Category: School News

  • LSBA criticizes LA GATOR Scholarship Program for lack of accountability and standards

    LSBA criticizes LA GATOR Scholarship Program for lack of accountability and standards

    The Louisiana School Boards Association (LSBA) has raised concerns over the proposed LA GATOR Scholarship Program, created in HB 745, citing potential issues with accountability, standards, and special education services. The program, which aims to establish universal education savings accounts (ESAs), has drawn criticism from LSBA for its lack of accountability compared to public schools.…

  • Webster Parish schools hosting fun day for students with special needs

    Webster Parish schools hosting fun day for students with special needs

    The Webster Parish Adapted Physical Education and Physical Therapy staff, in collaboration with the Special Education Department, is organizing a fun day for students with special needs. This second annual event aims to create opportunities for these students to interact with their peers while engaging in cooperative games alongside others with similar disabilities. The event,…

  • Minden High School Carpentry Students Showcase Skills with Hands-On Projects

    Minden High School Carpentry Students Showcase Skills with Hands-On Projects

    Minden High School’s carpentry program is proving to be more than just a class – it’s a gateway to practical skills and creative expression. Under the guidance of instructor Mr. Douglas Blow, students are given hands-on opportunities to bring their woodworking visions to life. From crafting intricate furniture pieces to constructing practical structures, the carpentry…

  • Pre-school registration event for 2024-2025 academic year to be held in Minden

    Pre-school registration event for 2024-2025 academic year to be held in Minden

    Webster Ready Start is hosting a school registration event for the 2024-2025 academic year on Friday, March 22, from 9 AM to 2 PM at the Minden Recreation Center, located at 1000 Recreation Drive. This event is open to families with children entering Head Start (18 months to 4 years old), Early Learning Centers (birth…

  • Exploring the Buzz: J. L. Jones Elementary Students Dive into Pollination Studies

    Exploring the Buzz: J. L. Jones Elementary Students Dive into Pollination Studies

    At J. L. Jones Elementary, students in Mrs. Lewis and Huddleston’s classes delved deep into the world of pollinators during their engaging presentation titled “It’s Pollination Time.” Through a combination of student-created slides, intricate drawings, and insightful research posters, these young minds showcased their understanding of the vital role played by bees, butterflies, ladybugs, and…

  • Webster Parish School Board approves land exchange and teacher pay stipend distribution

    Webster Parish School Board approves land exchange and teacher pay stipend distribution

    The Webster Parish School Board convened a special called meeting on March 18, discussing a proposed land exchange with the City of Minden and the distribution of the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) differentiated teacher pay stipend. All board members were present. Paul Kitchens of Kitchens Law Firm presented details of the proposed land exchange,…

  • WJHS 7th graders visit Baton Rouge

    WJHS 7th graders visit Baton Rouge

    Webster Junior High School’s 7th-grade students embarked on an enriching educational journey to Baton Rouge, delving into Louisiana’s rich history and heritage at the Louisiana State Capitol and the Houmas House Estate and Gardens. During their visit to the Louisiana State Capitol, students were granted a special opportunity to explore the inner workings of the…

  • Ron Anderson applauds Project Reclaim Youth Aides

    Ron Anderson applauds Project Reclaim Youth Aides

    Ron Anderson, executive director of Project Reclaim, recently praised the efforts of several young ladies serving as Youth Aides in the Project Reclaim after-school program. Among those recognized were Ms. Fuller, Ms. Harrison, Ms. West, and Ms. Bennett. Anderson expressed his admiration, stating, “Congratulations to our Youth Aides in the Project Reclaim after-school program. Please…

  • BPCC AWARDED $400,000 GRANT FOR LOGISTICS, CDL PROGRAMS

    BPCC AWARDED $400,000 GRANT FOR LOGISTICS, CDL PROGRAMS

    Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) has been awarded a substantial grant from the Workforce Training Rapid Response Fund to enhance its Logistics and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) programs. The $400,000 grant will significantly bolster BPCC’s ability to prepare students for in-demand careers in the logistics industry. The Workforce Training Rapid Response Fund, established to address…

  • LSUS’s LaPIXEL Academy offers teens chance to create video game

    LSUS’s LaPIXEL Academy offers teens chance to create video game

    SHREVEPORT — Are you worried that your teenager is going to spend their entire summer playing their favorite video game console or computer game? Sign them up for the LaPIXEL Academy at LSUS, and they’ll use their gaming interest to develop creative and strategic skills in designing their own video game. The camp, which runs…