Press Conference - Media RSVP Required.What/Why:As we have been throughout this pandemic, NOLA-PS remains committed to transparency and to providing important guidance to help keep our students in school and learning. We are holding this press conference to share an update on the COVID-19 numbers in our schools; how we are...

What:As students return to in-person learning, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) remains committed to the health and safety of our school community, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure the District and our schools are supported through the duration of the pandemic.To that end, NOLA-PS will continue to...

(New Orleans – November 13, 2020) – Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Article 7, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and LSA-R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) will be held virtually on Monday, November 16, 2020 at 5:00 PM to review the 2020-2021...

(New Orleans – November 11, 2020) – Notice is hereby given, pursuant to Article 7, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and LSA-R.S. 47:1705(B) that a public hearing of the Orleans Parish School Board will be held virtually on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 5:00 PM to consider levying an additional...

(Picture Courtesy of City of New Orleans)(New Orleans - November 10, 2020) – On behalf of New Orleans Public Schools, we extend our sincerest condolences to Ruby Bridges on the passing of her mother, Lucille Bridges. We can only imagine the strength, courage, and determination that it took for Ms. Lucille...

Closes Friday, January 29, 2021 and Opens Friday, November 20, 2020To schedule a media interview with Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr., please email communications@nolapublicschools.com(New Orleans – November 20, 2020) – The annual unified application process for children wishing to attend NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) – the OneApp – opened today. New...

What:As students return to in-person learning, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) remains committed to the health and safety of our school community, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure the District and our schools are supported through the duration of the pandemic.To that end, NOLA-PS will continue to...

What: As NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) prepares its schools to resume in-person classes after Hurricane Zeta, the District remains committed to the health and safety of our school community through the duration of the pandemic.To that end, NOLA-PS will continue to provide ongoing weekly updates on any changes related to COVID-19,...

(New Orleans – October 27, 2020) – The NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) family is deeply saddened by the passing of visionary educator, Harold Clay. Mr. Clay, a lifelong educator and proud father, worked tirelessly to create a student centered culture within every school he served. He was a stabilizing force and...

(NEW ORLEANS – November 2, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) will return to regular operations Wednesday, Nov. 4, after schools have assessed and responded to the impacts of Hurricane Zeta. This return includes the full reinstatement of NOLA-PS’ community feeding program. NOLA-PS central offices and most NOLA Public Schools will...

(NEW ORLEANS – November 1, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) announced the cancellation of all distance learning and in-person classes for Monday, November 2, due to ongoing power outages across New Orleans, loss of food due to lack of refrigeration, as well as unstable internet and phone service. This decision...

(NEW ORLEANS – October 29, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) announced the cancellation of all distance learning and in-person classes for Friday, Oct. 30, due to ongoing power outages across New Orleans and to give our students, families, teachers and staff time to assess the aftermath of Hurricane Zeta. This...

(NEW ORLEANS – October 28, 2020) – In anticipation of Hurricane Zeta’s impact, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is canceling all distance learning and in-person classes tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. This includes the closure of NOLA-PS central offices. The safety of our students, their families, teachers, and staff is our top priority...

(NEW ORLEANS – October 28, 2020) – With Hurricane Zeta moving inland earlier in the day than expected, New Orleans Public Schools are instructed to end distance learning by noon today to allow our school community to prepare for storm impacts. The safety of our students, their families, teachers, and staff...

(NEW ORLEANS – October 27, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) will cancel all in-person learning tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28, in advance of Zeta. Schools will directly inform families of their individual plans for what programming may be offered remotely, due to the weather. Families should contact their schools for the...

What:As students return to in-person learning, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) remains committed to the health and safety of our school community, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure the District and our schools are supported through the duration of the pandemic.To that end, NOLA-PS will continue to...

What:As students return to in-person learning, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) remains committed to the health and safety of our school community, and we will continue to do everything we can to ensure the District and our schools are supported through the duration of the pandemic.To that end, NOLA-PS will continue to...

Superintendents to discuss how schools are doing in the midst of COVID-19.WHAT: Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. will host Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley to provide a first-hand look at how schools are doing as they return to in-person learning during a pandemic.WHEN: Monday, October 19 • 4:15...

Photo & Media Opportunities. Media RSVP Required.WHAT:NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. and Myrialis King, CEO of Community Academies, will welcome Foundation Preparatory School students back to campus Monday. As the city’s health data continues to trend in the right direction, the District will begin a phased return...

Grades 5th-12th to Reopen Monday. New COVID-19 Tracker on NOLA-PS website.(New Orleans – October 8, 2020) – As students in grades 5 – 12 prepare to return to in-person learning beginning Monday, October 12, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) remains committed to the health and safety of our school community. In collaboration...