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NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is a community of public schools in New Orleans. The schools are committed to preparing students to succeed in life. NOLA-PS also aims to improve the quality of life for students, parents, educators, faculty, and administrative leadership.
NOLA Public Schools Blog
1w ago
DATELINE - ### About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district's administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 67 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Avis Williams, the f ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
3w ago
(New Orleans – April 30, 2024) – Today, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) released its NOLA-PS Common Application Process (NCAP) Main Round placement results for Early Childhood and grades K-12 for the 2024-2025 school year. Families can log-in and review those placement results for Early Childhood by visiting: apply.avela.org/nolaps and placement resu ..read more
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1M ago
(New Orleans – April 9, 2024) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is closely monitoring weather conditions for Wednesday, April 10th, as numerous severe storms and heavy rainfall are anticipated. As of now, there is no significant threat to the morning school arrival process. However, concerns heighten for the afternoon to early evening hours, where da ..read more
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1M ago
Meet the new NOLA-PS CAO & Director of Fine Arts, as well as the Principal of The Leah Chase School (New Orleans – April 12, 2024) — As the eagerly anticipated opening of The Leah Chase School draws near, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) proudly announces the addition of three distinguished professionals to its team. These appointments mark a sign ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
2M ago
(New Orleans – March 21, 2024) — Eager to embark on a journey that signifies a monumental milestone in the city's educational history, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) proudly announces the commencement of community meetings for the new, direct-run Leah Chase School – the first traditional public school for the district in nearly two decades. "I'm gra ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
2M ago
Event Supported by Special Olympics Louisiana Unified Champion Schools WHAT: NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is excited to receive $25,000 from Special Olympics Louisiana as it officially kicks-off the Opening Ceremony of its annual Dr. Rosalynne B. Dennis Fitness Challenge supported by Special Olympics Louisiana Unified Champion Schools! WHEN: Tuesd ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
3M ago
(New Orleans – February 27, 2024) — The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) unanimously approved the creation of The Leah Chase School, a direct-run institution under the auspices of NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS). It will be the district's first, permanent direct-run school in 18 years. This decision marks a significant step towards providing a high ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
3M ago
Plessy to remain in McKenna Building (New Orleans – February 27, 2024) — Homer Plessy Community Schools (Plessy Schools) and NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) are pleased to jointly announce a significant decision regarding the permanent site for Homer Plessy Community School's elementary program. After careful consideration and community engagement, t ..read more
NOLA Public Schools Blog
3M ago
(New Orleans – February 22, 2024) — It is with a heavy heart that NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) acknowledges the passing of a cherished member of the New Orleans community, Edgar L. "Dooky" Chase III. On behalf of NOLA-PS, we extend our deepest condolences to the Chase family during this difficult time. Dooky III was not only a beloved patriarch of ..read more
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3M ago
(New Orleans – February 22, 2024) — In a continued commitment to honoring Black History Month, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS), along with The Blairisms, presents a series of engaging events featuring the remarkable talents of scholars from The Delores Taylor Arthur School for Young Men. The month-long celebration will culminate in a closing event ho ..read more