Category: School News
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BPCC student-athletes earn 2023-2024 All-Academic Team honors
The Athletics Department at Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is proud to announce that 32 of its student-athletes have been named to the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) All-Academic Teams for the 2023-2024 academic year. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional academic achievements of student-athletes who excel both on the field and in the…
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16th Annual Pack the Bus a big success
The Webster Parish School Board held its 16th Annual Pack the Bus supply drive on July 26 in Minden and July 27 in Springhill. The donations gathered play a crucial role in helping students start the upcoming school year with the necessary supplies. “Pack the Bus was a success again this year. Close to $1,000…
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NLTCC joins Complete College America initiative to boost student success
By Kelsey Meshell | NLTCC Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College (NLTCC) is proud to announce its selection to participate in the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation’s Intermediaries for Scale Initiative (IfS), led by Complete College America (CCA). The project, led by CCA, is called the “Complete College Accelerator.” This five-year initiative will engage NLTCC in…
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WPSB expands free meal program for 2024-2025
The Webster Parish School Board has announced an amendment to its meal service policy under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs for the 2024-2025 school year. All students at the following schools will receive lunch and breakfast at no charge: For more information, contact Candiss Shepherd, School Food Service Coordinator, Child Nutrition Department,…
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WPSB to host 16th Annual Back to School Bash
The Webster Parish School Board will host its 16th Annual Supply Drive Back to School Bash on Sunday, August 4, from 3 PM. to 6 PM. In Minden, the event will take place at Webster Jr. High School, while in Springhill, it will be held at the CAC Building. The Bash will feature supplies, clothes,…
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Webster Parish School Board mourns passing of Assistant Superintendent Kevin Washington
The Webster Parish School Board and Webster Parish community are grieving the loss of Assistant Superintendent Kevin Washington, who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 23, following a brief illness. Superintendent Johnny Rowland shared his heartfelt reflections on Washington’s impact and legacy. “Mr. Kevin Washington, Assistant Superintendent of the Webster Parish School Board, passed away…
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Statement from BESE president regarding 2024 LEAP testing results
On July 24, 2024, the Louisiana Department of Education released LEAP results for the 2023-24 school year. Louisiana students maintained recent gains made on the state assessment that measures proficiency in core academic subjects. The testing data shows that the English/language arts (ELA) mastery rate for students in grades 3-8 improved by one point and…
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NLTCC celebrates High School Jumpstart CNA graduates
By Kelsey Meshell | NLTCC NLTCC is excited to announce the graduation of 40 High School Jumpstart students this summer. Students from Arcadia, Homer, Haynesville, Ringgold, Summerfield, and Saline graduated with their Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications. During the program, students learned important skills in patient care, such as taking vital signs, assisting with daily…
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Message to Webster Parish livestock supporters
Dear Webster Parish Livestock Supporters, Thank you for the continued support through the years of supporting Webster Parish 4-H and the Webster Parish Livestock Programs, especially the livestock sale. We at the Webster Parish Extension office could not have the wonderful programs without the continued support of our communities. Once again thank you. We had…
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BPCC named Best Local College in 318 Forum best of contest
Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) has been named the Best Local College in the 318 Forum Best of Contest. This accolade is a testament to BPCC’s unwavering commitment to providing quality education, fostering student success, and engaging with the local community. BPCC has been a cornerstone of higher education in the region, offering a wide…