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Paying teachers, consolidating schools: Jefferson Parish’s newly elected school board members share their visions

The Jefferson Parish School Board faces consequential decisions when its new and returning members take office in January, from whether to raise teacher pay to deciding which schools to close next. Three incumbents won reelection Tuesday, and two newcomers will join the nine-member board. Alice Hoyt ran unopposed in District...

Jefferson Parish, LA · 2d

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More school closures are coming to New Orleans. Parents are anxious

Karen Seymour’s three kids just started attending Élan Academy in New Orleans this fall, but she’s already thinking of what she might have to do if the school closes. She transferred her kids to Élan after the state board of education closed their old school, Athlos Academy in Jefferson Parish, in May for low academic performance.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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St. Augustine-Rummel stayed close into the fourth quarter, until one team’s QB scored three TDs

With a chance to go undefeated through the regular season for the first time since 1987, St. Augustine got the job done. It took more work than usual, though. Quarterback Jaelle Noble ran for three touchdowns — all in the fourth quarter — as top-ranked St. Augustine overcame a late deficit to defeat Rummel 35-22 on Friday at Tad Gormley Stadium.

New Orleans, LA · 20h

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Jefferson Parish teachers, school staff to receive state-mandated stipends by end of November

Jefferson Parish teachers and school support staff will receive their state-mandated stipends by the end of this month, after the district’s school board gave the final sign-off to release the bonuses. The move comes several months after Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order requiring public schools to dig...

Jefferson Parish, LA · 2d

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New Golden Meadow Principal excited to be ‘at home’

A longtime local educator is retiring from his position as a principal of a legendary Lafourche Parish school. A woman who once walked the halls of the school as a student said she is grateful and more than ready to slide in and take his place and lead the school into the future.

Lafourche Parish, LA · 3d

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2026 New Orleans Saints High School Coach of the Week Winners

Throughout the 2026 season, the New Orleans Saints are recognizing outstanding Louisiana high school football coaches through their High School Coach of the Week program. High School Football America, an official partner of NFL Play Football, salutes the honorees below. 2026 New Orleans Saints High School Football Coach of the...

New Orleans, LA · 3d

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St. Tammany Parish School Board races decided on Nov. ballot amid probe into abuse reporting in district

St. Tammany Parish School Board races decided on Nov. ballot amid probe into abuse reporting in district.

St Tammany Parish, LA · 2d

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John Curtis Christian School to induct Ashley Brignac and Percy Millet into Hall of Fame

RIVER RIDGE, La. — October 26, 2026 — John Curtis Christian School inducted Ashley Brignac and Percy Millet into its Hall of Fame last week, honoring two of the most accomplished student-athletes in the school’s history. John Curtis Christian School inducted Ashley Brignac into its Hall of...

River Ridge, LA · 1d

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The Jesuit-Edna Karr matchup produces a historic first for the winning team

Jesuit and Edna Karr have shared a district for five seasons, meeting annually in the regular season and once more in last year’s playoffs. For the first time, the Blue Jays walked off the field as winners following a 40-19 victory Thursday at Morris F.X. Jeff Sr. Stadium in Algiers.

New Orleans, LA · 1d

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Houma Christian sweeps Delcambre to open Division IV playoffs

Houma Christian didn’t leave any doubt in its playoff opener. The 10th-seeded Warriors swept No. 23 Delcambre 25-10, 25-8, 25-9 at home Wednesday in the first round of the Division IV state playoffs. The Warriors controlled the match from start to finish, holding the Panthers to 10 points or...

Houma, LA · 2d

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Mandeville leaned on its offensive line to close out its perfect regular season

It all led to this for the Mandeville High football team. The Skippers used a balanced offense and a stifling defense to defeat Fontainebleau 28-10 on Nov. 6, capping off a perfect 10-0 regular-season season. Mandeville finished as the undefeated District 6-5A champions and is expected to be the top...

Mandeville, LA · 17h

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Friday Night Lights: Area teams prepare for regular-season finales as playoffs approach

The high school football regular season is nearing its conclusion, and Week 10 presents one final opportunity for teams across the Houma-Thibodaux area to strengthen their playoff positions and finish the regular season on a high note. Several local teams enter the final week looking to extend winning streaks, while...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Nicholls department of music to host Sound Unbound, fundraising showcase

Nicholls State University’s Department of Music is preparing for a landmark night of music, community and support with its upcoming fundraising event, “Sound Unbound.”. Scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17 in the Mary and Al Danos Theater in Talbot Hall, the event will feature performances that highlight the full range of musical talent across the university.

Thibodaux, LA · 2d

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Local schools work to prevent fights at high school sporting events after several serious penalties

Fights involving players at high school football games in Louisiana have led to serious penalties issued this season by the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. The LHSAA suspended Carroll High School’s football season for the remainder of 2026 and barred Assumption High School from hosting home games after a fight that involved players and fans during a nondistrict game in Napoleonville on Sept 25.

Thibodaux, LA · 3d

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GALLERY: Middle School Football- E.D. White vs Thibodaux

Two undefeated middle schools collided Wednesday night at Thibodaux High School as Thibodaux Middle School beat E.D. White 22-14. Turnovers plagued both teams throughout the game. TMS took the lead in the first quarter after intercepting an EDW pass. The Warriors scored off a run from the four yard line...

Thibodaux, LA · 1d

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Crescent City Sports to broadcast Hannan-Salmen Week 10 matchup Friday night

NEW ORLEANS – Crescent City Sports’ coverage of high school football heads to Slidell for the final week of the regular season as Archbishop Hannan and Salmen face off with the District 7-4A title in the balance. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m., with CCS’ coverage beginning at...

Slidell, LA · 2d

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Salmen locks up the District 7-4A title with a total team effort

Each year, the Salmen football team enters the season with three very clear goals. The first of those aspirations is to win a district title. The Spartans emphatically checked that goal off the list after a dominating 46-14 District 7-4A home victory over Hannan on Nov. 6. "Our three goals...

Slidell, LA · 11h

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St. Augustine Purple Knights named GeauxPreps Football Team of the Week

St. Augustine’s football team has spent the 2026 season reminding the state why they are among the state’s top programs, and the Week 9 victory over Edna Karr has been the most significant statement yet for the 9-0 Purple Knights. The program has displayed talent on the field and excellence off the field, which is why they are the Week 9 GeauxPreps Football Team of the Week.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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St. Augustine and Edna Karr Rivalry Brings Thousands Together for Historic Football Showdown

New Orleans has always been a city where High School Football is more than a game. It is a celebration of community, tradition, school pride, and generations of excellence. That spirit was on full display Saturday, October 31st, as thousands of fans packed Tad Gormley Stadium to witness one of the city’s most anticipated rivalries: St. Augustine High School versus Edna Karr High School.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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MaxPreps Top 25 high school football scores: No. 19 St. Augustine uses second half surge to beat Archbishop Rummel 35-22

No. 19 St. Augustine (New Orleans, La.) fell behind 22-15 late in the third quarter against Archbishop Rummel (Metairie) but turned it on in the final frame outscoring the Raiders 20-0 in the fourth quarter. The Purple Knights finished the regular season undefeated for the first time since 1987 and...

New Orleans, LA · 22h