$5G donation from federated unions prompts debate by Singleton Charter directors
Members ask whether all grant applications should be reviewed by the board before they are sent out.
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Schools
Reporting on education in New Orleans and across Louisiana. This category explores how policies, leadership, and community voices shape the experiences of students, teachers, and families—covering everything from classroom challenges to school reforms and success stories.
Voteless Lycee board meeting learns of Fete results and plans for expanding kindergarten
Attorney General has been asked for an opinion on whether job applications must be made public.
Success Prep eyes tech needs and new school sign as possible uses of windfall
Elevator repair costs rise, but no students currently require its use between floors. Better school soundproofing planned.
McDonogh City Park narrows search for new management to two candidates
Cash infusion from RSD helps swing CLA budget outlook from red to black
An adjustment in the RSD's per-pupil expulsion funding made a big difference, according to Crescent Leadership's CFO.
OPSB budgeting error makes for $3 million FirstLine Schools revenue windfall
Financial breathing room allows for delay in sale of Katrina-devastated New Orleans Charter School site.
Decision imminent on new management team for McDonogh City Park Academy
School's board of directors votes to stay with state pension plan for teachers.
Plessy school leader talks up hiring Playworks to provide exercise, conflict resolution
A new policy for public comment requires filling out a card and presenting it to the board at the start of the meeting.
Harney board approves contracts to enhance ESL and Common Core instruction
Newly enrolled student brings to 13 the number of Harney pupils for whom English is not their native language.
Absent a quorum, Crescent City Schools board discusses ongoing need for donations
With or without Common Core standards, the school needs to upgrade computers and associated technology.
