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Explore the most recent developments shaping education in Louisiana. From policy updates to success stories, stay up to date with what's happening across our state.
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LARGEST TEACHER LEADER SUMMIT EVER OPENS WITH LIVE ANNOUNCEMENT OF TEACHER & PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR FINALISTS
May 28, 2024Record 7,000+ educators become students this week in New Orleans for three days of professional learning in preparation for next school year
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GOVERNOR LANDRY JOINS STATE SUPERINTENDENT TO UNVEIL RECOMMENDATIONS TO SUPPORT TEACHERS
May 22, 2024Let Teachers Teach recommendations center on reducing excessive trainings and paperwork, restoring the art of teaching, and removing classroom distractions
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LOUISIANA PRE-K-12 EDUCATION IMPROVES IN NATIONAL RANKINGS
May 13, 2024Move to 40th marks state’s highest ranking in U.S. News & World Report
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Louisiana Students of the Year Awards Ceremony Canceled
April 9, 2024All buildings in the City-Parish of Baton Rouge have been closed April 10 due to the potential of severe weather.
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DEPARTMENT SEEKS APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM SPONSORS
December 11, 2023The Louisiana Department of Education's Division of Nutrition Support is now accepting applications from eligible agencies and organizations to serve as sponsors and program sites for the 2024 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP), which provides healthy meals to children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, during the summer months when school is not in session.