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• EBR Schools holds annual Gifted Screening Blitz

  June 8, 2026 1:26 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System invited families to a two-day event designed to identify students who could benefit from gifted and advanced academic programming. The annual Gifted Screening Blitz allowed students entering kindergarten through 12th grade to be screened for placement in the Scholastic... more »

• Assumption Parish Schools offers students the ability to take 100% of their classes online Play Video

  June 8, 2026 11:36 AM

  NAPOLEONVILLE — Assumption Parish Schools announced on Monday that it is offering students the ability to take 100% of their classes online through the Assumption Parish Schools Virtual Academy. Students enrolled in the program will remain part of the Assumption Parish School system, allowing them to participate in school... more »

• LSU adds three alumni killed during World War II to memorial wall Play Video

  May 25, 2026 2:34 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU hosted a Memorial Day Ceremony at the flagpole on LSU's Parade Ground, where three additional names of alumni killed during World War II were added to the LSU War Memorial. Those alumni were Willie Stokes Heard Jr., Robert B. Todd and Charles J. Shaeffer. All... more »

• Nearly 200 early childhood educators honored at celebration in Baton Rouge Play Video

  May 23, 2026 7:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System recognized 171 early childhood educators at a celebration at the Baton Rouge Marriott on Saturday. Honorees, which included 51 EBR pre-K teachers and 120 educators from partner childcare centers, charter schools and private providers, earned an "excellent" rating from... more »

• EBR Schools to provide free summer meals for kids in East Baton Rouge Parish

  May 22, 2026 5:20 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System announced it will be providing free summer meals for children across the parish on Friday. The school system's Child Nutrition Program will provide free breakfast and lunch to children 18 years old and younger from May 26 to July... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish School System officials release statement regarding reported fights at graduations Play Video

  May 18, 2026 10:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Officials from the East Baton Rouge Parish School System released a statement on Monday regarding reported fights that broke out at two high school graduations. The fights reportedly occurred at the graduation ceremonies for Istrouma and Scotlandville Magnet high schools on Monday, both of which were... more »

• Southeastern graduates receive diplomas from College of Business, College of Nursing and Health Sciences Play Video

  May 16, 2026 3:38 PM

  HAMMOND — Southeastern students graduating from the College of Business and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences were treated to a special guest speaker on Saturday. Guest speaker Hayley Arceneaux, a former patient of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, encouraged graduates as they moved on into the next... more »

• LSU celebrates law graduates as numerous graduation ceremonies take place Play Video

  May 15, 2026 6:31 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The LSU Law Class of 1980 alumnus and Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice John L. Weimer delivered a commencement address on Friday as graduates from LSU's law school received their diplomas at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. "I am grateful and humbled to have been called... more »

• Hundreds graduate from Southern University, Caleb Wilson and Kavon Barnhill awarded posthumous degrees Play Video

  May 15, 2026 2:09 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Hundreds of students graduated from Southern University on Friday, including Caleb Wilson, who was one of two students awarded a posthumous degree. Over 600 students graduated from the university over the course of two commencement ceremonies, with cadets in ROTC programs being recognized for their commission... more »

• Pass the Torch luncheon celebrates Baton Rouge scholarship winners Play Video

  May 11, 2026 6:58 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The Pass the Torch scholarship luncheon was held on Monday at the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Baton Rouge. The luncheon celebrated the 2026 Pass the Torch Scholarship winners and applicants from Scotlandville High School and Baker High School. "I feel like I worked pretty hard.... more »

• New report says Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, proposes changes Play Video

  May 11, 2026 1:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Louisiana's system for funding public schools is outdated, according to a report by Louisiana Kids Matter. The report includes changes to the current funding system, Louisiana's Minimum Foundation Program, that would send money to schools based on students' needs. The current system determines how much... more »

• Southern University plans to expand student housing with $77 million residence halls Play Video

  May 10, 2026 3:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Southern University is planning to expand its housing options with a new $43 million residence hall for freshmen and sophomores, approved by the Louisiana Board of Regents in April, according to The Advocate . The dorm will feature four stories with room for about 500 beds,... more »

• LSU basketball rehires Vernon Hamilton as assistant coach Play Video

  May 4, 2026 11:43 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Vernon Hamilton is returning to Baton Rouge as an assistant coach for the Tigers' upcoming basketball season. Hamilton will be joining Head Coach Will Wade's staff for his first season back with LSU basketball following his departure in 2022. Hamilton was previously a part of... more »

• LSU to raise tuition for specific programs in fall 2026

  May 1, 2026 1:00 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will increase tuition for certain programs in the fall of 2026, according to a report by The Advocate . The university increases tuition based on a tiered differential tuition system, charging more for majors that cost more to run. Tier 1 programs will see... more »

• IPSE Day brings together Louisiana college programs for students with intellectual disabilities

  May 1, 2026 12:53 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU Integrative Community Studies hosted a statewide celebration of Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day on Friday morning, bringing together students, educators and leaders from college programs across Louisiana. Representatives from programs and institutions across the state attended, including LSU, Baton Rouge Community College, Nicholls State University, Fletcher... more »

• LSU gymnastics team celebrates the end of a successful season Play Video

  April 26, 2026 8:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The LSU gymnastics team celebrated the end of another season as families, fans and donors packed the Crowne Plaza Executive Center on Sunday for a brunch and silent auction. The banquet celebrated the team's success as the gymnasts took second place in the NCAA Championship in... more »

• Get H.Y.P.E. visits EBR schools in preparation for LEAP testing Play Video

  April 13, 2026 5:50 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Students in Baton Rouge were treated to a special event on Monday as they gear up for LEAP testing. The Get H.Y.P.E. arts-integrated test preparation program visited Wedgewood Elementary and LaBelle Aire Elementary to offer an innovative approach to student preparation. The interactive program featured... more »

• Louisiana schools to implement updated reading and writing standards in 2027

  April 13, 2026 10:38 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Students in Louisiana will soon benefit from new English language arts standards that place a stronger emphasis on reading and writing fundamentals, state education officials said Monday. The new standards, developed by Louisiana educators through a public review process led by the Louisiana Department of Education,... more »

• Funeral services announced for Southern University's former head football coach Gerald Kimble Play Video

  April 4, 2026 12:32 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Funeral services were announced on Saturday for former Southern University head football coach Gerald Kimble. Prior to serving as head football coach from 1989 to 1992, Kimble played quarterback for the Jaguars in 1960, leading the team to a national Black college championship. He also... more »

• LSU basketball star Flau'jae Johnson receives Key to the City, April 4th declared Flau'jae 'Big 4' Johnson Day Play Video

  April 4, 2026 10:42 AM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU basketball star and rapper Flau'jae Johnson was presented the Key to the City on Saturday by East Baton Rouge Parish Mayor-President Sid Edwards. The City of Baton Rouge recognized Johnson for her contributions to both the university and the Baton Rouge community on and off... more »

• Bill would prevent colleges from banning students from carrying pepper spray on campus Play Video

  April 3, 2026 6:39 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A proposal at the Louisiana State Capitol would prevent public universities from banning pepper spray and other chemical sprays on campus. House Bill 195 comes after a separate proposal that would have allowed guns on campus was pulled back, shifting the conversation to less-lethal options. ... more »

• Would cheer, dance and lacrosse be safer if sanctioned as high school sports? Play Video

  April 3, 2026 11:16 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A House resolution seeks to recognize high school dance, cheer and lacrosse teams as sanctioned sports in a move that could bring greater structure and safety oversight to activities long popular among students but not governed like traditional athletics. House Concurrent Resolution 10 , introduced by... more »

• Baton Rouge Community College showcases various forms of art at the annual BRCC Art Fest Play Video

  March 30, 2026 8:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Community College showcased various forms of art at the BRCC Annual Art Fest on Monday. The school hosted several events throughout the campus, including a showcase in the Magnolia Theater featuring marching bands and the creative writing club. Students had the opportunity to... more »

• LSU to introduce men's basketball coach Will Wade at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on Monday Play Video

  March 29, 2026 4:36 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will introduce the men's basketball coach, Will Wade , in an introductory press conference on Monday at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. LSU parted ways with former coach Matt McMahon on Thursday before rehiring Wade, who previously served as LSU's head coach from 2017 to... more »

• LSU sororities and fraternities reveal newly built home to Baton Rouge family Play Video

  March 29, 2026 4:06 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Habitat for Humanity partnered with LSU's sororities and fraternities to build a home for a Baton Rouge family. The partnership, which began in 2004, was part of the university's 21st annual Greek Week build . The home was revealed to the family on Saturday. This... more »

• Students participate in the 14th Louisiana Elementary Math and Coding Olympiad Play Video

  March 28, 2026 3:38 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The 14th Louisiana Elementary Math and Coding Olympiad took place at Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy on Saturday. Students from across the state competed in math and coding competitions featuring standards-based problem solving along with a coding challenge using Code.org's Computer Science Connections Curriculum. The... more »

• LSU law students given opportunity to argue in front of military court Play Video

  March 18, 2026 7:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU law students had the chance to argue before a U.S. Navy-Marine Corps Court of Criminal Appeals on Wednesday morning. The two students submitted briefs to the court and participated in a real hearing at the LSU Law School. Organizers called it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish Schools to host community meeting on realignment and school start times

  March 13, 2026 2:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — The East Baton Rouge Parish School System announced plans on Friday to host a community meeting discussing the district's proposed realignment plans and adjustments to school start times. At the meeting, district leaders will provide information and gather feedback from families, educators and community members regarding... more »

• More than 200 area high school students learn about maritime careers from industry professionals Play Video

  March 12, 2026 7:16 PM

  BATON ROUGE — More than 200 Baton Rouge area high school students attended the third-annual Maritime Careers Educational Roadshow on Thursday, where they learned about careers in one of Louisiana's top industries. Students met maritime professionals, heard directly from industry leaders and experienced career opportunities at interactive stations. ... more »

• U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon backs doubling funding for LA GATOR

  March 11, 2026 4:45 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Amid debates over whether to fund Louisiana’s own school choice voucher program, LA GATOR, U.S. Secretary of the Department of Education Linda McMahon publicly supported a proposal to double program funding. “Every child deserves access to an education that works for them,” McMahon posted on X... more »

• Kentwood High Magnet School moves students after AC unit malfunctions generating smoke

  March 9, 2026 2:18 PM

  KENTWOOD — Kentwood High Magnet School released a statement saying that all students are safe after a malfunctioning AC unit began generating smoke Monday morning. Due to the smoke, the school moved students to the junior high side of campus. School officials said the smoke has since been... more »

• Memorial services announced for former LSU tight end William Frederick Truax III Play Video

  March 9, 2026 9:58 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Memorial services were announced for a former LSU football player. William Frederick Truax III, also known as Billy Truax and Poppi Tru, died on Jan. 7 in Denton, Texas, at the age of 82. Truax originally enrolled in the Holy Cross boarding school in New... more »

• St. Helena Parish School District announces new partnership to provide free ACT preparation to students Play Video

  March 2, 2026 11:06 AM

  BATON ROUGE — St. Helena Parish School District on Monday announced a new partnership with Top Tutors for Us to provide free ACT preparation to students in the district. Top Tutors for Us, founded by Louisiana native Angelica Harris, who developed her own test prep system after raising her... more »

• Congressman Cleo Fields visits East Baton Rouge Parish schools as part of new initiative Play Video

  February 27, 2026 3:42 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Congressman Cleo Fields visited several schools in East Baton Rouge Parish on Friday to educate students on the role of government through a new initiative. The Congress to the Classroom initiative aims to strengthen students' understanding of government, highlight the importance of education and encourage civic... more »

• LSU to host three additional baseball games this weekend featuring other schools

  February 27, 2026 1:41 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU will host three additional baseball games featuring other schools this weekend at the Alex Box Stadium alongside their scheduled games versus Northeastern and Dartmouth. Admission to the non-LSU games is free; however, fans must present their tickets for admission to the LSU games. The stadium... more »

• REPORT: Baton Rouge nonprofit allegedly paid for man awaiting murder trial to speak to kids about gun safety Play Video

  February 27, 2026 12:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE — A Baton Rouge nonprofit part of a corruption investigation allegedly paid for a man awaiting trial for murder to speak to children about gun safety and violence, according to a report by The Advocate . According to city-parish records, Safe, Hopeful, Healthy paid 36-year-old Marvin Payne... more »

• Area students learn to garden, milk cows and more at Southern University Ag Center Expo Play Video

  February 25, 2026 2:33 PM

  BATON ROUGE — More than 800 students from around the capital area got hands-on with agriculture at Southern University's Ag Center Expo on Wednesday. The expo featured dozens of exhibits and interactive opportunities, allowing students to learn about ATV safety, milking a cow, gardening, drones, hydroponics and more. ... more »

• Mobile clinic headed to several East Baton Rouge Parish schools providing language development services Play Video

  February 23, 2026 11:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE — A mobile clinic is headed to several East Baton Rouge Parish schools to provide speech and language development services for English learners. As part of a partnership between the East Baton Rouge Parish School System and Southern University's School of Nursing and Allied Health, the Jag... more »

• St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office introduces new initiative investing in students Play Video

  February 22, 2026 3:44 PM

  MORGAN CITY — The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office introduced a new initiative designed to directly invest in students within the parish on Saturday. The Futures Project, a 10-lesson curriculum taught each semester, will focus on helping students navigate real-life challenges while building skills to succeed in the future.... more »

• CVS to give out $5 million in scholarships to pharmaceutical students at Xavier and ULM Play Video

  February 18, 2026 1:10 PM

  BATON ROUGE — CVS announced Wednesday that it will give out $5 million in scholarships to students pursuing pharmaceutical degrees at two Louisiana universities. Xavier and ULM students working towards their Doctor of Pharmacy degree are eligible for the new scholarship program. "Pharmacists play a vital role in... more »

• Monday's LSU-Kent State baseball game scheduled to start at 6 p.m.

  February 15, 2026 2:40 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Monday's LSU-Kent State baseball game has been moved to 6 p.m., according to a post by the Tigers. The game, taking place at Alex Box Stadium, was originally scheduled to begin at 3 p.m. No. 2 LSU previously beat Milwaukee on Saturday afternoon, finishing with... more »

• 2 Make a Difference: The Steam Expo Play Video

  February 13, 2026 11:44 PM

  GREENSBURG — In this week's 2 Make a Difference, Sylvia Weatherspoon covers the St. Helena Parish Steam Expo, which provides experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts/agriculture and math outside of the classroom. If you know someone who makes a difference, send their name, contact information and a brief summary... more »

• Six former LSU Tigers to appear in Super Bowl, continuing 25-year streak Play Video

  February 8, 2026 11:05 AM

  BATON ROUGE — This Super Bowl Sunday, viewers can expect to see six former LSU Tigers on the field. The match between New England and Seattle isn't the first time that the Tigers have been represented in the big game. 87 former LSU players have appeared on rosters... more »

• Liberty Magnet High School students stage walk out in protest of ICE operations Play Video

  February 6, 2026 12:48 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Students at Liberty Magnet High School staged a walkout on Friday in protest of ICE operations around the country and within the state. The protests come after two U.S. citizens were shot in Minneapolis in January and the highly publicized attempted removal of a 5-year-old boy... more »

• LSU launches rule aimed at stopping students from leaving basketball games early Play Video

  February 4, 2026 1:24 PM

  BATON ROUGE — LSU students recently received an email ahead of a men's basketball game threatening to take away season tickets from those who leave games before tip-off. The email was sent out ahead of a Jan. 28 men's basketball game against Mississippi State, at which the first 1,500... more »

• Students from East Baton Rouge launch GPS trackers into Mississippi River to track litter movement Play Video

  February 2, 2026 1:03 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Students from several East Baton Rouge schools gathered at the LSU Center for River Studies on the Water Campus in Baton Rouge on Monday to launch GPS trackers into the Mississippi River. The project, led by the Global Geospatial Institute, provided students with GPS trackers allowing... more »

• ESPN's College GameDay heads to Baton Rouge Play Video

  February 1, 2026 1:29 PM

  BATON ROUGE — ESPN's College GameDay is headed to Baton Rouge on Feb. 14 for a rival game between No. 3 South Carolina Gamecocks and the No. 6 LSU Tigers. The game will be live on ABC and WBRZ from the Pete Maravich Center beginning at 7 p.m. with... more »

• University Laboratory School to be certified as a National Arbor Foundation Tree Campus Play Video

  January 23, 2026 11:26 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Baton Rouge Green will certify University Laboratory School as a National Arbor Foundation Tree Campus after U-High students successfully grew and planted 13 cypress trees. The project, created by 11th-grade International Baccalaureate student Vaughn Meiners and his instructor Karen Holden, partnered the students with LSU Lakes... more »

• Louisiana Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Foundation opens Inspiration Center at Howell Park Play Video

  January 19, 2026 11:09 AM

  BATON ROUGE — The Louisiana Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Foundation officially unveiled a new youth and family service center at Howell Park on Monday. The community investment initiative named the Inspiration Center offers critical services and resources for disinvested communities in an effort to decrease violent crime, expand... more »

• Ten Commandments posters donated to Louisiana Public Schools during legal battle Play Video

  January 19, 2026 10:24 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Almost all of the public school systems in Louisiana received posters featuring the Ten Commandments to be hung up in classrooms if approved by a federal appeals court, according to a report by The Advocate. A state law requiring public K-12 schools and colleges to display... more »

• Rep. Cleo Fields visits East Baton Rouge Parish schools as part of 'Congressman to Classroom' initiative

  January 16, 2026 11:48 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Rep. Cleo Fields visited three East Baton Rouge Parish School District campuses on Friday to kick off his Congress to the Classroom initiative. The initiative, seeing Fields visit 52 schools ranging from kindergarten to college across Louisiana's Sixth Congressional District over the course of the year,... more »

• East Baton Rouge Parish students participate in second annual Young Techie and Gifted Expo Play Video

  January 16, 2026 10:44 AM

  BATON ROUGE — Students across East Baton Rouge Parish gathered at the second annual Young Techie and Gifted Expo on Friday. The annual event, hosted by the Instructional Technology Department, showcased student-led projects from elementary, middle and high school students covering several categories, including technology and engineering, computer science,... more »

• LSU owes Kiffin $500,000 bonus following Ole Miss' Sugar Bowl win; gets $1 million with national title Play Video

  January 2, 2026 11:53 AM

  BATON ROUGE - According to his contract, LSU owes Lane Kiffin $500,000 following Ole Miss' victory in the Allstate Sugar Bowl, the College Football Playoff quarterfinal, in New Orleans on Thursday. Kiffin's former team, ranked No. 6, beat No. 2 Georgia 39-34, moving on to play Miami in the... more »

• Baton Rouge high school projects planned for new year following $42 million bond sale Play Video

  December 27, 2025 1:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Several Baton Rouge public high schools are set to receive additions alongside repairs and renovations following a recent multimillion-dollar bond sale. The parish school board agreed to a $40 million bond sale in October to enhance the high school experience in Baton Rouge schools. The sale... more »

• Attendance recovers at Baton Rouge schools following drop due to immigration sweeps

  December 20, 2025 3:19 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Student attendance fell dramatically following the federal immigration sweep that began in Baton Rouge earlier this month; however, many of those students are starting to return to class, according to The Advocate . Attendance originally declined in public schools with large amounts of Hispanic students and... more »

• Two students cited after Monday morning fight at Belaire High School, deputies say Play Video

  December 15, 2025 12:59 PM

  BATON ROUGE — Two students involved in a fight at Belaire High School on Monday morning were cited by East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff's deputies. According to deputies, two female students, one 17 and the other 15, "mutually engaged in a fight" in the school's hallway. The fight resulted... more »

• Statewide panel looks for ways to protect college students from misuse of artificial intelligence Play Video

  December 2, 2025 6:28 PM

  BATON ROUGE - University and state leaders met at the Capitol Tuesday with a focus on protecting college students from the misuse of artificial intelligence. Since 2021, the Power-Based Violence review panel has met throughout the year to improve how Title IX and violence are handled on college campuses,... more »

• KOK Wings & Things offers free meals to college students, families affected by the government shutdown Play Video

  November 16, 2025 6:49 PM

  BATON ROUGE - KOK Wings and Things offered free meals on Sunday to families and college students impacted by the government shutdown . Locations in Baton Rouge, New Iberia and Lafayette plan to offer one free meal on Sundays to college students with SNAP benefits and a college ID... more »

• Students at St. John School in Plaquemine are giving back this holiday season with a food drive Play Video

  November 15, 2025 2:28 PM

  PLAQUEMINE - Elementary students at St. John School in Plaquemine are giving back to the community this holiday season with a food drive. Students spent the last two weeks filling up boxes and hallways across the campus with non-perishable food items. So far, the school has collected over... more »

• Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office shares update on investigation into AI nude images Play Video

  November 13, 2025 7:10 PM

  LAFOURCHE - The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office is releasing new information about an investigation into AI nude images that were shared among students. LPSO shared the initial report, which said "several female students reported to her that a 'Tik Tok' video is circulating, containing their faces on nude bodies."... more »

• North Live Oak Elementary School hosts Veterans Day parade Play Video

  November 11, 2025 12:03 PM

  WATSON - An elementary school in Livingston Parish hosted its very own Veterans Day celebration right in front of its campus on Tuesday. North Live Oak Elementary has been hosting a Veterans Day drive-through parade for the past few years, since the pandemic, Principal Melissa Dubois said. "I... more »

• Middle school student charged for allegedly sharing explicit photos of other students created by artificial intelligence Play Video

  November 10, 2025 7:41 PM

  LAFOURCHE - The Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office announced on Monday that a student at Sixth Ward Middle School was charged with sharing explicit photos of other students created by artificial intelligence. Detectives opened an investigation with the school on Aug. 26 after male students had reportedly shared fake nude... more »

• Three Baton Rouge charter schools attempting to obtain four-year renewals

  November 8, 2025 3:12 PM

  BATON ROUGE - Three Baton Rouge charter schools are attempting to continue operations through 2030 after the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board preliminarily voted on their charter renewals. The School Board voted on four-year renewals for Community School for Apprenticeship Learning Middle, The Emerge School for Autism and... more »

• Livingston Parish School bus carrying 28 elementary students involved in Denham Springs crash

  November 7, 2025 6:28 PM

  DENHAM SPRINGS - A Livingston Parish School System bus was involved in a crash on Friday afternoon in Denham Springs, according to a press release from the Livingston Parish School System. The crash occurred shortly after 3:25 p.m. on Cockerham Road when the bus carrying 28 students from Freshwater... more »

• EBR Parish School System to host Magnet Application Assistance Nights in November

  October 31, 2025 2:07 PM

  BATON ROUGE - The East Baton Rouge Parish School System plans to host Magnet Application Assistance Nights in November to provide families with hands-on help submitting magnet applications. The events will make it easier for families to apply for magnet programs across the parish by providing computers and volunteers... more »

• Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University receives $2.2 million grant to fund Project FRANCIS Play Video

  October 31, 2025 10:47 AM

  BATON ROUGE - Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University announced on Friday that it received a $2.2 million Department of Education Title III Strengthening Institutions grant to fund its Project FRANCIS initiative. Project FRANCIS, which stands for faithfully retaining, advancing, nurturing and cultivating indispensable students, aims to improve student... more »