Natchitoches Parish School Board

Inspire the next generation at NSU Middle Lab📚😈 If you love helping students grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Be a part of an amazing team that makes a difference every day! Position: 6th-7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher Location: NSU Middle Lab School For qualifications and details, visit www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities or email Linda Page at LPage@npsb.la. 📌 Apply today: www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities #NPSB #JoinOurTeam #TogetherWeCan

We had some amazing students participate in the Special Olympics at NSU on Tuesday!🏅 We are beyond proud of their sportsmanship and incredible performances on the track and field. They gave it their all and dominated the events, and had fun doing so too💪🎉 #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan #SpecialOlympics

We are thrilled to announce that Armetrice Williams, Principal of M.R. Weaver Elementary, has been named one of the 24 semi-finalists for Louisiana Principal of the Year by the LDOE! 🎉🌟🍎 Each year, the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), in partnership with Dream Teachers and the Louisiana Association of Principals, recognizes the state’s most exceptional educators through the Teacher and Principal of the Year programs. These programs honor educators who make extraordinary gains with students and serve as models of excellence in their communities. Mrs. Williams is a shining example of this excellence. She is deeply respected and appreciated by her students and staff, always putting her school at the forefront and striving for success. Her dedication and passion make a lasting impact on M.R. Weaver every day. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Williams on this incredible achievement! We wish her the best as the finalists are selected.💙 #NPSBProud #ExcellenceInEducation #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Jennifer Weatherford ✨ Jenny is our districts incredible Speech-Language Pathologist! She is a beautiful soul with endless passion and love for NPSB students. She gives her all to provide care and treatment for children in our district facing communication challenges. Her kindness, dedication, and infectious joy make a difference in every school she visits. We are beyond grateful for everything she does to support our students! We'd like to give a big THANK YOU for her hard work and heart! 💙👏 #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #MakingADifference #AllStarEmployee

Great careers start with great teams. Join ours!💥 Natchitoches Parish School Board has two job openings available: ✅ Crossing Guard — Help keep our students safe! ✅ Retirement Coordinator & Accounting Assistant — Support our team with essential financial operations! Find the qualifications for each position in the graphic below. Join us in making a difference in students lives every day! 🔗 Apply today: www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities For questions or additional details, visit www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities or email Linda Page at LPage@npsb.la. #NPSBJobs #HiringNow #JoinOurTeam

Some of the Natchitoches Parish School Board team, including Superintendent Dr. Grant Eloi, recently spoke with a large National Outlet about the incredible academic progress happening in our district! 🌟🎙️ The article highlights the remarkable strides made over the past five years, including: 📈 Higher proficiency on LEAP assessments 📚 Louisiana’s 4th graders jumped from 50th in the nation (2019) to 16th in reading 🎓 Increases in graduation rates, ACT scores, AP credit attainment, and dual enrollment credentials These achievements are a testament to the dedication and hard work of our educators and students. We’re honored to share our story and excited for what’s ahead! 🔗 Read the full NPR article here: https://www.npr.org/2025/03/13/nx-s1-5304415/louisiana-reading 📹 Listen to the NPR radio segment: https://5il.co/3ajim #NPSB #AcademicExcellence #EducationMatters #TogetherWeCan

Parent/Teacher Conferences are happening this week! 📝 📚Thursday, March 13: Student-led conferences from 3:30-6:30PM 📚️Friday, March 14: 8AM-12PM All students will complete lessons virtually on Friday! 🏀 Natchitoches Central Parents: Due to the Chiefs' state semi-finals basketball game on Thursday, all conferences for NCHS will take place on Friday 8AM-12PM only. Check with your child’s teacher for your scheduled meeting time! This is a great opportunity to discuss progress and celebrate achievements. Classes resume on Monday, March 17. #NPSBProud #ParentTeacherConferences #TogetherWeCan

The application deadlines for Natchitoches Magnet and NSU E-Lab Kindergarten are quickly approaching! Don't miss your chance to apply‼️ NATCHITOCHES MAGNET🧡 🔗 Apply Now: https://rb.gy/tw9p42 🗓 Deadline: Thursday, March 14, at 12PM ✔️ Admissions are based on availability, test scores, and discipline records. To remain enrolled, students must maintain a 2.5 GPA, have good attendance and discipline records, and score Basic or higher on standardized tests. NSU E-LAB (KINDERGARTEN)😈 🔗 Apply Now: https://rb.gy/yf1suh 🗓 Deadline: Monday, March 31 at 3PM ✔️ Children must be 5 years old before 9/30/25. ✔️ Applications can be picked up at the school or printed from the link above. Email completed applications to Jessica.Mooney@npsb.la or drop them off in-person. **Applications for all other grade levels at NSU E-Lab remain open year-round.** #NPSBProud #ApplyNow #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Kanika Revels!✨ This week, we proudly recognize Kanika Revels, a dedicated Executive Secretary at the NPSB Central Office. Kanika’s hard work, unwavering support for her colleagues, and positive attitude make her an invaluable part of our team. Always ready to lend a helping hand, she goes above and beyond to strengthen our organization and uplift those around her. Congratulations, Kanika, and thank you for all that you do!👏 #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan #AllStarOfTheWeek

STATE CHAMPS! 🏆🏀 Huge congratulations to the Lakeview Lady Gators on bringing home the State Championship WIN today! 🔥 Final Score: Lakeview 38 - Arcadia 34 We couldn’t be prouder of our Lady Gators for their determination, heart, and hard work all season long. You gave it your all and made history! Here’s to the champions! 👏 #NPSBProud #LadyGators #LakeviewGirlsBasketball #StateChampions

Happy National Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day 🔧 The NPSB maintenance team keep our schools running smoothly every day and we are incredibly grateful for their commitment, hard work, and the countless behind-the-scenes efforts that ensure everything stays in top shape for students and staff. Their dedication does not go unnoticed.👏 #NPSB #MaintenanceWorkerAppreciationDay #TogetherWeCan

March 2-8, 2025, we celebrate National School Work Week: a time to recognize and appreciate the profound impact our school social workers have on our school community🌟 Special thanks to all of NPSB's amazing social workers for being an essential part of our school family and for all the incredible work you do every day! At NPSB, our social workers go above and beyond to provide support, guidance, and resources to those in need. Their dedication, compassion, and hard work help create brighter futures for so many! #NPSB #SocialWorkerWeek #ThankYou #TogetherWeCan

Parents, it’s almost time! Early Childhood enrollment events are NEXT WEEK! 🏫✨ Be sure to gather the following required documents to make registration quick and easy: ✅ Child’s Immunization Record ✅ Child’s Birth Certificate ✅ Child’s Social Security Card ✅ Parent/Guardian License or Photo I.D. ✅ Current Proof of Residence ✅ Proof of Income Make plans to attend registration at your child’s school and take the first step toward an exciting year of learning! 📚✏️ #NPSB #FutureScholars #TogetherWeCan

NPSB is offering a FREE screening clinic as part of our Child Find initiative for children ages 2.5 - 4 years old!🧸🧩 This screening is an opportunity to identify potential concerns and provide early support for children who may have a disability. Our pupil appraisal team—including specialists like educational diagnosticians, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and more—will conduct evaluations in key developmental areas. 📅 Thursday, March 13, 2025 from 9-11AM 📍 Gold Street Head Start (1504 Gold Street, Natchitoches, LA) Early intervention makes a difference! If you have a child who may benefit from a screening, don’t miss this important opportunity. #NPSB #ChildFind #TogetherWeCan

Attention Lakeview Jr./Sr. High Parents! 📢 School will be closed on Friday, March 7, to give our students and staff the opportunity to support our Lady Gators in the girls basketball State Championship game 🏀 GAME DETAILS: 🗓 Friday, March 7, at 4PM 📍 Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, LA We encourage everyone to come out and cheer on our team! Let’s pack the stands and show our Gator pride 🐊🎉 #GoGators #StateChampionship #LakeviewPride #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Lindsay Waters ⭐ Lindsay, an outstanding floating school nurse for NPSB, is well deserving of this spotlight on excellence! 🩺💙 She goes above and beyond for both her students and colleagues, providing compassionate, high-quality care across the parish. Her dedication, expertise, and kindness make a lasting impact on every campus she serves. Whether she’s ensuring students receive the care they need or supporting her fellow nurses, Lindsay embodies excellence in school healthcare. We are incredibly proud to have her as part of #TeamNPSB!👏 #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan #AllStarOfTheWeek

LAKEVIEW GATORS ARE HEADING TO THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! 🐊🏀 Congratulations to our Lakeview High School Lady Gators on their hard-fought 48-44 victory today! 🎉 This incredible win has secured their spot in the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP!🏆👏 We are beyond proud of these athletes for their hard work, determination, and team spirit! Let’s show them ALL the support as they prepare to bring home the CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE! #GoGators #StateBound #ChampionshipHereWeCome #NPSBProud #GatorNation #TogetherWeCan

Community Town Hall Meeting 📢 Join us this Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Natchitoches Jr. High-Frankie Ray Jackson School for an important Town Hall Meeting immediately following the NPSB Committee Meeting. 🕔Committee Meeting: 5PM 🕕Town Hall Meeting: 6PM Topic of discussion: New district proposal that involves the re-banding of city schools, a decision that will shape the future of our district. This is a key opportunity for parents, educators, and community members to gain insight, ask questions, and share feedback. Your voice matters! Let’s work together for the future of Natchitoches Parish Schools!📚🌟 #NPSB #TownHallMeeting #CommunityEngagement #FutureOfEducation #TogetherWeCan

Check out what’s on the menu for all NPSB schools in March! 🥪🍎 📢 Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on March 13 from 3:30-6:30PM and March 14 from 8AM-12PM. 🚨 Students will be out of school on March 14 for PTC. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #HealthyChoices

As February comes to an end, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible Black History Month programs hosted across our schools💛💚❤️ From powerful performances to inspiring presentations, these programs showcased the dedication, talent, and passion within our school communities. We are so proud of our students for their creativity and hard work, and we deeply appreciate our educators and staff for guiding them through this journey of learning and celebration.👏🏼 #NPSBProud #BlackHistoryMonth #TogetherWeCan