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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.
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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.
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(NEW ORLEANS, LA) - Today, the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), in collaboration with The National WWII Museum, honored Louisiana students who have committed to serving in the United States military. The recognition ceremony, held as part of Celebrate Freedom Week and on Constitution Day, took place at the museum’s BB’s Stage Door Canteen and celebrated the commitment of local high school and college students who will soon join the armed forces.
Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley presented each recruit with a challenge coin and a pocket Constitution to commemorate their service. Dr. Brumley emphasized the importance of these symbols, noting that the challenge coin represents the dedication required of those in the military, while the pocket Constitution serves as a reminder of the freedoms they have sworn to protect.
"We are proud to honor these young men and women who have chosen to dedicate their lives to defending the values our country was built on," said Dr. Brumley. "Their service embodies the very principles we teach during Celebrate Freedom Week—understanding freedom, honoring sacrifice, and safeguarding our nation."
The ceremony included remarks from Col. Peter Crean, Vice President of Education and Access at The National WWII Museum, Ken Bradford, Chief of Staff for the LDOE, and Conrad Appel, member of the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. CPT Matt Gimenez of the United States Army also led the recruits in the Oath of Enlistment, marking their formal commitment to military service.
"These young recruits stand at the forefront of a new generation of servicemembers who will uphold the freedoms we cherish," said Dr. Brumley.
The event also featured the presentation of a proclamation from Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, recognizing the importance of Celebrate Freedom Week and the role of education in fostering civic responsibility.
About Celebrate Freedom Week
Observed annually in Louisiana public schools, Celebrate Freedom Week is designed to teach students about topics related to freedom, including the founding principles of the United States, the importance of the Constitution, and the role of those who serve in protecting the nation's freedoms. The event aligns with Constitution Day and Constitution Week and fosters a deeper understanding of civic duties among Louisiana students.