Natchitoches Parish School Board

We would like to thank Dorothy McGaskey, District 3, for everything she does as a Board Member to better Natchitoches Parish Schools. If you know Mrs. McGaskey, you know there is no one who advocates more for the students, teachers, and staff in our district. Thank you Mrs. McGaskey for your unwavering dedication to our mission and vision here at NPSB. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

Today we would like to thank Tan'Keia Palmer, District 2, for her service on the Natchitoches Parish School Board. Thank you Ms. Palmer for your endless support and dedication to our students and staff in Natchitoches Parish Schools! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

Are you a high school senior interested in becoming a certified pharmacy technician? Look no further. NPSB is once again offering an after school pharmacy technician certification course beginning in February 2024. Students will earn a stipend of $800, valuable workplace-based learning experiences, and an opportunity to leave high school as a certified pharmacy technician. If you are a senior graduating in May of 2024 and interested, please fill out our survey at https://www.npsb.la/article/1424735. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #NPSBCTETuesday

Today we recognize Barbara Page, District 1 for her first year serving on our board. Thank you Mrs. Page for your efforts and dedication to our students and schools! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

We would like to thank Russell Danzy, District 10, for his commitment to Natchitoches Parish Schools as our Board Vice President. Your dedication to the education of our students is admirable and we can't thank you enough for everything you do to better our district as a whole! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

January is School Board Member Appreciation Month! Today we would like to thank Billy Benefield Jr., District 4, for serving as our 2023-2024 Board President. Thank you Mr. Benefield for serving the students of Natchitoches Parish Schools and making a positive impact on our district! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth

Today we shine the spotlight on Mrs. Eden Rodriguez at Natchitoches Central High School! Mrs. Rodriguez is a standout educator who sets demanding goals for her students and gives them the tools they need to reach them. She is such a light and encourages her students to do their best and succeed in their academic careers. Thank you Mrs. Rodriguez for helping us to better Natchitoches Parish Schools! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #TeachNatchitochesThursday

Reminder that all NPSB schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 15th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #MLKDay2024

This week, we shine the spotlight on our very own Mrs. Shenita Nolley at our central office! Mrs. Nolley is the glue that holds our Personnel Department together. She is always outgoing and supportive in any situation she meets. She goes above and beyond at all times and is such a welcoming face to each and every staff member. Thank you Mrs. Nolley for everything you do to better Natchitoches Parish Schools! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #TeachNatchitochesThursday

Welcome back students!! We would like to kick off 2024 by congratulating a few of our CTE students on receiving their Career and Technical Certificates (CTC) during BPCC’s Fall Commencement. These students also received dual enrollment credit that will go toward their post-secondary education. These are the first steps to receiving their technical diplomas and Associate's Degrees. We are so proud of these students and can't wait to see how successful they will be in the future!! Students interested in our CTE courses should contact their school counselor. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #CTETuesday2024

We spy our very own Katrice LaCour from NSU Middle Lab School all the way in California for the Tournament of Roses Parade! As the NSU Middle Lab School Orchestra Director and Louisiana Music Educators Hall of Fame Inductee, Mr. LaCour will be representing Natchitoches on the Explore Louisiana float this year. Don’t forget to tune in tomorrow on New Years Day for the mid parade television performance! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #TeachNatchitoches

Join us for our last Parent/Teacher Conferences of 2023 and find out what all your student has learned this year!! Don’t forget, all students will be virtual tomorrow due to our morning conferences. We will see all students back in the classroom on January 9th! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP

Look out Santa, you have some competition! 🎄🎁 Today, NPSB had the honor of following Mr. Shepherd around as he handed out goodie bags to our Cubs at LP Vaughn Elementary with the help of several volunteers. Mr. Shepherd has been giving gifts to all the students at L.P. Vaughn Elementary for over 8 years during the Christmas season. His generosity and love for the students was truly shown today and we are so happy we were able to be a part of this incredible act of kindness. Stay tuned next week for more on this wonderful story! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #AShepherd'sHeart

Today we would like to spotlight Mrs. Aleisa Hudlow for her work as a band director in Natchitoches Parish Schools. Mrs. Hudlow fosters a love for music in her students that is truly inspiring. If you ever have the opportunity to see her students leaving the band room, you will see nothing but smiling faces. Thank you to Mrs. Hudlow for the dedication, passion, and hard work she puts into her instruction each and every day! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #TeachNatchitochesThursday

UPDATE: This morning, the Natchitoches Parish School district received a bomb threat regarding LP Vaughn Elementary and Natchitoches Junior High-Frankie Ray Jackson School. The Natchitoches Police Department, Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office and Natchitoches Fire Department searched the campus for any suspicious items. After a thorough search of the property, NPSB officials were notified that the school may resume normal operations. We messaged all parents as quickly as we could with the information that we had. We believe it is safe to have students in class and both NJH and L.P. Vaughn campuses will resume classes as normal tomorrow. Please know, that we take the safety and security of our students and staff very seriously. It is unfortunate that these threats are being made in schools and school districts across the country. The Natchitoches Police Department is actively investigating this event and more details will be released as they become available. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP

This morning, the Natchitoches Parish School district received a bomb threat regarding Natchitoches Junior High-Frankie Ray Jackson School and LP Vaughn Elementary. All students, faculty and staff are safe. Both campuses have been evacuated and a thorough investigation is currently being conducted by law enforcement. Due to the ongoing threat assessment by law enforcement, NPSB will be conducting early dismissal for both schools. Parents who would like to pick up their child can do so beginning at 10:15am. All students who ride a bus will be transported home beginning at 10:30am. NPSB officials are working closely with law enforcement officers and will update parents once the investigation is concluded.

This week's spotlight is on Tara Sapp at Natchitoches Parish Technical and Career Center. She wears many hats in her role and always goes above and beyond for her students. Her commitment to her school community is unmatched. Thank you Mrs. Sapp for all you do to better Natchitoches Parish Schools!! #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #TeachNatchitochesThursday

All Natchitoches Parish School Board phones are currently offline throughout the district. We are working closely with CP-TEL to get our phone system back up and operational. If you need to get in contact with a school or an employee, please contact them via email. You can also message us or your child's school on Facebook if you have any questions or need assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience and will update families once phones are operational. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP

The Air Force JROTC Cadets at Lakeview Jr./Senior High School recently started building their Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), otherwise known as drones. As part of the Aerospace Science component of the program, this year's JROTC curriculum is focused on the Science of Flight. During class they have learned how heavier-than-air flight is achieved and how the physics of flight works. Now, the cadets are applying some of their knowledge by building and eventually flying drones as part of their class. There are many good paying careers out there that do not require a four-year degree. Cadets with a strong desire to pursue this career path could graduate high school with an FAA Part 107 pilot license which would enable them to go work as a full time drone pilot for companies in many different industries. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #NPSBCTETuesday

All Natchitoches Parish Schools and facilities will be closed on Friday, December 1, 2023 due to the Natchitoches Christmas Festival weekend. We hope everyone enjoys the festivities! We will see all students and staff back on Monday, December 4th. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #PPoP #NatchitochesChristmasFestival2023