Hynes eyes possible management of a second school; new playgrounds OK’d
Abundant applications for admission will require a lottery, set to begin Feb. 20.
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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.
Bricolage kindergartners score well in midyear reading and math tests
The board discussed and approved a CEO compensation policy.
Patrick Dobard talks education at ‘Breakfast with the Newsmakers’ (video)
The Lens' Jessica Williams will interview him on Feb. 13.
Lycee plan grapples with fundraising and envisions grades through high school
French fluency requirement seen as hindrance to more diverse enrollment and access to grants for underserved youth.
Harney Spirit of Excellence Academy strives for a C; charter renewal at stake, CEO says
Transportation costs near $3,000 as school band prepares for Carnival debut in six parades.
Interim head granted raise as IHS directors continue search for Amato’s replacement
Staff commended on how they handled twin bomb threats in mid-January; building cleared, student later arrested.
Choice Foundation changes how grades are averaged to better reflect Common Core
Electives such as physical education, art and music are now worth a third of a course credit, not a full credit.
Department of Education shrugs off Friends of King’s open-meetings violation
The school didn't notify the public before a retreat that included seven of its nine board members.
Broadmoor Charter Schools Board releases meeting agenda
Tonight's BCSB meeting begins at 6:30pm.
Einstein postpones board meeting to Feb. 11
Next Einstein board meeting: Feb. 11
