Louisiana schools

Recent changes in Louisiana laws regarding physical discipline have left many parents unsure of whether their kids can or can't be paddled at school.

Just before the close of the legislative session at the state capital, lawmakers have decided that all 5-year-olds in Louisiana must attend kindergarten.

Some thought that schools would be COVID superspreaders. But that hasn't been the case in Louisiana, with less than 1% of students testing positive.

Louisiana Schools did not perform well in this years data, which is similar to the last few years

The Director of the CDC talks about minimal COVID dangers for students, and concerns around rising student suicide rates, food safety, and other critical issues

One of the big unanswered questions will be how students will, or won't, progress for their academic futures.

During today's briefing, the Governor said all current proclamations will be extended to at least April 30th

The Louisiana Department of Education has gone live with their new website, LouisianaSchools.com, to help parents decide what schools will be best for their children.

Louisiana's public school financing formula won't be facing cuts next year from Governor John Bel Edwards, despite the state's deep budget gaps.