By Robert Wright A Speech Given at Louisiana Delta Community College – February 29, 2024 On January 20, 2009, one of the greatest voices to ever strike a tune stepped up to the microphone to an audience of thousands along…
Category: Education
Cooper, Shelling say parents complaining about Eureka math system
Eureka Math? If you’ve never heard of it by name, you may know it as the new way of doing math that is so frustrating that many parents can’t help their children at home. School Board members Betty Cooper and…
Black Tie Guys program puts Education into a gaming app
In a groundbreaking initiative that seamlessly merges education and technology, “The Black Tie Guys” youth mentoring program has introduced a captivating app that transforms traditional classroom subjects into an engaging gaming experience. This initiative is revolutionizing the way young minds…
City schools taking applications for Ellis’ job, but she hasn’t resigned
The Monroe City Schools has officially posted the position of principal for Neville Jr. High School, but the current principal has not resigned. According to Monroe School Board sources, the principalship of Neville Jr. High, presently filled by Mrs. Ashley…
Vidrine gets two-year contract approval
In a 5-2 vote, the Monroe City School Board extended the contract of Superintendent Brent Vidrine for two additional years. Voting for the extension were board members: Bill Willson, Jennifer Haneline, Darryl Berry, Sharon… Log in to read the remainder…
Name search for Lee Jr. High may come down to just two
The Monroe City School Board next month will decide on a new name for Robert E. Lee, Jr. High School, although scores of names have been floated in meetings, forums, and petitions, two have risen to the top: Earnest L.…
Excellence Academy to open home school network next week
The Excellence Home School Network will open next week, providing an easy “Point and Click’” online curriculum and teacher assistance for parents ready to take advantage of the benefits of a state-approved home school education from the safety of their…