National WWII Museum Nominates Adams Middle Educator for Harris History...
Esther Perez-Zemmels Esther Perez-Zemmels of Adams Middle was nominated for the Harris History Teacher Award by the The National World War II Museum, administrator of the National History Day program...
View ArticleJoin Dr. Brumley for Coffee Chat or Town Hall as part of his Discovery Days
Jefferson Parish Public School System Superintendent Dr. Cade Brumley is inviting the community to join him for coffee and a town hall as part of a larger plan to understand the district from as many...
View ArticleDr. Brumley’s 100-Day Plan Weekly Update: First 25 Days
This is the first in a weekly series of posts updating the public on the progress of Dr. Cade Brumley’s 100-day entry plan. To view his complete plan, click here. To view a table outlining his...
View ArticleRiverdale High Students Earn Thousands in Scholarships from Rodrigue Art Contest
“The Swamp has Eyes” Riverdale High’s Karrington Nicholas and Christy Lindley were two of just 10 seniors to win scholarship money in the annual George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts contest....
View ArticleDr. Brumley’s 100-Day Plan Weekly Update: April 27
This is the second in a weekly series of posts updating the public on the progress of Dr. Cade Brumley’s 100-day entry plan. To view his complete plan, click here. To view a table outlining his...
View ArticleApply for our Remaining Advanced Study Academies Openings June 11-22
The Jefferson Parish Public School System will hold a second Advanced Study Academies application window from June 11-22. This two week window is for ASAs that still have openings for the 2018-19...
View ArticleJPPSS Voter Registration Week is April 30 to May 4
The Jefferson Parish School Board declared April 30 through May 4 as High School Voter Registration Week in the Jefferson Parish Public School System. JPPSS is partnering with the Jeremiah Group to...
View ArticleJPPSS Hosts Parents for Two FAFSA Days
The Jefferson Parish Public School System hosted two special days to help parents and our high school seniors prepare for graduation. Submitting a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is a...
View ArticleESL Parent Center Hosts Workshop on Teens and the Law
The Jefferson Parish Public School System Office of English Language Learners and the Jefferson Parish Coroner are offering a workshop on teens and the law. This free class will be offered May 10 from...
View ArticleDr. Brumley’s 100-Day Plan Weekly Update: May 4
This is the third in a weekly series of posts updating the public on the progress of Dr. Cade Brumley’s 100-day entry plan. The video above was presented to the school board during the meeting on May...
View Article#JPPSSThankATeacher During Teacher Appreciation Week May 7-11
Click to enlarge The Jefferson Parish Public School System celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week May 7-11, 2018. Our teachers change the lives of our nearly 50,000 students every day. Their work and...
View ArticleDr. Brumley Hosts Twitter Chat for JPPSS Students May 17 at 7:30 p.m.
If you want to get to know our students, you need to go where they are. And nowadays, that’s on social media. Dr. Cade Brumley is hosting his first Twitter chat as Jefferson Parish Public School System...
View ArticleJPPSS Graduation Schedule for Class of 2018
Graduations for the Class of 2018 in the Jefferson Parish Public School System will take place May 12-23. Please see the list below for graduation dates for all our high schools. If you have questions,...
View ArticleDr. Brumley’s 100-Day Plan Weekly Update: May 11
This is the fourth in a weekly series updating the public on the progress of Dr. Cade Brumley’s 100-day entry plan. To view his complete plan, click here. To view a table outlining his progress to...
View ArticleJPPSS 2018 Regular Summer School Information
The Jefferson Parish Public School System (JPPSS) will offer Summer School for credit recovery, removal of deficiencies or new credit for students presently enrolled in grades 8-12. All course work...
View Article2018-19 Early Registration Takes Place June 4-6
Early registration for the 2018-19 school year for all students (K-12) will take place June 4-6. This registration period is for students who are new to the Jefferson Parish Public School System....
View ArticleFree Swimming Lessons Through Partnership with YMCA and JCF
Interested in free swim lessons for your child? A partnership between the YMCA, the Jefferson Community Foundation, and the Jefferson Parish Public School System will provide free swim lessons at...
View ArticleDr. Brumley’s 100-Day Plan Weekly Update: May 18
This is the fifth in a weekly series updating the public on the progress of Dr. Cade Brumley’s 100-day entry plan. To view his complete plan, click here. To view a table outlining his progress to date,...
View ArticleJohnson Gretna Park Elementary Builds Relationships, Repairs Conflicts...
Shirley Johnson Gretna Park Elementary Principal Michelle Montagnino calls restorative approaches a “beautiful addition” to her school. This alternative approach to school discipline has caused a...
View ArticleWatch the Dedication Ceremony for Ray St. Pierre Academy
The Jefferson Parish School Board voted to rename Marrero Academy to Ray St. Pierre Academy following the passing of the longtime educator and board member. A dedication ceremony was held for the...
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