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The Lafayette Parish School Board is facing internal conflict over an insurance consulting contract, with Board President Hannah Mason raising concerns that the contract may have been awarded through insider connections rather than through a fair, competitive process.
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Vermilion Parish School District has climbed to sixth place in Louisiana's latest LEAP performance rankings, marking one of its highest placements to date. The achievement reflects significant academic growth across the district and continues a trend of steady improvement under Superintendent Tommy Byler's leadership.
Leer másFamilies at Grolee and Northeast elementary schools in Opelousas have received new school assignments as St. Landry Parish moves forward with its school consolidation and closure plan. The transition represents part of ongoing efforts by the parish to reorganize its educational infrastructure. Parents now know where their students will be attending classes as the district implements these changes.
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Lafayette Parish School System is now accepting applications for its 2026-2027 Superintendent's Advisory Panel. Parents of LPSS students and community members are eligible to apply for this opportunity to have input on school system decisions and direction. The advisory panel provides a way for stakeholders to directly engage with school leadership on matters affecting the district.
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Acadiana school districts have demonstrated consistent improvement in Louisiana Educational Assessment Program (LEAP) scores for 2026 compared to 2025. Nearly every district in the region showed gains in the standardized test results released Monday, indicating positive progress in student academic performance across local schools.
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Louisiana's students have achieved the highest overall Mastery+ rate in the state's education history, according to an announcement from the Louisiana Department of Education. This milestone represents significant academic progress across Louisiana's education system. The achievement reflects improved student performance on the state's LEAP standardized testing assessment.
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Lafayette Parish School System reported strong performance on 2025-26 LEAP assessments, with 43% of students achieving Mastery or above. The district saw growth across Science, Social Studies, and Math across all grade levels, marking what administrators called a 'significant' achievement in student performance.
Leer másLouisiana's Department of Education has released LEAP (Louisiana Educational Assessment Program) scores for the 2025-26 school year. The state has provided searchable links allowing parents and community members to look up results for their specific schools and districts.
Leer másA new Opelousas Elementary School has been announced and will open at the former Opelousas Jr. High School campus on South Market Street. The school will serve students from Grolee, Northeast, and Park Vista areas. This expansion is part of efforts by Creswell Middle School to accommodate the student population in the district.
Leer másThe St. Landry Parish School Board voted to close six schools, including Krotz Springs Elementary, in an effort to address an $18 million budget deficit. The decision came during an emotionally charged Wednesday night meeting. The school closures represent a significant cost-cutting measure for the parish's education system.
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The St. Landry Parish School Board has voted to close seven schools ahead of the new academic year, a decision made during an emotional meeting that will significantly impact students and faculty throughout the parish. The closures are part of broader budget decisions being made by the school district. The announcement comes just weeks before students are set to return to school for the new academic year.
Leer másA judge has issued a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) to halt the closure of Krotz Springs Elementary School. A hearing is scheduled for July 10 to determine whether a permanent injunction will be granted to keep the school open.
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St. Mary Correctional Center in Centerville has become the first facility in Louisiana to offer the SafeLand Basic Orientation 7.0 training program, a nationally recognized workforce development course for the oil and gas industry. Fifteen incarcerated individuals have completed the program, preparing them for careers in the energy sector upon release.
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A temporary restraining order has been issued to prevent the closure of Krotz Springs Elementary School in St. Landry Parish while legal proceedings continue. The St. Landry School Board has appealed the order, and the fate of the school will be addressed at a board meeting scheduled for tonight at 5 p.m. The decision will impact not only Krotz Springs Elementary but potentially other schools in the parish as well.
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Krotz Springs residents are petitioning to prevent the closure of Krotz Springs Elementary School, a nearly 110-year-old institution in St. Landry Parish. The St. Landry Parish School Board is scheduled to vote on Monday on a proposal that could result in the closure of this school and potentially others across the parish. Community members are actively mobilizing to keep the school open.
Leer másThe St. Landry School Board has scheduled a meeting to make final decisions regarding the closure of several parish schools. Board members have been discussing their options and will now move forward with determining which schools will be closed.
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Lafayette's new Northeast Regional Library project advanced this week with the unveiling of conceptual designs at a Lafayette Public Library System Board meeting. City leaders are positioning the facility as more than a traditional library, framing it as an investment in education and creativity for the community. The new library represents a significant step forward in expanding library services to the northeast area of Lafayette.
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Governor Jeff Landry's plan to fund teacher pay stipends by reducing public school operations funding has cleared a legal hurdle after a Baton Rouge judge dismissed a lawsuit that was blocking the initiative. The ruling allows the state to move forward with distributing another round of teacher stipends this year. The decision reverses a previous court order that had halted the plan from proceeding.
Leer másThe University of Louisiana is facing a projected $26 million deficit for fiscal year 2027, with expenses estimated at $323 million against anticipated revenues of $297 million, including a $9 million state appropriation. The university will need to address this significant budget shortfall in the coming year. This financial challenge comes as UL continues serving students across the Acadiana region.
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Acadiana voters overwhelmingly approved all school funding measures on the June 27 ballot. The comprehensive support reflects community commitment to education funding in the region. All local school funding initiatives passed with strong voter backing.
Leer másThe National EMS Academy's Lafayette campus is offering discounted tuition for an upcoming 12-week hybrid EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) course. This hybrid format combines online learning with in-person instruction, making it more accessible for local students interested in emergency medical services careers. The reduced tuition pricing makes the certification program more affordable for Acadiana residents.
Leer másLafayette Parish held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Paul Breaux K-8 School in north Lafayette. The nearly $50 million project is expected to provide modern educational facilities and expanded opportunities for students in the area. The new campus is scheduled to open in 2028.
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The Louisiana Legislature has approved Governor Landry's order to redirect $168 million from the state's education funding formula to provide stipends for teachers and support staff across Louisiana. This action allows the state to compensate educators directly through the reallocation of existing education funds. The move represents a significant shift in how Louisiana is distributing its education budget priorities.
Leer másThe St. Landry School Board has advanced its downsizing plan while deciding to keep Grand Prairie Elementary open for one more year. The board will move forward with the plan, which is scheduled for a full board vote during a special meeting next week. This decision affects school operations and consolidation efforts in the St. Landry Parish education system.
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