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Orleans Parish School Facilities Master Plan

http://sfmpop.org/home/

The School Facilities Master Plan is a comprehensive plan for the Orleans Parish public schools. The plan will serve as a blueprint to guide future school renovations and new construction. It is a joint project of the Recovery School District (RSD) and the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB). Visit the website for more information. more

The New Orleans Parents' Guide to Public Schools 2009-2010

http://nolaparentsguide.org/

This guide is a must-have for all parents of New Orleans public school children. Download the guide on Nolaparentsguide.org for information on open public schools, policies, school administration, how to register, and more. The new edition includes information about several new schools coming online for the 2009-2010 school year, a simple explanation of how to apply for and enroll in schools, updated data about schools and other exciting new features. You can also find copies at most public schools and public library branches in New Orleans. Check the site regularly for updates and other public school resources. more

New Orleans Public Schools Common Application Process

http://www.rsdla.net

New Orleans public/RSD school registration deadline was March 30th.
Most public schools in New Orleans, both traditional and charter, are banding together to offer a Common Application form and unified timeline for parent notification and student registration. Parents who are enrolling students in public school for the first time or who are looking for a different public school for their children can use the Common Application form to apply to any participating school and can also apply for multiple schools.
The applications are currently available at any participating school, the Recovery School District's Welcome School, at 2239 Poydras St., the Orleans Parish School Board Office, 3520 General DeGaulle Drive, and online at www.rsdla.net. more

Map of Open and Closed Orleans Parish Public Schools (.pdf)

http://www.gnocdc.org/maps/orleans_schools.pdf

This map put together by the Greater New Orleans Community Data Center lists open and closed Orleans Parish schools. Contact the Louisiana Deptartment of Education at 877-453-2721 for information about enrolling your child in school. more

Orleans Parish School Close-Ups

http://www.sosnola.org/nocloseups/

This online database put together by Save Our Schools NOLA, features profiles of all New Orleans public, charter, and Recovery School District schools. The database includes test scores, extracurricular activities, admission criteria, and neighborhood and school demographics to help parents choose the best schools for their children. Search by school name, neighborhood, or other pre-set searches. more

New Orleans Charter Schools Blog

http://blog.nola.com/charterschools/

This Nola.com blog features the latest news and information about New Orleans-area charter schools.

Agenda For Children Child Care and Schools Referral

http://www.agendaforchildren.org/ccr.htm

If you need help finding available child care in the New Orleans area, call Agenda For Children's Child Care Resources Program for a free referral. You can get help finding quality schools, child care centers, family child care homes, summer camps, nursery schools, and before/after school programs. Call 1-800-486-1712 or 504-586-8509 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday or e-mail: information@agendaforchildren.org. more

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Louisiana Department of Education

http://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

The Louisiana Department of Education website features the latest information on schools in Louisiana. Find out about school openings in affected parishes as well as details about the Recovery School District. The website also contains resources for teachers and students. more

New Orleans Schools

http://www.nolapublicschools.net/

St. Bernard Parish Schools

http://www.stbernard.k12.la.us/

St. Tammany Parish Schools

http://www.stpsb.org/

Plaquemines Parish Schools

http://www.ppsb.org/

Cameron Parish Schools

http://www.camsch.org/

Calcasieu Parish School Board

http://www.cpsb.org/

Lafourche Parish Schools

http://lafourche.k12.la.us/

Tangipahoa Parish Schools

http://www.tangischools.org/

Terrebonne Parish Schools

http://www.tpsd.org/2005/

Washington Parish Schools

http://www.wpsb.org/

Other Useful Information Back to Top

Connect2Educate

http://www.connect2educate.org

Connect2Educate provides a means and an opportunity for schools and resource providers to share information, make personal contact, and determine interest in pursuing the connection of that resource to the school and its constituents. This organization aims to keep schools informed of the wide array of services and resources at their disposal, help school leaders make informed and logical decisions about programming for their students, encourage better coordination between school needs and available services, and to help service providing organizations increase visibility and impact of services. more

EducateNow!

http://www.educatenow.net/

EducateNow! is a site dedicated to the ongoing reforms in the New Orleans public school system. It has excellent mailing list options with updates about Charter Schools, the RSD and other K-12 information. more

Jefferson Dollars for Scholars

http://www.jeffersondollarsforscholars.org/

Jefferson Dollars for Scholars helps provide educational opportunities for Jefferson Parish Public School students through scholarships and academic support. Find out more about college scholarships, academic enrichment scholarships, and ACT prep programs by calling (504) 831-1565 more

Louisiana Department of Education Child and Adult Care Food Program

http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/nutrition/1958.html

The Louisiana Department of Education offers the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). All participants who are recipients of FITAP, Food Stamp, FDPIR assistance units, SSI or Medicaid are automatically eligible to receive free meal benefits. Click the link for eligibility requirements or call 877-453-2721. more

TeachNOLA

http://www.teachnola.org/index.html

TeachNOLA is a program designed to recruit and train motivated individuals to teach in the New Orleans Recovery School District. You do not need an education degree to join this program. Visit the website for more information. more

Louisiana TeachNext

http://www.louisianateachnext.org

Louisiana TeachNext is an innovative degree program at Delgado and Nunez community colleges in New Orleans designed to attract talented individuals looking for a flexible and cost-effective way to pursue a college degree and begin the path toward becoming certified elementary teachers.

Families Helping Families of Jefferson

http://www.fhfjefferson.org/

FHF is an information and referral service for people with disabilities and their families, including information on educational services and other needs. Visit the website or call (504) 888-9111 or (800) 766-7736.

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