Natchitoches Parish School Board

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Shirley Hayes✨🍎

This week, we’re shining the spotlight on Shirley Hayes, Cafeteria Manager at Lakeview Jr. & Sr. High School!
Ms. Shirley is known for her warm smile, positive attitude, and unwavering dedication to the students and staff she serves each day. She goes above and beyond to make sure every meal is prepared with care and every student feels seen and valued. Her leadership, work ethic, and genuine kindness make her a true All-Star in every sense of the word💫

Thank you, Ms. Shirley, for the love and excellence you bring to Lakeview every single day!🐊🧡

#NPSB #AllStarOfTheWeek #TogetherWeCan

Information About the November 15th Bond Election:
The upcoming November 15th bond election affects residents living in the Provencal School District, which includes the Provencal and Cloutierville areas. The proposal concerns funding for Provencal Elementary and Junior High.

If approved, the bond would:
Restructure existing Provencal construction debt from a previous bond issue.
Align taxing districts with current attendance zones, so that tax collections correspond to where students attend school.

The proposed bond would generate $12.5 million for facility and equipment improvements at Provencal School. Planned projects include:
Replacing the school’s HVAC (heating and cooling) system
Upgrading classrooms and technology
Making repairs to the building and campus
Improving athletic and music facilities

If approved, the estimated tax impact would be:
A 5-mill reduction for residents in the current Provencal taxing district.
A 15-mill increase for residents in the current Cloutierville taxing district.

If not approved, millage rates, existing debt structures would remain in place and none of the proposed construction would take place.

Don’t forget to “fall back” this weekend!⏰🍂

Daylight saving time ends this Sunday, November 2. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night. Enjoy the extra hour of rest before the new week begins!

#DaylightSavings #NPSB #TogetherWeCan

November Dining Menus🦃🍪

From classroom favorites to seasonal specials, there’s something delicious for everyone in November including our Thanksgiving Lunch on Thursday, November 20🍗

As a reminder, all NPSB schools will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28.

We hope everyone enjoys this month’s meals and a well-deserved holiday break with family and friends!💛

#NPSB #DiningMenus #ThanksgivingBreak #NatchitochesParishSchools #TogetherWeCan

Be part of something bigger. Educate, inspire, and lead.🌟

At Natchitoches Parish Schools, our people make the difference. Whether in the classroom, on a bus, or behind the scenes, every role plays a vital part in helping our students succeed.

We’re currently looking to fill several key positions, including:
📌Director of Finance (District)
📌Speech-Language Pathologist (District)
📌Special Education Teacher (District)
📌Algebra/Geometry Teacher (Lakeview High School)

🔗 View openings and apply here: npsb.la/page/careers

NPSB offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, built-in holidays and breaks, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment that values its employees.

We also have other openings available online; if you’re interested in joining a team that’s committed to excellence, collaboration, and community, we encourage you to explore all current positions and apply today!

#NowHiring #EducationJobs #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #TeachingJobs #NatchitochesParishSchools

All Star of the Week: Mrs. Hayley Norwood 🌟

This week, we’re celebrating Mrs. Norwood, a dedicated kindergarten teacher at Fairview Alpha Elementary! 💫💜

Her passion for teaching shines through in everything she does, from the care she shows her students to the positivity she brings to her classroom every single day. Her colleagues describe her as an inspiring role model whose kindness, professionalism, and commitment uplift everyone around her.

Thank you, Mrs. Norwood, for leading with heart and making a lasting impact on your students and school community!

#NPSB #TogetherWeCan #FairviewAlpha #AllStarOfTheWeek

We’re very excited to announce that Natchitoches Parish Schools has been awarded a grant from the Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund to support our STEM Powered Natchitoches Initiative! 🤖💡

Thanks to this generous support, our district will bring robotics and coding opportunities to 5th–8th grade students through the use of VEX IQ robots. This hands-on program encourages computational thinking, collaboration, and creativity, helping students explore future pathways in STEM and computer science.

In a continued partnership with Northwestern State University, teachers will receive professional training before introducing students to the robots and launching a district-wide robotics competition👏

We are grateful to @WeyerhaeuserCompany for helping us expand STEM learning opportunities and inspire the next generation of innovators across Natchitoches Parish!

#NPSB #WeyerhaeuserGivingFund #STEMEducation #VEXRobotics #CodingForKids

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Mrs. Kristine Walker✨

This week, we’re proud to recognize Mrs. Kristine Walker, a business teacher at Natchitoches Central High Schoo, for her outstanding leadership, mentorship, and dedication to both her students and colleagues. Known for her encouragement and willingness to share her time, resources, and expertise, Mrs. Walker goes above and beyond to support first-year teachers and foster a positive, collaborative environment at NCHS!

Her professionalism, patience, and passion for helping others shine through in everything she does, making a lasting impact on both the classroom and the school community.

Thank you, Mrs. Walker, for being an inspiration to those around you!💙

#NPSBAllStar #NatchitochesCentral #TeacherSpotlight #NPSBProud #ExcellenceInEducation

NPSB was recognized at this week’s BESE meeting for showing the most math growth in the entire state last year!🎉

Superintendent Dr. Grant Eloi and Catherine McClinton, Teaching and Learning Specialist for K–12 Math, accepted the award on behalf of our incredible teachers and students who made this achievement possible.

This recognition is a reflection of the dedication, innovation, and hard work happening in classrooms across our district every day. Congratulations to all of our math teachers and students for this outstanding accomplishment. Your commitment is helping move not only Natchitoches Parish, but all of Louisiana, forward!👏

#NPSB #MathGrowth #ExcellenceInEducation #TogetherWeCan #NPSBProud

Stomp Out Bullying Day: Wednesday, October 22 💙👟

Next Wednesday, all NPSB schools will join together for 'Stomp Out Bullying Day' as part of our ongoing commitment to creating safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environments for every student.

Students will show their support for bullying prevention during PE or gym classes by taking part in a special “Stomp Out Bullying” walk/run activity. Each school and PE coach will determine how much each class or grade will do.

All students and staff are also encouraged to wear blue on October 22💙

October is National Bullying Prevention & Awareness Month, and this day gives our students and staff a chance to take a stand against bullying and show that NPSB stands united for kindness, respect, and inclusion.

Let’s make a difference together, one step at a time!✨

#StompOutBullying #BullyingPreventionMonth #NPSB #ChooseKindness #TogetherWeCan

We’re still hiring for the Director of Finance position, and we need YOUR help!📢

The Natchitoches Parish School Board is actively seeking a qualified and experienced Director of Finance to join our leadership team. This is a critical position that oversees district budgeting, accounting, payroll, and financial compliance, ensuring strong financial stewardship that supports every student and school in NPSB.

We’re looking for someone who brings:
✅ A Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or related field
✅ 5+ years of financial management experience (public/education background preferred)
✅ Strong knowledge of Louisiana school finance & regulations
✅ CPA or Master’s preferred

It’s important that we fill this position quickly with the right candidate — someone ready to lead with integrity, expertise, and vision.

👉 Apply or learn more: npsb.la/page/careers

Please share this post with your friends, family, or anyone who may be a great fit!

#NPSB #NowHiring #FinanceJob #EducationJobs #LeadershipOpportunity #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week✨

This week, we’re proud to recognize Mrs. Brandol King-Willis, Special Education Teacher at Natchitoches Junior High, as our NPSB All-Star of the Week!

After many years in general education, Brandol has returned to special education—bringing with her a wealth of experience, passion, and dedication. Dually certified and deeply committed to her students, she sets high expectations and works tirelessly to support their success🧩

Her impact is felt by students, colleagues, and families alike, and the Special Education Department is thrilled to have her back on the team. Congrats, Brandol!💙

#NPSBAllStar #EmployeeSpotlight #NPSBProud #SpecialEducation #TogetherWeCan

NPSB Families: We want to remind you of the upcoming days off!🍁

📌 Friday, October 3 – Parent Teacher Conference Day (No students)
🍂 Monday, October 6 – Friday, October 10 – Fall Break (No students or staff)
📚 Monday, October 13 – Professional Development Day (No students)
🎒 Tuesday, October 14 – Students return to school

We hope all of our students, staff and families have a wonderful Fall Break!

#NPSB #FallBreak #ParentTeacherConference #ProfessionalDevelopmentDay

🚨BREAKING NEWS: Natchitoches Parish Schools Featured in The Boston Globe

We are very proud to share that Natchitoches Parish Schools are featured in today’s Boston Globe Magazine in an in-depth article about reading and math achievement across the United States.

🔗 Read the full feature here: https://5il.co/3qjtx

The piece highlights the incredible progress our students and schools have made over the past five years, even during the pandemic, noting that Natchitoches Parish has achieved record-high scores in grades 3-8 reading and math. While much of the nation struggled, NPSB students gained more than a grade level in reading from 2019-2024, placing us above the national average for the first time ever 📈

The article credits the dedicated work of our teachers, leaders, and students, as well as the implementation of evidence-based literacy practices, teacher collaboration, and innovative supports across the district. From our youngest learners at L.P. Vaughn to upper grade classrooms at M.R. Weaver and beyond, the story of growth and resilience in Natchitoches Parish is being recognized nationally.

Superintendent Grant Eloi shared: “We had another public health crisis, which was our school system, and we had to act.” That action is now paying off, and the nation is taking notice.

We are so proud of our students, staff, and school communities for the hard work and dedication that led to this recognition. This is NPSB excellence in action!💙

#NPSB #WeAreNPSB #BostonGlobe #EducationExcellence

Check out Octobers dining menus across NPSB schools!🍽️🍁🥞

Here are some important dates to remember for October:
📅Friday, October 3 – Parent Teacher Conference Day (No students)
📅Monday, October 6-Friday, October 10 – Fall Break (Schools closed)
📅Monday, October 13 – Professional Development Day (No students)
📅Tuesday, October 14 – Students return

#NPSB #SchoolDining #OctoberMenus

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Antavious Roberson🎉

This week we are proud to recognize Mr. Antavious Roberson, principal of Natchitoches Magnet School!

Mr. Roberson’s leadership style is both refreshing and inspiring. He creates a welcoming, supportive environment where students and staff feel valued and heard. With a unique blend of energy, innovation, wisdom, and heart, he leads with dedication and purpose in every decision he makes💙🧡

We are truly fortunate to have Mr. Roberson as part of the NPSB leadership team. Thank you for all you do to make Natchitoches Magnet a place where students and staff can thrive! 👏

#NPSB #AllStaroftheWeek #TogetherWeCan #NatchitochesMagnet

We’re thrilled to celebrate Alyson Erikson, Master Teacher for Natchitoches Parish Schools, for being named to Northwestern State University’s Hall of Distinguished Educators! 💜📚

Aly has dedicated her career to serving students and educators across Natchitoches Parish as a classroom teacher, Assistant Principal, English Language Arts Specialist, Supervisor, and now Master Teacher. Her leadership, innovation, and passion have helped drive record literacy growth in our district and continue to inspire her colleagues and students every day.

We are so proud to have Aly on our team and celebrate this well-deserved honor!🌟

#NPSB #TogetherWeCan #DistinguishedEducator #NSU

NPSB is a bully-free zone 🚫

Each of our campuses are a safe space where respect, kindness, and inclusion come first. We’re proud to stand together with our students, staff, and families to ensure bullying has no place in our classrooms, hallways, or online spaces.

💙 Our goal: Create learning environments where every student feels safe, valued, and supported.
✋ Your role: If you see bullying, speak up and report it immediately. Together, we can keep our schools bully-free.
Let’s show that NPSB schools are places where all students can learn, grow, and thrive without fear.

📖 Learn more about our district’s bullying policy in the 2025-2026 NPSB Handbook (pg. 16–18): https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2575/NPSB/5838054/District_Handbook_2025-2026.pdf

🔗 Visit our Student Services webpage for reporting forms, policies, and additional helpful resources: npsb.la/page/student-services

#BullyFreeZone #StopBullying #SafeSchools #TogetherWeCan #NPSB