We're proud to announce the eight schools recognized as 2025 Louisiana Blue Ribbon Schools! These schools have shown exceptional academic achievement and a strong commitment to student success. Congratulations and thank you to the students, educators, and families whose dedication made this honor possible! https://ow.ly/3zbs50XcFiT
Louisiana Department of Education
Education Management
Baton Rouge, LA 7,513 followers
Believe to Achieve!
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Ensuring every child is on track for success after graduation, removing barriers to equity, and providing educators with what they need to be at their best are among the priorities as the Louisiana Department of Education sets an ambitious course forward. Believe to Achieve: Educational Priorities serves as the Department’s roadmap to improving outcomes for all Louisiana children. Believe to Achieve includes the Department’s belief statements, state data to help track progress toward Louisiana’s six critical goals, and the new priorities that will direct the LDOE’s efforts as they work toward achieving the critical goals. Each priority outlines focus areas for the key actions and initiatives. Educational Priorities • Ensure every student is on track to a professional career, college degree, or service • Remove barriers and create equitable, inclusive learning experiences for all children • Provide the highest quality teaching and learning environment • Develop and retain a diverse, highly-effective educator workforce • Cultivate high-impact systems, structures, and partnerships Critical Goals • Students enter kindergarten ready • Students will achieve Mastery level on third-grade assessments and enter fourth grade prepared for grade-level content • Students will achieve Mastery level on eighth-grade assessments and enter ninth grade prepared for grade-level content • Students will graduate on time • Graduates will graduate with a college and/or career credential • Graduates will be eligible for a TOPS award
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- Education Management
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- Baton Rouge, LA
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Baton Rouge, LA 70802, US
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Louisiana is reducing state tests for high school students. Starting with the class entering 9th grade in 2026–2027, new comprehensive exams in ELA and math will cut testing time while maintaining rigor and accuracy. Learn more: https://ow.ly/YQFW50XbUPa
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Academic growth happens in the classroom, which is why we prioritize being in schools working with educators. Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jenna Chiasson updates BESE on how we are supporting systems face-to-face this year, including over 100 support sessions led by our numeracy team so far. Well on our way to reaching our goal of 400 sessions this school year.
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Hundreds of education professionals joined us in Shreveport today for our Early Childhood Conference. Quality early care can support families, strengthen our workforce, and help set children on a path to kindergarten readiness. Thank you to the early childhood teachers and leaders who participated in this year's events in Baton Rouge and Shreveport.
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Big ideas start with educators just like you. Lead a session at Louisiana's premiere professional learning event. The Teacher Leader Summit 2026 call for presentations is October 15 to December 5. Share strategies, spark new thinking, and shape what's next. Interested, but want to learn more? Join one of our informational webinars October 15. Learn more on our website: https://ow.ly/T7bl50Xa2EZ #LATeacherLeaders #bigideasTLS
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Expand What’s Possible for Your Students… Is your school making the most of the Course Choice Program? This initiative gives students access to a wider range of high-quality courses—from advanced academics to career training. Share this opportunity with your families and help students take charge of their learning journey: https://ow.ly/zkgW50X56ii
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Update: We have extended the deadline! We are looking for junior and senior high school students to represent Louisiana in Washington D.C.. Two selected students will get the opportunity to meet national leaders, politicians, and receive a $10,000 scholarship. Apply before October 10, 2025 for the 2026 United States Senate Youth Program! If you enjoy making a difference, public service, and leadership, this is for you: https://ow.ly/4e2b50X7krZ
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Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary by shaping what’s next. The Presidential AI Challenge encourages students and educators to use AI to solve local challenges. Explore the challenge: https://ow.ly/cjna50X5aQ5
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Whether you’re building strong lesson plans, supporting new teachers, or strengthening collaboration, our team is here to help. Our new Menu of Services offers: 🍎 Grab & Go Resources - ready-made tools for all educators 📘 Made to Order Services - customized support that can be requested by designated system contacts. Browse our full menu: https://ow.ly/L0hS50X54jv
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Big Ideas Start Here💡 Teacher Leader Summit 2026 is May 26–28 in New Orleans. Louisiana’s premier professional learning event brings together thousands of educators to spark new thinking, share what works, and shape what’s next. https://ow.ly/K4p150X5Wl8
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