100 Black Men of Metro Baton Rouge will hold a press conference at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at the School Board Office (1050
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System’s Magnet Mania will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1, in the Exhibit Hall at the Raising Cane’s River Center. The annualrecruiting event helps launch the magnet application period for the 2023-2024 school year and promotes specialized programs in
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Congratulations to Brennan Smith (Westdale Heights Academic Magnet), Madilyn Whitmore (Westdale Middle School) and Noor Akram (Woodlawn High School) for
Mathematics content supervisor Latrenda Knighten was elected as president of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics during the organization’s
🎉 Congratulations to Baton Rouge Magnet High Principal Nanette McCann! 🎉
Nanette McCann was recently selected Magnet Schools of America Region V Principal of the Year, a highly competitive honor recognizing magnet leaders who exemplify excellence while advancing equity, diversity and opportunity for all students.
Under McCann’s leadership, Baton Rouge Magnet High continues to thrive as a model of academic rigor, innovation and an inclusive school culture. Her commitment to students, staff and the magnet mission truly sets the standard.
Region V includes Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. McCann will represent the region at the National Conference on Magnet Schools, April 14–18, in San Diego, where the national Principal of the Year will be announced.
Magnet Schools of America is a national nonprofit professional education association serving magnet schools, families, educators and community partners nationwide.
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Baton Rouge Magnet High is a Platinum honoree on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll, celebrating an AP program that opens doors to college credit and future success.
📊 96% of seniors took at least one AP exam
🎓 79% earned a score of 3 or higher
⭐ 55% took five or more AP exams
Congratulations!
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📚✨ Monday morning is storytime at Merrydale Elementary.
Each Monday, Principal Casey Wells hosts "Monday Morning Storytime," reading a book that students can follow along with virtually from their classrooms. Principal Wells sometimes invites special guest readers from the district and the community to join in the fun.
Great job, Principal Wells, for fostering a love of reading and connection across the school! 👏📖
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We express our heartfelt gratitude for the dedication and support our remarkable school board members bring to our district. Your commitment is invaluable, and we truly believe that success is in the support you provide. Thank you! #WeAreEBR #DareToBeGreat
Latoya Monroe is a business teacher at Arlington Prep! With three years at Arlington Prep, she loves seeing students engaged in learning programs and building skills that provide a strong foundation for success beyond the classroom. #DareToBeGreat #DareToGoHigher #WeAreEBR
Thi Le is a 2nd-grade teacher at LaSalle Elementary! With five years at LaSalle and 21 years in education overall, including nine years teaching in Vietnam, she believes reading is the foundation for all learning. She loves building personal connections with each student and uses those relationships to support their success in school and in life beyond the classroom. #DareToBeGreat #DareToGoHigher
Learning. Leading. Leveling up.
Our district leaders and principals are digging into the new GROW, ACHIEVE, THRIVE accountability system and mapping out what’s next. 2026—we’re ready to go higher. 💪✨
