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Rick Gallot stepping down as University of Louisiana System President, board says

University of Louisiana System President Rick Gallot is resigning as leader of the public university system. The announcement was made by Board of Supervisors chair Mark Romero during a special meeting Friday in Baton Rouge, while Gallot’s chair sat empty to his right. The president had made an appearance earlier in the day to convene the search committee for the Louisiana Tech University presidential search.

Baton Rouge, LA · 9h
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Lafourche Parish School District celebrates grand opening of new state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport

The Lafourche Parish School District (LPSD) celebrated a major investment in student transportation and safety with the ribbon cutting of its brand-new, state-of-the-art Transportation Center in Lockport, along with the official launch of its new partnership with First Student. The new transportation hub represents a significant step forward for the...

Lafourche Parish, LA · 1d
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High school athletes can capitalize on NIL, lawmakers look to protect young players

NEW ORLEANS (InvestigateTV) - Name, image and likeness, or NIL, continues to dominate headlines and forever change the game for student athletes. While the federal government tackles the college landscape, some states have enacted laws to protect high school students and their families. In Louisiana, lawmakers recently passed legislation seeking...

New Orleans, LA · 12h
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U-High, Dunham advance to LHSAA State Volleyball semi-finals

LAFAYETTE, La. - Three rounds into the 2026 LHSAA State Volleyball Tournament, Dunham and U-High have both yet to lose a set. The Tigers and Cubs both won their quarterfinal matchups, Cubs in Division 3 and Tigers in Division 4, to advance to their respective semi-finals. Dunham downright dominated Houma...

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d
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School Board hears plan for dealing with job vacancies

Breaux Bridge – St. Martin Parish School Superintendent Frederick Wiltz explained the school system’s new framework for eliminating vacant job positions to help combat the school district’s budget deficit during this past week’s monthly School Board meeting. “As you are aware, we have been working with...

St Martin Parish, LA · 2d

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Teurlings advances to state semifinals after stellar performance in sweep of Belle Chasse

Teurlings Catholic put its best performance of the season together on Thursday in the Division II quarterfinals against No. 4-seeded Belle Chasse. The No. 5 Rebels swept the Cardinals 25-11, 25-20, 25-16 behind excellent serving and an inspired performance from libero Bailee Hebert. "It's the best match we've played all...

Belle Chasse, LA · 1d

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Parish to put up $4 million toward $60 million YMCA hub at RPCC campus

On Tuesday Ascension Parish Council’s Finance Committee recommended allocating $4 million, from the Mega Infrastructure Fund, for the Ascension Parish Community Hub project on the campus of River Parishes Community College. 88% of the $60 million project is being funded with state dollars, the 12% match requirement satisfied by parish dollars combined with $2 million from Ascension Parish Schools. The Hub will house a full-service YMCA which will house AP Schools’ Early College Option Program along with a Small Business Incubator and classroom space.

Ascension Parish, LA · 17h

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Crescent City Sports to broadcast Sam Houston-Hahnville playoff opener Friday night

NEW ORLEANS – Crescent City Sports’ coverage of Louisiana high school football embarks on the “road to the Dome” Friday night with a Division I Non-Select bi-district round matchup between Sam Houston and Hahnville. Kickoff from Tiger Stadium in Boutte is scheduled for 7 p.m., with...

Boutte, LA · 1d

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Documenting Tulane’s century-old Jewish student population

Tulane University is home to the largest Jewish student population by percentage among non-religious schools, with about 39% of undergraduates identifying as Jewish, according to Hillel International. Tulane’s large Jewish population dates back to the 1930s. “[In the 1930s] there were quotas at the Ivy Leagues and the very...

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Community: New Schools for Baton Rouge honors John Spain; Iberville pageant winners recognized

New Schools for Baton Rouge recently honored co-founder and longtime board member John Spain with the title of board member emeritus in recognition of his years of service, leadership and dedication to improving educational opportunities for Baton Rouge children. Surrounded by fellow board members and colleagues, Spain was presented with...

Baton Rouge, LA · 15h

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Mandeville student’s parents say AI altered their daughter’s photos into explicit images

The parents of a Mandeville High School student are raising awareness about the growing problem of artificial intelligence. They say their daughter’s photo was allegedly manipulated using AI to create sexually explicit images. The parents asked WDSU to conceal their identities because they fear retaliation, but they said they...

Mandeville, LA · 1d

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Led by a sophomore QB, Mandeville is 10-0 and ready to make a deep playoff run

It was a moment that showed the impact Mandeville sophomore QB Krew Collura has had on his team. Skippers kicker Kingsley Hunt had just booted a 40-yard field goal against Northshore to give the visitors a 20-17 District 6-5A victory for win No. 9 en route to a perfect 10-0 season and district title.

Mandeville, LA · 2d

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Students frustration remains with campus parking

Students at Southeastern still face growing concerns about parking and roadway issues for commuters traveling to campus, as well as for anyone parking or driving on campus every school day. Some of the closest parking spots fill up hours before classes start at 8 a.m., and students say they have...

Abita Springs, LA · 1d

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Meet the 3 St. Tammany Schools 'Students of the Year'

Three St. Tammany Parish Public School students were named the district's "Students of the Year," beating out thousands of other students in the school system. Fifth-grader Lena Gardner from Sloan Middle School is the STTPS "Elementary Division Student of the Year." Elise Federico, an 8th grader at Mandeville Junior High, was selected as the "Middle/Junior High Division Student of the Year." Meanwhile, senior Owen Esté from Fontainebleau High School is the "High School Division Student of the Year."

Mandeville, LA · 4d

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Campus resources that are accessible to all learners

Beyond the traditional college student, contemporary learners can access all campus resources and use them to their advantage. A contemporary learner is not necessarily someone who is attending college straight out of high school. Many of these students have responsibilities outside of the classroom that can make the college experience look different from what people typically expect.

Hammond, LA · 1d

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Louisiana high school football playoff brackets released. See Baton Rouge-area matchups

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The road to a Louisiana high school football state championship is officially underway, with dozens of Baton Rouge-area teams preparing for the first round of the 2026 playoffs. The Louisiana High School Athletic Association released its playoff brackets Sunday, Nov. 8, following the conclusion of...

Louisiana · 3d

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LSU law professor reinstated after suspension over political remarks in class nearly two years ago

LSU has reinstated a law professor after his suspension. He will resume teaching in the spring 2027 semester. LSU removed Ken Levy, a professor at the Paul M. Hebert Law Center, from the classroom in January 2025. The removal followed remarks he made about President Donald Trump and Gov. Jeff Landry during his criminal procedure class. After a series of court rulings, LSU has reinstated him, and he will return to the classroom next semester.

Baton Rouge, LA · 1d

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Four Louisiana quarterbacks earn Manning Futures recognition following outstanding performances

NEW ORLEANS (November 10, 2026) – The Allstate Sugar Bowl has recognized four Louisiana high school quarterbacks through its Manning Futures program following outstanding performances on the field, highlighted by a combined 12 touchdown passes. Da’John Howard of Salmen, Alericq Valentine of De La Salle, Jack Grace of Country...

Metairie, LA · 3d

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EBR Schools Ceremony Celebrates School-Level and District Students of the Year

Cheers were plentiful and loud as 17 “heroes” were recognized during the 2026–27 EBR Schools Student of the Year celebration on Nov. 4 at McKinley Middle Academic Magnet School. Hosted by WBRZ’s John Pastorek, the celebration honored the district’s top elementary, middle and high school students, who...

Baton Rouge, LA · 4d

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Support Personnel of the Year named

Ascension Public Schools has named the Support Personnel of the Year for 2026-27. These top employees were selected by their respective school peers. “Our school support employees play an essential role in the success of Ascension Public Schools, and their contributions make a lasting difference in the lives of our students, staff and families,” said Ascension Public Schools Superintendent Edith Walker. “From creating welcoming environments to ensuring our schools operate safely and efficiently, these dedicated individuals go above and beyond each day to support teaching and learning. Their hard work, compassion and commitment to excellence do not go unnoticed, and we are proud to recognize and celebrate the tremendous impact they have across our district.”

Ascension Parish, LA · 2d