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EBR school board refuses to vote on staggered start times, asks superintendent for new plan Play Video
August 24, 2023 5:59 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish Public School System unveiled its proposed staggered start times for all schools in the district, but the motion was substituted for a new plan. Under the original proposal, start times would be at 7 a.m., 8 a.m., and 9 a.m., and... more » -
As students return, EBR schools to focus on masking, testing amid Omicron wave Play Video
January 3, 2022 11:15 PM
BATON ROUGE - As COVID-19 infections continue to multiply across the state, largely due to the Omicron variant, the East Baton Rouge Public School System is leaning on mitigation measures installed during previous waves. Students return to classrooms Tuesday, where masks will remain mandatory. Last week , school leaders... more » -
EBR Schools responds to widely viewed TikTok video encouraging school violence
December 17, 2021 9:51 AM
BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish school officials on Friday addressed a concerning TikTok video circulating on social media. According to a 7:30 a.m. post on EBR Schools' official Facebook page , the video has been, "circulating on social media platforms across the country encouraging violence in schools... more » -
EBR Schools' Meal Service Program to include two additional locations
September 2, 2021 7:26 AM
BATON ROUGE - Since Hurricane Ida hit Baton Rouge on Sunday, the storm's impact on the region has been felt in nearly every aspect of daily life. But the local school system is pivoting with the changes and taking measures to see that student's nutritional needs are met during... more » -
Three different families sue EBR school system, claiming district turned blind eye to bullying Play Video
July 26, 2021 6:35 PM
BATON ROUGE - Three different families are suing the East Baton Rouge Parish School System, alleging the school district received complaints of relentless bullying but did nothing. Two students were beaten on camera, a third took his own life. Traeh Thyssen killed himself in 2019 after his family... more » -
EBR Schools invites public to participate in two June town hall meetings
June 11, 2021 10:26 AM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is inviting the public to two town hall-style meetings in June. According to a post on its Facebook page , EBR Schools is hosting the meeting in hopes of obtaining feedback from community members, families, and stakeholders during a... more » -
EBR School Board approves revised academic calendar Play Video
April 22, 2021 10:21 AM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge School Board approved a new plan for the 2021-2022 academic calendar after a proposal to begin classes in July was met with heavy pushback from teachers. The plan presented by Superintendent Dr. Sito Narcisse will bring teachers back Aug. 2 and students... more » -
EBR School Board to vote on 'Smart Start' plan next Thursday Play Video
April 15, 2021 9:42 AM
BATON ROUGE - Following an hours-long discussion, the EBR Schools Committee voted 6-2 to advance a proposed school-year calendar. During the meeting, 100 teachers and parents gathered in protest, adamantly against the proposed calendar. The outspoken group highlighted the yet-to-be-resolved rift between officials with East Baton Rouge Parish's school... more » -
EBR School System to host virtual teacher job fair Thursday evening Play Video
April 15, 2021 5:50 AM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School System is hosting a virtual teacher job fair, Thursday. Those interested in participating are encouraged to begin registering immediately. Officials explained their reason for creating the job fair in a news release, stating, "COVID-19 presented unique challenges to the... more » -
EBR announces return to campuses, earlier start date for fall 2021 Play Video
March 31, 2021 9:52 AM
BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish Schools announced Wednesday (March 31) that its newly appointed Superintendent is aiming to bring staff and students back to campuses ahead of schedule for the 2021-2022 school year. In a news release, the school system said that Superintendent Sito Narcisse is hoping... more » -
Community input sought in naming of new EBR Parish elementary school Play Video
March 25, 2021 9:29 AM
BATON ROUGE - In the last twelve months, increased emphasis has been placed on the social relevance of names that have been assigned to major companies, brands, sports teams, and educational institutions. In June of 2020, for example, a Baton Rouge-based high school called, "Lee High," in honor of... more » -
EBR Schools aims to address concerns of parents, community with new survey Play Video
March 10, 2021 6:00 AM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish Schools community has weathered an ever-shifting 12-months due to the novel coronavirus health crisis. But EBRP Schools' recently appointed superintendent, Dr. Sito Narcisse, is proving that he's up for the new leadership role by taking swift action to ensure that concerns... more » -
New superintendent aims to advance EBR Schools with effective communication, collaboration Play Video
February 3, 2021 10:37 AM
BATON ROUGE - Due to the battle against novel coronavirus, educators and students in East Baton Rouge Parish have been through a tumultuous period in the district's educational history. Newly appointed EBR Schools Superintendent, Dr. Sito Narcisse is taking this into consideration as he embarks on his new role... more » -
The Dufrocq School returns to in-person classes Monday
February 1, 2021 6:03 AM
BATON ROUGE - As capital area schools continue to navigate the pandemic, the East Baton Rouge Parish School System continues to announce a series of related closures and reopenings. The Dufrocq School, which temporarily shuttered in-person closes and transitioned to virtual learning on Jan. 20, is returning to in-person... more » -
Knock Knock Museum, others bring diverse book collection into EBR schools Play Video
January 28, 2021 9:55 AM
BATON ROUGE - On Wednesday, January 27, the East Baton Rouge Parish School System made history by becoming the first and only public school system in the country to have The Conscious Kid children’s book collection in every single public elementary school in the district. This unique collection of... more » -
EBR school system begins in-person interviews with final three superintendent candidates Play Video
January 6, 2021 7:25 AM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is already making significant progress in efforts to select a new superintendent for the Parish's school system. By the close of 2020, the Board had whittled its list of candidates for the position down to three finalists. It will... more » -
EBR School Board to meet Thursday, discuss search for new superintendent Play Video
December 3, 2020 6:55 AM
BATON ROUGE - Members of the East Baton Rouge School Board will meet Thursday, Dec. 3 to discuss its search for the parish's next superintendent. For the moment, Adam Smith serves as interim superintendent, a role he's expected to occupy until mid-January of 2021, should EBR Schools stick to... more » -
EBR students return to full-time, in-person classes Play Video
October 19, 2020 6:25 AM
BATON ROUGE - On Monday morning, the last batch of East Baton Rouge Parish students who've grown used to spending school days in front of a laptop will return to in-person classes five days a week. School officials are prepared for the return of 6-12 graders to campuses across... more » -
EBR school board selects interim superintendent Play Video
October 15, 2020 11:01 AM
BATON ROUGE - Following the unexpected departure of East Baton Rouge Schools Superintendent Leslie Brown, the school system is now responsible for finding the right candidate to take on her responsibilities. During the board's meeting Thursday night, members discussed potential solutions to replacing Leslie Brown, who recently stepped down... more » -
EBR superintendent discusses student's return to campus amid Tropical Storm Sally's approach Play Video
September 14, 2020 10:02 AM
BATON ROUGE - While Baton Rouge is on-alert and preparing for possible damage from Tropical Storm Sally, some of its youngest locals are taking on their first day of in-person classes under a hybrid learning model. On Monday, East Baton Rouge Public schools are opened to students in Pre... more » -
EBR Schools prepared and optimistic as students log-in to first week of virtual classrooms Play Video
August 10, 2020 11:09 AM
BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish students are logging in to their on-line classes for the first week of school, Monday, August 10. But the use of eLearning virtual software may be a bit of a challenge to some students, and to their parents. WBRZ's Nadeen Abusada... more » -
Leslie Brown chosen as next superintendent of EBR schools after marathon board meeting Play Video
June 15, 2020 6:59 AM
BATON ROUGE - Leslie Brown has been selected to fill the role of East Baton Rouge Parish superintendent of schools after a six-hour-long school board meeting Thursday night. View this post on Instagram Leslie Brown... more » -
EBR Superintendent stresses "school system boundaries remain the same" Play Video
October 16, 2019 10:38 PM
BATON ROUGE – The East Baton Rouge Parish School System put out a clear message Wednesday night; all students will remain in the schools that they are currently in. Parents in the boundary of the new City of Saint George are worried their children will have to change schools. Superintendent... more » -
Broadmoor High School will reopen Friday after closing Thursday
December 13, 2018 5:34 AM
BATON ROUGE - Broadmoor High School will reopen Friday after it was closed Thursday because of a water leak that required the campus lose its water services. The closure was decided "out of an abundance of caution." Officials did not say when the leak was discovered or if... more » -
EBR school officials considering school bus tracking technology Play Video
May 18, 2017 7:19 PM
BATON ROUGE – Parents may soon be able to track their child's school bus in East Baton Rouge Parish. School officials are looking into equipping school buses with tracking technology. About 35,000 students ride the bus every day and officials are trying to find ways to help answer... more » -
EBR students to return on Wednesday; some schools relocate
August 18, 2016 6:21 PM
BATON ROUGE – East Baton Rouge Parish superintendent and school officials gave an update on the status of multiple schools in the area on Thursday afternoon following the recent flooding. Superintendent Warren Drake announced that East Baton Rouge parish students were to report to school on Wednesday, Aug. 24... more » -
EBR Substitute Teacher fired for pulling student's hair at school Play Video
April 25, 2016 5:37 PM
BATON ROUGE - A substitute teacher in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System has been fired over allegations she pulled a child's hair after a confrontation while she was at work. The incident occurred last Thursday at Westdale Middle School. According to the girl's mom, Shonta Edwards,... more » -
Broadmoor elementary to be torn down and rebuilt earlier then expected
February 18, 2016 11:50 PM
BATON ROUGE - Broadmoor Elementary School will get a face lift a little sooner than expected. The school is one of four included in a tax plan, set to demolish and rebuild older buildings. Baton Rouge Magnet High School, Lee High School and Park Elementary are the other three on... more » -
Applicants solicited for open school board seat Play Video
November 2, 2015 6:56 PM
BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will appoint someone to serve as an interim board member until there is an election early next year. The board made discussed the procedure at its meeting Monday night since Tarvald Smith resigned. Smith was elected to serve as... more »