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Deputies investigating claims teacher gave birth to student's child Play Video
September 28, 2023 1:47 PM
HAMMOND - Investigators are examining claims that a female teacher at a Tangipahoa Parish school was involved in a sexual relationship with a student, resulting in a pregnancy and the recent birth of a child. The sheriff's office on Thursday responded to inquiries this week from WBRZ News 2... more » -
EBR schools proposing staggered start times amid ongoing transportation dispute
August 24, 2023 1:22 PM
BATON ROUGE - School leaders in East Baton Rouge are expected to vote on a reworked schedule Thursday night as the district contends with an ongoing dispute with its dissatisfied bus drivers . Superintendent Sito Narcisse teased the proposal during an interview with WBRZ on Thursday morning but kept... more » -
EBR resumes classes Tuesday, will keep altered dismissal schedule through Labor Day Play Video
August 21, 2023 1:12 PM
BATON ROUGE - Students will return to schools in East Baton Rouge on Tuesday after missing two days in a row due because of a pay dispute between the school system and its bus drivers. School leaders met with the disgruntled bus drivers Monday after more than half of... more » -
Bus driver sickout delays classes in EBR, prompts early dismissal for many schools Play Video
August 18, 2023 7:53 AM
BATON ROUGE - Schools in East Baton Rouge were delayed for hours Friday after more than half of the district's bus drivers didn't show up for work. Tiara Battieste is a parent of an EBR student who says on Friday she was blindsided when her child's bus never showed... more » -
Narcisse advances in Broward County Schools superintendent search Play Video
May 30, 2023 10:55 AM
FORT LAUDERDALE - East Baton Rouge Schools Superintendent Dr. Sito Narcisse moved one step closer to securing a new position leading the nation's sixth-largest school district, as he was named a finalist Tuesday morning for the superintendent's post in Broward County, Florida. The school board there voted to advance... more » -
Driver ticketed after crashing into school bus; no children hurt
May 16, 2022 7:44 AM
CENTRAL - A driver was ticketed for reckless operation after running into a bus loaded with children heading to school early Monday morning. The crash was reported around 6:30 a.m. on Greenwell Springs Road at Magnolia Bend Road. The Central Police Department said another vehicle crossed the center line... more » -
Teen arrested after threatening to shoot up high school on Snapchat
March 17, 2022 1:06 PM
COVINGTON - A 17-year-old was arrested Wednesday after he allegedly made a post on social media threatening a mass shooting at a high school. The St. Tammany Parish Sheriff's Office said the teen, a student at Covington High School, made the threat on Snapchat. The post raised concerns after... more » -
Concerns about finances, fairness dominate debate over EBR teacher stipend Play Video
February 3, 2022 11:36 PM
BATON ROUGE - While a final decision will be made later this month, members of the East Baton Rouge Parish School System's Committee of the Whole were not able to agree Thursday on a recommendation for the proposed $2,000 stipend for classroom teachers and librarians. Superintendent Sito Narcisse proposed... more » -
New York City school cafeterias to go completely vegan on Fridays
February 3, 2022 7:41 PM
NEW YORK CITY - New York City public school cafeterias will offer a fully-vegan menu on Fridays as part of a new healthy eating initiative from Mayor Eric Adams. Starting this week, foods containing any animal products -- from macaroni and cheese to pizza -- will be off of... more » -
FBI: 'Tech savvy' juveniles behind threats that shut down Southern University, other HBCUs
February 2, 2022 4:53 PM
After an alarming amount of historically Black colleges received threats across the nation over the past two days, federal authorities have identified six juveniles as potential suspects. Southern University in Baton Rouge was among several schools to shut down Monday morning after receiving bomb threats. As of Tuesday, the... more » -
Day after 'sick out' over COVID concerns, EBR educators take message directly to school leaders Play Video
January 13, 2022 11:10 PM
BATON ROUGE - A handful of members of the East Baton Rouge Parish Association of Educators showed up at Thursday's Committee of the Whole meeting to take their demands directly to the district after staying home from work Wednesday to protest classroom COVID protocols. "I feel like our concerns... 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 » -
State legislative committee votes against requiring COVID vaccines for kids in La. schools Play Video
December 6, 2021 1:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - A state legislative committee rejected adding COVID-19 vaccines to required immunizations for schools in Louisiana. The vote came at the end of an emotional day where people against the vaccines spoke before lawmakers. The House Health and Welfare vote Monday is likely to be overruled... more » -
Nearby gunfire prompts lockdown at 3 Baton Rouge schools
November 12, 2021 3:02 PM
BATON ROUGE - Three Baton Rouge schools were temporarily locked down Friday after gunshots were heard in the area. The East Baton Rouge School System confirmed that University Terrace, McKinley High School and Buchanan Elementary School. A school spokesperson said no students or staff were hurt, and it appeared... more » -
Police arrest students who filmed violent attack on teacher, posted it on social media Play Video
October 7, 2021 12:36 PM
Warning: Video contains explicit language COVINGTON - A high school student was arrested in St. Tammany Parish after she allegedly attacked her physically disabled teacher as part of a social media challenge. Two others were arrested days later for posting the assault on social media. The Covington Police... more » -
Some school systems adopting state's new 'parent option' quarantine guidelines Play Video
September 29, 2021 2:48 PM
BATON ROUGE - The Louisiana Department of Education will no longer require schools to have students quarantine when they've potentially been exposed to COVID. The department said it was providing schools across the state with the "parent choice option," which each school system can opt into. The new rule... more » -
LA Department of Health releases weekly COVID numbers for schools
September 15, 2021 5:35 PM
Each week the Department of Health issues a report showing how many cases of COVID-19 has been reported in schools, including adults and students. For the calendar week running from September 6th- Sept 12th, there were 1724 new student cases and 223 new adult cases, with 468 schools reporting.... more » -
Schools set reopening dates following Hurricane Ida Play Video
September 1, 2021 1:50 PM
School systems reopening: Ascension Parish (all campuses open starting Sept. 13) Assumption Parish (return Sept. 10) Baton Rouge Diocese (most schools return Sept. 7, see the full list here ) Central Community School System (return Sept. 7) City of Baker School System (return Sept. 7)... more » -
Infant dies of COVID in Louisiana; state reporting 249 deaths in just 2 days Play Video
August 25, 2021 1:05 PM
BATON ROUGE - A small child is among more than 200 Louisianans killed by the coronavirus in the past two days, the state announced Wednesday. Governor John Bel Edwards said the child was less than a year old and was among 110 deaths reported to the state since Tuesday.... more » -
More restrictions possible if Louisiana doesn't see drop-off in COVID cases, health officials say
August 10, 2021 12:07 PM
BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's chief health officer warned that stricter COVID mitigation measures could be on the way if the state doesn't stem its latest surge in the coming weeks. Dr. Joseph Kanter made the comments to the Louisiana Board of Regents during a special meeting Tuesday morning where... more » -
LDH offering routine COVID testing to K-12 schools; EBR and Zachary on board Play Video
July 28, 2021 11:25 PM
BATON ROUGE - Days before students across the state return to classrooms, the Louisiana Department of Health is launching an effort to combat potential outbreaks in schools. A K-12 testing program, funded with dollars from the American Rescue Plan, will allow any school district in the state to routinely... more » -
SEC commissioner says games won't be rescheduled over COVID this fall
July 19, 2021 1:28 PM
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey said Monday that the conference will not reschedule games because of potential coronavirus outbreaks this fall, saying the decision to get vaccinated will fall on each team. Several games were rescheduled during last year's shortened football season, including multiple LSU match-ups, due to positive coronavirus... more » -
Four arrested in shooting at Zachary hair salon Play Video
July 13, 2021 5:32 PM
ZACHARY - Four people were arrested on charges related to a shooting at a hair salon last Tuesday. Zachary Police said a person drove to The Beauty Parlor on July 13 around 4 p.m., opened the door, shot one patron and drove off in their car. Joshua McKee,... more » -
Under new law, college athletes can start cashing in on their fame Play Video
July 1, 2021 6:58 PM
BATON ROUGE - The game is changing for college athletics, and it won't be seen on the field or on the court. The new play will make its debut in a flurry of social media posts and other advertisements and endorsements. "These kids for the first time ever... more » -
Local and federal officials encourage young teens to be vaccinated as soon as possible Play Video
May 13, 2021 8:55 AM
BATON ROUGE - Now that children between the ages of 12 and 15 are eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations, officials with East Baton Rouge Parish Schools are encouraging students to begin the vaccination process as soon as possible. On Thursday morning, the Louisiana Department of Health is expected to issue... more » -
LSU unveils updated guidelines for spring 2021 commencement
May 3, 2021 12:39 PM
BATON ROUGE - LSU has laid out rules for its upcoming in-person graduation ceremonies . The university says it will no longer assign a limited ticket allotment to each grad but asks that they limit their guests to no more than seven people. Additionally, only graduates who RSVP will... more » -
R.E.A.L. reading help for young students Play Video
April 14, 2021 8:11 AM
For many students, especially younger ones, this school year has been difficult with virtual and hybrid learning. Because literacy rates have fallen for students statewide in Pre-K through 3rd grade for a third year in a row, the state is offering free resources to help those young students get... more » -
EBR Schools discusses plans for 2021-2022 school year
March 31, 2021 9:45 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 » -
St. James cutting 30 teaching jobs as parish feels effects of plant closure Play Video
March 24, 2021 3:27 PM
CONVENT - The St. James Parish school system is cutting more than two dozen teaching positions parish-wide as the Shell refinery in Convent officially ends operations. According to a statement from school officials, the parish will have 30 fewer teacher positions when the 2021-2022 school year begins this fall.... more » -
Teachers scheduled for vaccine shot in EBR, some may get in this week Play Video
February 22, 2021 6:31 PM
BATON ROUGE – A new batch of eligible recipients are among the many waiting for the COVID-19 vaccine. Starting Monday, teachers, staff and daycare workers are eligible for the shot. Those administering them, however, say the process will be more like a marathon than a sprint. “We have... more » -
Ascension schools partnering with OLOL to get COVID vaccines to teachers
February 19, 2021 6:31 PM
The Ascension Parish school system says it is partnering with Our Lady of the Lake's branch in the parish to set up convenient time slots for its employees to get vaccinated. According to a school spokesperson, OLOL Ascension will help employees set up a vaccination time slot between 3... more » -
Pointe Coupee Parish School Board grants teachers partial pay raise in Thursday meeting Play Video
September 25, 2020 9:58 AM
After public school teachers in Pointe Coupee Parish planned sickouts to illustrate the gravity of their demand for a pay raise the School Board had previously promised, school officials finally agreed to follow through and authorized a partial pay raise during a Thursday meeting , The Advocate reports. According... more » -
Assumption Schools eagerly welcome students, virtually and in-person, to first day of classes Play Video
August 13, 2020 10:58 AM
ASSUMPTION PARISH - The first day of a new school year is an exciting day for the typical Louisiana student. With their brand new school supplies, new wardrobe, and lingering relaxed summer-vaca vibe in tow, they're often looking forward to a fresh start. But students in Assumption Parish... more » -
As school year starts, finding willing substitutes proving to be a challenge Play Video
August 12, 2020 10:34 PM
ZACHARY - As school systems grapple with detecting and subsequently containing COVID-19 in classrooms, Zachary Community Schools is facing staffing concerns even before the year begins. With teachers having to stay home, either because of a positive test result or close contact that could have led to exposure, substitutes are... more » -
As schools prepare to reopen, some educators express concern Play Video
July 17, 2020 10:09 PM
BATON ROUGE - As August approaches, another school year is on the horizon, albeit one that won't look like a typical school year. School systems across the state are starting to release their plans to welcome students and teachers back to the classroom safely, but some educators don't... more » -
Livingston Parish schools tells parents: Follow Phase 2 plans
July 7, 2020 2:18 PM
LIVINGSTON – Livingston Parish Schools unveiled detailed plans for reopening schools during the 2020-2021 school year. These plans include multiple phases and options pending which phase the state finds itself in by the time the school year begins. Officials said Livingston Parish Public Schools still plans to begin school... more » -
Dept of Education partners with LPB to televise Math lessons for kids during summer
July 1, 2020 9:19 AM
BATON ROUGE - Education doesn't have to come to an end with summer vacation and the Louisiana Department of Education is proving this with its Wednesday morning announcement of an expanded partnership with Louisiana Public Broadcasting (LPB) to televise high-quality math instruction on a regular schedule from July 6 to... more » -
Gov Edwards: Louisiana schools expected to open on time, in August Play Video
June 18, 2020 9:33 AM
BATON ROUGE - During a Wednesday afternoon interview, Governor John Bel Edwards said he expects Louisiana's K-12 schools to reopen on time, in August. His statement was made in response to a question regarding the status of the state's educational system as Louisiana continues to emerge from the COVID-19... more » -
Ascension Parish schools evaluating distance learning program ahead of fall semester; waiting on additional COVID-19 guidance Play Video
June 2, 2020 10:14 PM
GONZALES - It may be summer break, but Ascension Parish School officials are planning for some possible changes when the new school year starts August 5. "The fall of 2020 and the school year '20-'21 will certainly have some things that we'll have to approach and be very flexible... more » -
LSU giving students pass/no credit grading option for spring semester
April 8, 2020 1:54 PM
BATON ROUGE - LSU is giving students the option to change their grading format for the spring semester after the school was forced to move all of its classes online because of the coronavirus. The university announced Wednesday that students can have their final grades reported on their transcript... more » -
LSU moving classes online through rest of spring semester Play Video
March 11, 2020 3:07 PM
BATON ROUGE - LSU announced Thursday it is moving classes online through the rest of the spring semester in response to the nationwide coronavirus outbreak. A statement from the university said Friday will be the final day of normal classes for the spring. Classes are canceled through the week... more » -
La. Superintendent of Education submits letter of resignation
January 8, 2020 11:52 AM
BATON ROUGE - John White, Louisiana's Superintendent of Education, is officially leaving his position in March. The Department of Education released White's letter of resignation Wednesday after rumors swirled about his imminent departure that morning. White said he plans to officially vacate his role on March 11. He's... more » -
Baton Rouge school desegregation leader Robert Williams has died Play Video
July 16, 2019 4:29 PM
BATON ROUGE - Robert Williams, a leader in the desegregation of Baton Rouge public schools, has died. "He was a warrior," NAACP local president Mike McClanahan told WBRZ Tuesday. "He was well versed in the law," McClanahan remembered as he compared Williams to "one of the baddest lawyers," likening... more » -
Student arrested for allegedly bringing gun to school
March 23, 2019 5:06 PM
BATON ROUGE- Police have arrested a high school student for reportedly carrying a gun on Mckinley High's campus. Kenan Hayes, 19, is charged with carrying firearm/dangerous weapon on school property and having a firearm in a firearm free zone. The incident occurred Thursday at Mckinley High School. According... 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 » -
Students served breakfast with mold at Baker High, issue under investigation
November 15, 2018 1:47 PM
BAKER – Frozen waffles served to students at Baker High Thursday morning were molded, the school district told WBRZ after complaints from students and parents. After being served the food with what appeared to be mold, WBRZ viewers shared pictures and even videos of the food with channel 2.... more » -
Teachers, nurses working extra hard to keep students healthy amid flu season Play Video
January 30, 2018 6:28 PM
LIVINGSTON PARISH - Health officials say it's been one of the worst flu seasons in recent memory, and it’s hitting schools hard. Teachers are forced to take extra precautionary measures to make sure their students stay healthy. At Doyle Elementary in Livingston Parish, a child is out sick with... more » -
Louisiana schools receive additional $14 million in flood recovery funds
November 28, 2017 1:11 PM
BATON ROUGE - Area schools flooded in last year's dramatic flood will soon receive an additional $14 million in federal disaster aid. Some schools in Ascension, East Baton Rouge, and Tangipahoa parishes will be getting supplementary support funds after the August 2016 flood, FEMA announced Tuesday. The following... more » -
UPDATE: Like a new car, school buildings smelled funny but now cleared for class
August 8, 2017 11:50 AM
ST. AMANT – School officials believe an odor in some unused temporary classroom structures was caused by summer heat exacerbating the release of smells associated with new materials. In a note to parents this weekend, the school district said odors smelled inside what's called “T-buildings” at Galvez Middle, Galvez... more »