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New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 15

“Louisiana has reached a tipping point. While our state has made remarkable academic recovery gains, chronic absenteeism threatens to undermine everything that’s been built,” said NSBR CEO Noemi Donoso to @brBizReport businessreport.com/business/louis…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. As Louisiana makes strides in academic recovery, a new initiative is putting the spotlight on a lingering challenge: chronic absenteeism.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 25

Use the @Teach225 job board to view and apply for open positions in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Local schools still have openings across all grade levels and subjects, so apply today for available positions this fall. teach225.com/current-job-op…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Looking for a new job? Browse open roles or upload your resume to be matched with new listings.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 24

"Baton Rouge was quietly writing its own remarkable story, and I wanted to be part of it" writes NSBR CEO Dr. Noemi Donoso about the "real education renaissance" happening in Baton Rouge @charterfolk charterfolk.org/charterfolk-co…

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 24

Baton Rouge high school students learned about careers in aviation through a summer program with Project Lift. @quinn_s_coffman visited the program to see students learning about aviation careers theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. "We need to open young peoples' minds to the full umbrella of aviation opportunities available to them," said Kevin Dolliole, director of aviation for Louis Armstrong International Airport.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 23

Louisiana students made gains in math but saw declines in English on the most recent LEAP tests. @TheAdvocateBR @elysecarmosino breaks down the latest results theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. The state's Superintendent of Education said the latest LEAP results demonstrate "sustained growth" for Louisiana kids.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 22

Can Louisiana’s new law preventing third graders from moving to the next grade help kids catch up? @AubriRuth @WRKF visits summer school programs assisting kids to improve their reading skills to find out wrkf.org/2025-06-24/can…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Nearly a quarter of third graders did not pass the state’s reading test on their first try. Many are now in summer school, preparing to take the test one final time.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 21

“Louisiana schools are bracing for potentially painful cuts, including to after-school programs and teacher training, after the Trump administration said last month that it is withholding nearly $7 billion in grants,” reports @patrickwall @theadvocateBR theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Schools had expected to receive the money on July 1, which would allow them to plan for the fall. Instead, the U.S. Department of Education told states it would not release the funds until it had...

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 18

Students from @EBRPSchools are spending their summers learning abroad, from Switzerland to France. Read about the Global Learning program that students from Glasgow Middle, Sherwood Middle, Mayfair, Liberty Magnet, and Baton Rouge Magnet took part in ebrschools.org/2025/06/12/ebr…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Our EBR Schools students are engaging in global learning this summer. Glasgow Middle School and Principal Erin Howard recently led an incredible educational adventure across Italy, Switzerland and...

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 17

Under a new Louisiana law, third graders must pass a reading test or repeat the grade. @PatrickWall @thadvocateBR talks to teachers and families across the state, including those children who qualify for exemptions theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Nearly 1 in 4 third graders risked being retained under Louisiana's new reading law, but far fewer are likely to be held back due to exemptions and catch-up efforts.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 16

The OBBB, signed by President Trump on July 4th, includes a new school choice program that will expand private school choice nationwide. @K12Dive explains the new program k12dive.com/news/3-things-…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Who pays, who qualifies and what's next? We answer your questions about the first federally funded private school choice program available nationwide.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 14

The State of Louisiana released its newest batch of test score data last month. East Baton Rouge’s schools remained at 29% Mastery this year while statewide averages increased, reports @WBRZ wbrz.com/news/despite-s…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Despite statewide rise in test scores, only 3 districts have above half of students mastering material

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 10

With school starting next month, schools across Greater Baton Rouge are still looking for teachers across all grade levels. Look at the @teach225 job board to apply for a position today! teach225.com/current-job-op…

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 9

Across the country, states have moved to curb cellphone use in schools, including here in Louisiana. @Statesnewsroom reports on the recent congressional hearing highlighting cellphone policies in classrooms newsfromthestates.com/article/states…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. WASHINGTON — Concerns over the use of cellphones in classrooms took center stage Tuesday at a hearing in a U.S. House education panel, as an increasing number of states push to ban or restrict the...

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 8

As Louisiana plans to put a teacher pay raise on the ballot, @theadvocateBR talks to teachers about their struggles to make ends meet. theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Without changes, more Louisiana educators may leave the profession, potentially worsening the state’s teacher shortage and jeopardizing its academic progress.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 7

Seniors in the band at GEO Prep have received nearly $1 million in scholarships. Read about how band director Doretha Williams helps these young musicians gain scholarships across the region @225batonrouge 225batonrouge.com/sponsored/geo-…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Local band director, Doretha Williams, has helped five of her seniors at Geo Prep Academy secure music scholarships, including full rides. Ensuring they can take their passion for music to the next...

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 3

Are you looking to teach this fall in Baton Rouge? Once you upload your resume, the @Teach225 team will share your resume with employers in Baton Rouge with openings that match your skill set. teach225.com/current-job-op…

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 2

Louisiana teachers will get a permanent pay raise of $2,250 in the 2026-27 school year under a new law- if voters approve statewide, reports Elyse Carmosino @theadvocateBR theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/ne…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Voters will be asked next year to approve liquidating multiple state education trust funds in favor of raising Louisiana teachers' pay.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 1

NSBR and Baton Rouge charter school operators are @charteralliance National Charter Schools Conference in Orlando this week! NSBR is learning from national educators, advocates, and leaders in the charter community while building community among Baton Rouge leadership. #ncsc25

NewSchoolsBR's tweet image. NSBR and Baton Rouge charter school operators are @charteralliance National Charter Schools Conference in Orlando this week! NSBR is learning from national educators, advocates, and leaders in the charter community while building community among Baton Rouge leadership. #ncsc25

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New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jul 1

A Baton Rouge charter school that seeks to bridge the gap for dyslexia students, Louisiana Key Academy, is expanding into another location--this time, the state’s largest public school system, Jefferson Parish. Lara Nicholson reports for @theadvocateBR theadvocate.com/louisiana_insp…

NewSchoolsBR's tweet card. Find out where Louisiana Key Academy, a free school for dyslexic students, is opening next.

New Schools for BR@NewSchoolsBR · Jun 30

Use the Teach225 job board to view and apply for open positions in the Greater Baton Rouge area. Local schools still have openings across all grade levels and subjects--so apply today. teach225.com/current-job-op…