Providing All Louisiana Students with Opportunities to Learn

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About the Louisiana Department of Education

The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) provides guidance and support to all publicly funded early childhood centers and elementary and secondary schools in Louisiana. Specifically, the department provides tools and resources to schools and school systems to support classroom instruction, assessments, workforce development and college and career preparation. Additionally, the department provides families and the public with transparent reporting of center, school, and school system performance and quality through the Louisiana School Finder.

To stay connected with the LDOE and receive updates on our work and our resources, visit our newsroom and our newsletter subscriptions page.

Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE)

The LDOE is the administrative arm of the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE). BESE was established by the 1974 Louisiana Constitution. The Board is composed of 11 members: eight elected by the citizens of Louisiana’s eight BESE districts, and three appointed by the governor of Louisiana to represent the state at-large. Together, these members adopt and enact policies governing the elementary and secondary schools of Louisiana.

Louisiana's Education Priorities

Louisiana's education priorities maintain a clear focus on what matters most for academic achievement.

  • Early childhood leading to kindergarten readiness
  • Literacy instruction aligned to the Science of Reading
  • Math instruction from foundational to advanced skills
  • Opportunities ensuring a meaningful high school experience
  • An effective teacher for every student
  • Expand educational choice for students and families

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Louisiana State Superintendent

Dr. Cade Brumley

Dr. Brumley is a Louisiana native who has dedicated his career to serving children, parents, and educators.

Meet Dr. Brumley

Back to the Basics

Louisiana's Education Priorities

From being ready to learn on the first day of kindergarten to thriving in a career, college

Learn about our priorities

Employment Opportunities

Careers at LDOE

Join the Louisiana Department of Education as we strive for excellence.

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Policy Guidance

State Advisory Groups

The LDOE facilitates over a dozen councils, committees, task forces, and other groups.

Learn more about our education groups

News

TWO LOUISIANA STUDENTS EARN SPOTS IN NATIONAL RONALD REAGAN ORATORY COMPETITION DURING CELEBRATE FREEDOM WEEK EVENT

September 16, 2025
Lafayette High’s Lincoln Trumps and West Feliciana Middle’s Olivia Norris won first place for their grade level in a special Louisiana division of the Ronald Reagan Oratory Competition, earning a trip to nationals.

LOUISIANA SCHOOLS RECOGNIZE CELEBRATE FREEDOM WEEK 2025 SEPTEMBER 15-19

September 11, 2025
Held annually in September to coincide with Constitution Day and Constitution Week, Celebrate Freedom Week is a statewide observance that promotes civic understanding and constitutional literacy among Louisiana students.

LOUISIANA PARTNERS WITH REAGAN FOUNDATION & CITY OF COVINGTON TO HOST STUDENT CELEBRATION AT WORLD’S LARGEST REAGAN STATUE

September 09, 2025
The event is part of Louisiana’s annual Celebrate Freedom Week and will culminate with two Louisiana students earning a trip to compete in the Ronald Reagan Oratory Competition finals at the Reagan Presidential Library in California.