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Shreveport and Bossier Schools Open

Robert and Erin — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 12:41:21 +0000

This week’s blast of winter weather in Shreveport, Bossier and other nearby cities has led to a round of school closings. Here is how Caddo Parish schools, Northwestern State University and more are dealing with the weather. Schools Caddo and Bossier Parish schools are open today. Webster Parish public schools will be closed Wednesday, January [...]

Back to the Books for Caddo Students

Robert and Erin — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:57:53 +0000

photo by Erin McCarty Buses are rolling and Caddo Parish students are headed back to class today. Parents were out in force snapping up school supplies to make sure their children were ready for day 1. photo by Erin McCarty Most of the stores have the supply lists for local schools. But you can also [...]

Back To School Dates Set!

Robert and Erin — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 11:15:36 +0000

That noise you hear coming from your kid's room may be their wailing and gnashing of teeth as youngsters' anxiety and dread begins to build...with the approach of a new school year. If you don't know the exact dates and would like to know for your own convenience...or to torture your own young 'uns, just keep on reading.

Caddo Parish Schools Technology Summer Camp for Parents and Kids

Mary Martin — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 21:01:01 +0000

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If you find yourself at a loss when it comes to Facebook, Twitter, and texting, but your kids are crazy about science, Caddo Parish Public Schools is putting on a free week of technology training for parents and a youth summer science camp.

Power Outage Causes Problems At Two Caddo Schools

Rick Taylor — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 04:59:33 +0000

Broadmoor and Riverside were still having power issues this evening. SWEPCO tells the central office it has most of the main circuits back up in the parish and crews are currently checking each of the schools where problems were had today.

The State Of Louisiana DOE Releases Unacceptable Schools List

Rick Taylor — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 03:49:19 +0000

Caddo Superintendent Dr. Geral Dawkins highlights measures being taken to move district forward. The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) today issued its list of schools identified for improvement, revealing areas of gain and needed focus for the state’s school districts. In Caddo Parish, one school, J.S. Clark MicroSociety, exited AU status this year. Nineteen schools [...]

Shots For Tots And Captains Back To School Bash

BJ Kelley — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 20:10:30 +0000

Can you believe it? The 2011 school year gets under way just around the corner! And so begins all the cheering from parents… And making sure your kids are up to date on their immunizations! With that in mind, Shots For Tots has teamed up with the Shreveport Captains for a Back To School bash [...]

A Sad Day For Caddo Parish Public Schools

Rick Taylor — Fri, 06 May 2011 04:40:44 +0000

Longtime Caddo Parish educator and administrator Wanda Gunn died today after a short battle with cancer.

On Wednesday, February 9, Mrs. Gunn saw her primary physician complaining of lack of appetite and feeling bloated. He ordered blood work and a scan; she met with other doctors, had additional blood work and more scans. On Tuesday, February 22, she had surgery for primary peritoneal cancer.

Mayor Glover to Honor Students Tomorrow In The Skybox

Rick Taylor — Thu, 05 May 2011 06:09:31 +0000

Dozens of Caddo Parish high school seniors will join Mayor Cedric Glover, principals and other dignitaries at a picnic-themed luncheon Tomorrow, Friday, May 6, 2011, at the Independence Stadium Skybox on the Louisiana State Fairgrounds. Mayor Glover is hosting the midday event to acknowledge the hard work and dedication these top students have demonstrated during their [...]

All Bienville Parish Schools Open Today

Rick Taylor — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 05:01:09 +0000

Superintendent William Britt has confirmed that the electricity problem at Gibsland-Coleman has been resolved, as has all water issues at Ringgold Elementary and Ringgold High School (Grades 6 – 12). All issues were a result of the storms that blew through our area Tuesday night, into Wednesday morning. Again, all Bienville Parish Schools will have [...]