Is your school system one of Louisiana's top performers? These systems had the highest percentage of students achieving Mastery and above on the 2025 LEAP assessment.

We’ll be deep cleaning the building this weekend, but will re-open on Monday, July 14th for all visitors and staff. Hope you’re having a great summer, Louisiana! #lalege

Through strong collaboration between schools, courts, and local agencies, West Baton Rouge Parish is making progress in addressing truancy and supporting students. Programs like Families In Need of Services (FINS) are helping families find solutions before problems escalate.

Louisiana’s made unprecedented academic progress, and the nation is taking notice. Frederick M. Hess Education Next highlights our role in the “Southern Surge” and what education experts can learn from Louisiana. #laed #lalege #lagov ow.ly/XQoL50WpFbV

The Nonpublic School Council meeting is now live on YouTube. To watch, visit shorturl.at/1Lhrc. For supporting documents, visit bese.louisiana.gov.

The Superintendents’ Advisory Council meeting is now live on YouTube. To watch, visit shorturl.at/7ndtt. For supporting documents, visit bese.louisiana.gov.

Board member, Ms. Sandy Holloway (BESE District 3), will be speaking at the Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce Business at Breakfast this Thursday. This event offers an inside look at local and state education updates and how they impact the business community. To register, visit

School’s almost back, and we’ve got your back! Before the bells ring, and the backpacks zip, check out these back-to-school tips to start the year strong! And don’t worry, parents/guardians; we didn’t forget about you! We’ve got tips for you, too. #Louisiana #Education

A new school year is just around the corner; we know it’s not just students getting ready! We’ve put together some helpful Back to School Tips for parents and guardians to make the transition smooth for the whole family. Let’s start the year strong, together! #BackToSchool

Dr. Clark, was proud to be part of the Katrina Forward Symposium, hosted by the Kathleen Blanco Public Policy Center. The event marked 20 years since Hurricanes #Katrina and #Rita, offering powerful reflections on Louisiana’s progress and the continued work ahead. It was a

Louisiana is the only state that has improved its literacy rate since 2019, according to The Nation’s Report Card. Other states have not seen the same growth. That is part of the reason why Education Sec. Linda McMahon says she is starting her nationwide tour in Louisiana, where

Louisiana is leading the conversation on how states can help more students learn to read. Cade Brumley and Secretary Linda McMahon conducting a panel on Louisiana’s literacy progress. #laed #lalege #lagov

Yesterday, BESE member Dr. Judy Armstrong met with U.S. Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon ✪, non-public school leaders, and LDOE representatives to discuss key educational priorities and strengthen collaboration across Louisiana’s school communities.

Would you like to showcase your work to thousands of Louisiana educators? Join us for two live informational webinars on Monday, August 18 to learn how to apply for the Education Expo at Teacher Leader Summit 2026. Learn more: ow.ly/ISkr50WGgTx

At the August Board meeting today, LDOE recognized the top school systems for earning #STEM Diploma Seals. Congratulations to DeSoto Parish School System, East Baton Rouge Parish School System, and Lafayette Parish School System!