The latest happenings in EBR Schools.
With cheering sections full of family, friends and school leaders encouraging them, some of EBR Schools’ very best were celebrated at the 2025–26 Student of the Year ceremony on Nov. […]
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
Entering high school can feel like walking into a whole new universe. With new peers, a new environment, longer classes and more responsibilities, everything at once can be overwhelming. But don’t worry! This guide is here to help you. Some Things to Expect: Getting Lost on Campus: High school campuses
EBR Schools is excited to announce a Districtwide Enrollment Day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 4, at all school sites across the district. Each campus will open its doors to welcome families for in-person enrollment at their assigned or zoned school, providing direct access to essential
Twenty-one Baton Rouge Magnet High School students were recently announced as semifinalists in the prestigious 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.
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
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is proud to announce the launch of Band Together EBR, a fundraising
Northdale Academy welcomed more than 400 students from across the district on Thursday for a hands-on agriculture and STEM showcase filled with leadership, creativity, and real-world learning. From live animal encounters and hydroponics to drone technology, arts and agriculture, nutrition demos, and Northdale’s impressive student-led FFA and academic booths — every station highlighted the strength and innovation happening on their campus.
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Thankful for every single one of you! Have a wonderful week! 🦃
Brownfields Elementary fifth-graders stepped into the world of business at Junior Achievement’s BizTown at the Jewel J Newman Community Center on Wednesday. From managing storefronts to spending their hard-earned “money,” students got a hands-on look at financial literacy, teamwork, and real-world responsibility. Proud of these young leaders!
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Excellence isn’t an accident — it’s EBR. Congrats to our A-rated schools! 📘🏆#weareebr #successisinthesupport #daretobegreat
🎖️👏 Salute to Cadet Lt. Kennedy Nguyen of Liberty Magnet High, who led the Pledge of Allegiance to open Thursday`s School Board meeting. Kennedy was accompanied by instructor Col. Jona Hughes (retired). Kennedy is in his fourth year in the JROTC Cyber Program. The senior serves on the battalion staff as a public affairs officer, developed the JROTC website, and is a member of the Raider team, rifle team and leadership academic board. Kennedy was one of the four cadets from Patriot Battalion to compete last year in the National Junior Leadership Board in Washington, D.C. At Liberty, Kennedy is also a member of the Beta Club, the National STEM Society and the Health Occupations Students of America Club. With a 4.56 GPA, six AP classes and a class rank of fourth, Kennedy plans to attend LSU and major in biological science.
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🧡🐅Belaire High School brought the spirit on Thursday as students and staff came together for a pep rally to send the Bengals football team into Friday’s second round of the state playoffs. The Bengals (6–5) hit the road to Shreveport to take on Loyola Prep (9–1) at 7 p.m. Friday. Last week’s win over Patrick Taylor marked Belaire’s first playoff victory since 2003.
Good luck, Bengals — EBR Schools is behind you all the way! 💪🏽🏈
With cheering sections full of family, friends, and school leaders loudly encouraging them on, some of EBR Schools’ very best were celebrated at the 2025–26 Student of the Year ceremony on Wednesday at McKinley Middle Academic Magnet.
🏆 District Winners
• Elementary: Bryan Gosa, The Dufrocq School
• Middle: Olivia Peng, Glasgow
• High: Lucy Thomas, Baton Rouge Magnet
🏆 Charter Winners
• Elementary: Jace Williams, Inspire Charter Academy
• Middle: Avery Harrell. Helix Mentorship & Maritime Academy
Students from every school across the district were honored for their exceptional talent and accomplishments. John Pastorek, of WBRZ, served as master of ceremonies and presenter.
The ceremony also featured a dazzling performance by The Famous Singing Pirates of Park Forest Middle Creative Sciences and Arts Magnet, who delivered the national anthem and Duke Ellington’s “It Don’t Mean a Thing.”
🎉 Congratulations to all of our Students of the Year! 🎉
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