Ernest E. Garrett III to Guide Louisiana’s Special Schools, Programs Starting Sept.3 Baton Rouge, La. — Following a national search, State Superintendent of Education John White announced Ernest E. Garrett III will serve as the new Superintendent of the Louisiana…
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Grambling State appoints Interim Engineering Technology Department Leadership
Faculty and Band Leader, Dr. Edwin Thomas to lead growing Technology program Grambling, LA – Grambling State University announced that Dr. Edwin Thomas will now lead the University’s Engineering Technology program which recently received new support from Governor Edwards and…
Louisiana launches six additional pilot programs to increase Early Childhood Education access, improve quality
Baton Rouge, La. — The Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) recently approved six additional communities to pilot local strategies to increase access to and improve the quality of publicly-funded early childhood care and education. The action follows…
The Dehumanization of The Hebrew (The so-called African American)
We came to these shores in August 1619, to Jamestown Virginia, captured and bound. We began this new way of life by being shackled and chained to the bottom of ships, simmering in our own waste, our babies being born…
McDonald’s offers free cup of coffee to parents for Back to School Parent Encouragement Day
Monroe, Louisiana – The start of the school year isn’t just exciting for students. It’s also an emotional and sometimes stressful day for parents as well. That’s why McDonald’s restaurants in Monroe and across Northern Louisiana will offer parents a…
Put your child’s annual checkup on the Back-to-School checklist
In light of measles outbreak, it’s important to be up to date on immunizations Baton Rouge, La. – Louisiana students will be heading back to school soon, and it’s the perfect time to schedule an annual wellness visit for your…
Ouachita Parish 4-H hosts Awards Day
More than 200 local 4-Hers and 4-H Volunteers were recognized for their accomplishments during the 2018-19 school year at 4-H Awards Day in May at Kiroli Park. This annual celebration featured a series of hands-on educational demonstrations, activities, contests, and…