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 […]
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System officially launched the 2026-27 school year with a convocation on Aug. 4 at Southern University. The event brought together all employees for a morning of celebration, inspiration and renewed purpose as they prepared to welcome students back to school. This year’s theme, “No
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System proudly celebrates Scotlandville Magnet High School being honored at the recent National Academy Foundation NEXT 2026 Conference on July 6-9 in Washington, D.C. Leading the school’s accomplishments was the Academy of Engineering, which received the prestigious NAF Distinguished Academy Award for the 12th
Feel the Roar! The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is excited to announce its “Roar Into EBR” Pre-K Enrollment Event from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11, at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. The event gives families the opportunity to complete their child’s pre-K enrollment while enjoying a
East Baton Rouge Parish School System students continue to build academic momentum, posting the district’s strongest post-pandemic LEAP assessment results while demonstrating growth that outpaced statewide results in several key areas. Overall, EBR Schools improved student performance across every tested content area and improved or maintained results in 27 of
Baton Rouge Magnet High School student Niles Haymer II said he had an idea that his speech, titled “What Leadership
A new chapter in family service began on Aug. 11. EBR Schools officially celebrated the opening of a new Welcome
Teachers at Shenandoah Elementary got a Subaru surprise to start the school year on Aug. 5. Baton Rouge car dealership
💗 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.
