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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.

Kennedy HS whistleblower sues charter group

After the employee went public, investigations at the Gentilly High School uncovered myriad graduation problems and many seniors had to return to complete summer coursework.
by Marta Jewson March 27, 2020 Updated March 27, 2020

New Orleans schools meal service to go to two days per week, will still provide five days worth of food

Meal pickups will only be open Monday and Wednesday beginning next week.
by Marta Jewson March 24, 2020 Updated March 24, 2020

NOLA Public Schools, charters work to feed students, provide internet, amid school closures

District and charter officials say they are screening workers for temperatures before preparing food.
by Marta Jewson March 20, 2020 Updated March 20, 2020

With schools out, Governor waives LEAP, attendance requirements for academic year

Educators say the move takes pressure off of students and teachers alike in an unprecedented time.
by Marta Jewson March 19, 2020 Updated March 19, 2020

NOLA Public Schools buys 5,000 wireless hotspots for students during statewide school closure

With public schools closed for a month, learning has largely shifted online.
by Marta Jewson March 18, 2020 Updated March 18, 2020

Governor agrees to suspend LEAP testing

Schools are closed at least until April. Tests were set to begin at some schools by the end of March.
by Marta Jewson March 17, 2020 Updated March 17, 2020

Schools provide student meals during statewide closure

Eight meal-distribution sites were up and running Monday with several more expected to open throughout the week.
by Marta Jewson March 16, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020

Governor closes public schools statewide amid coronavirus outbreak

Schools will close starting Monday and remain closed until April 13.
by Marta Jewson March 13, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020

OPSB approves emergency declaration in response to coronavirus

Move will allow officials to quickly hire nurses, purchase supplies to prepare for potential closures.
by Marta Jewson March 12, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020

New Orleans school announces temporary closure after possible exposure to coronavirus

Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans to close Thursday and Friday ‘out of an abundance of caution’
by Marta Jewson March 11, 2020 Updated March 16, 2020

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