City’s summer recreation programs dealing with $700,000 cut in federal funding
Pools will be open only in June and July. A plan to cut back on security guards didn’t work out.
Major expansion of Convention Center clears Senate, nears final approval
Bill allows private development, with an eye toward upriver hotel and condos.
Lycee leaders to discuss nine more names for CEO slot
The latest round of names include the interim CEO and two past applicants. The other names came from conversations with search committee members, board member says.
Franklin board tackles budget uncertainty, fundraising and enrollment concerns during retreat
The school this year received $600,000 in contributions, up from $418,000. Most of the increase came from corporate donors.
Sophie B. Wright plans U-Haul move to West Carrollton
The school is set to temporarily relocate for two years while extensive repairs and renovations are made to their Napoleon Avenue campus.
Live blog: Louisiana Senate passes 2014 budget
The budget is now before the House.
Crocker’s board pays tribute to past as charter school closes its doors for good
In December, the state denied the failing school a charter renewal. Leadership has since been transitioning to New Orleans College Prep.
John Mac board changes Tuesday meeting to accomodate advisory board concerns
One of the most pressing issues on the agenda is whether the board plans to drop Walter L. Cohen High School next year.
Fifth-grade test scores could hurt Singleton’s academic standing, principal warns
Eleven Singleton teachers will not return in the fall, principal says.
McDonogh City Park $4.2 million budget predicts slight enrollment dip
The charter school board plans to vote on the final 2013-14 budget at its next regular meeting June 18.
