Natchitoches Parish School Board

Happy Easter from NPSB! 🐣🌸 Wishing all of our students, families, and staff a wonderful Easter Sunday! May your day be filled with love, laughter, and time well spent with loved ones 💛 Reminder:‼️ All Natchitoches Parish schools will remain closed Monday, April 21 for Easter Break. Classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22. Enjoy the rest of your break and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday!🌷 #HappyEaster #EasterBreak #NPSB #TogetherWeCan

Happy Easter from the Natchitoches Parish School Board! We hope all of our students and families have a wonderful Easter and have had an enjoyable break. Reminder: All NPSB schools will be remain closed tomorrow, Monday, April 21 and classes will resume on Tuesday, April 22. Thank you and have a great day!

Easter Break Reminder! 🐣🌷 All NPSB schools and offices will be closed for Easter Break from Monday, April 14 through Monday, April 21. We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy a safe, restful, and joyful Easter holiday and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, April 22 💐 #EasterBreak #NPSB #HappyEaster #TogetherWeCan

There have been a few exciting celebrations happening across Natchitoches Parish recently!🏀🎉 Here are some highlights from the NPSB April Committee and Board Meetings that we're proud to share: 1️⃣ Our 7 amazing Foster Grandparents were recognized with goodie bags in honor of National Volunteer Month. We're so thankful for the love and support they bring to our schools every day! 💙 2️⃣ Natchitoches Central High School Boys Basketball team was recognized for their incredible season and advancing to the state semi-finals! 3️⃣ Lakeview High School Girls Basketball team was honored for their amazing accomplishment—State Champions!🏆 So much to be proud of in NPSB! 👏 #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan #VolunteerAppreciation

NPSB All Star of the Week: Brian Ross 🎉 Congratulations to Mr. Brian Ross, high school history teacher at Lakeview High School! 🐊 Through creativity, passion, and dedication, he brings history to life in ways that truly make an impact. NPSB is lucky to have an educator like Mr. Ross inspiring students every day! 👏🎹 #NPSB #AllStarOfTheWeek #TogetherWeCan

Happy National Assistant Principals Week: April 7-11, 2025💫 We want to proudly recognize and thank the incredible Vice Principals and Discipline Coordinators across the NPSB district! Whether supporting academics, fostering a safe and positive school culture, or guiding students and staff each day, these leaders play a vital role in helping our schools thrive. Their hard work, leadership, and commitment do not go unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for each and every one of them. THANK YOU to our Assistant Principals and Discipline Coordinators for all that you do to support our students, staff, and school communities. You are essential to the success of NPSB!💙 #NPSB #NationalAssistantPrincipalsWeek #NPSBProud #SchoolLeadership #TogetherWeCan

Mark your calendars — graduation season is almost here 🎓 NPSB is proud to celebrate the Class of 2025 with upcoming graduation ceremonies for our high school seniors: Lakeview High School ▪️Thursday, May 15, at 7PM | Lakeview Football Field Natchitoches Central High School ▪️Friday, May 16, at 7PM | NSU Prather Coliseum Natchitoches Parish Technical & Career Center ▪️Sunday, May 20, at 6PM | Natchitoches Events Center Let’s celebrate the hard work and achievements of our graduating seniors as they step into the next chapter of their journey!🎉 #NPSB #ClassOf2025 #GraduationSeason #TogetherWeCan

Happy National School Librarian Day!📚 NPSB wants to thank our incredible librarians for keeping the love of reading alive, guiding our students in their learning journeys, and making our libraries a place of discovery and growth ✨📖 Their passion and hard work inspires our students every day, and we are so grateful to have them as part of the NPSB family!💙 #NPSB #NationalLibrarianDay #TogetherWeCan

Happy National Paraprofessional Day!🍎 Today, we celebrate and appreciate the incredible paraprofessionals of NPSB! Our dedicated paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting our students, teachers, and schools every single day. From offering one-on-one support to creating positive learning environments, their impact is truly invaluable🎉❤️ We thank these hardworking individuals for their dedication, patience, and passion for education✨👏 #NPSB #ParaprofessionalAppreciation #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Anita Moberly! 🌟 This week, we are proud to recognize Anita Moberly, the wonderful Secretary at Goldonna Elementary and Junior High, as our NPSB All-Star of the Week! 🎉 Anita goes above and beyond every day, ensuring that teachers, students, staff, and parents receive the support they need. She always has a smile on her face and is willing to lend a hand to those that need it. Her commitment and kindness make a difference in the Goldonna school community, and her hard work never goes unnoticed. 💙🍎 Thank you, Anita, for always going the extra mile! ⭐👏 #NPSB #AllStarOfTheWeek #TogetherWeCan

April is National Volunteer Month, which means we get to proudly celebrate our incredible Foster Grandparents! 🎉❤️ These seven amazing ladies are more than volunteers—they are role models, caregivers, and daily sources of love and support for our students. They spend each and every day with the children and treat them as their own. Their time, dedication, and love make a lasting impact on the lives of our children, and we are beyond grateful for all they do! #NationalVolunteerMonth #FosterGrandparents #ThankYou #NPSB #TogetherWeCan

Check out what’s on the menu for all NPSB schools in April!🍔🥦 🚨All NPSB schools will be out from Monday, April 14, through Monday, April 21, for Easter Break! Students will return on Tuesday, April 22. #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #HealthyChoices #SchoolDining

Are you an experienced educator passionate about supporting teachers and driving student achievement? NPSB is looking for a TAP Master Teacher to lead professional development, conduct observations, and mentor educators to success!✏️ QUALIFICATIONS: ✅ Valid Teaching Certificate ✅ Master’s Degree in Education (preferred) ✅ 5+ years of impactful teaching experience ✅ Exemplary COMPASS evaluation scores (Highly Effective) ✅ Expertise in curriculum, test analysis, and professional development ✅ Strong communication and leadership skills 📅 Application Deadline: April 11 by 4PM 🔗 To apply or view full application details, visit www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities or email Linda Page at LPage@npsb.la. #NPSB #JoinOurTeam #TogetherWeCan

Help us shape the future of special education in Natchitoches Parish! 💙 NPSB is seeking new members for the Special Education Advisory Council for the 2025-2027 term!📢 This is a great opportunity for parents, district staff, and community stakeholders to provide valuable feedback on special education policies, procedures, and resources. 📌To apply, pick up application from the NPSB Central Office (310 Royal Street) or apply online at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdn8ILGT88Y8lyV4Glmdx5aRtHMe2sq4aLm0wC1_RgN1L7yIg/viewform 🚨Application Deadline: Friday, April 25, 2025 Submit your application to NPSB ATTN: Director of Exceptional Student Services or complete it online today! For any questions, please call our front office at 318-352-2358. #NPSB #SpecialEducation #SEAC #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Sheila Warner 🌟 Sheila Warner, a Kindergarten through 5th grade master teacher at NSU E-Lab, is the definition of dedication and support! She goes above and beyond—providing resources, analyzing data, and offering strategies to help teachers and students reach their full potential. Her kindness, patience, and dedication create a nurturing environment where everyone feels inspired to grow. Sheila never seeks recognition for all she does, but finds true joy in helping others succeed. Thank you for your passion and commitment to excellence, Sheila!💜🧡 #NPSBAllStar #NSUElab #MakingADifference #ThankYouSheila

Join us in congratulating Michelle Shirley, a dedicated science teacher at NSU Middle Lab, for being selected as a Louisiana state-level finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) Program! 🎉🔬 Michelle is one of only 3 science teachers in the state chosen to represent Louisiana in this prestigious program. As a state finalist, she is now in the running for the Louisiana Presidential Award in Science, with the ultimate awardee to be announced by the White House! If selected as the Louisiana Presidential Awardee, Michelle will receive a $10,000 award and an all-expenses-paid trip for a national recognition ceremony. This incredible honor highlights her dedication to inspiring young minds through science education. Congratulations, Michelle!👏👏 We are so proud of you and your commitment to excellence in education. #NPSBProud #NSUMiddleLab #ScienceEducation #ExcellenceInTeaching #TogetherWeCan

Inspire the next generation at NSU Middle Lab📚😈 If you love helping students grow as readers, writers, and critical thinkers, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Be a part of an amazing team that makes a difference every day! Position: 6th-7th Grade English Language Arts Teacher Location: NSU Middle Lab School For qualifications and details, visit www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities or email Linda Page at LPage@npsb.la. 📌 Apply today: www.npsb.la/page/employment-opportunities #NPSB #JoinOurTeam #TogetherWeCan

We had some amazing students participate in the Special Olympics at NSU on Tuesday!🏅 We are beyond proud of their sportsmanship and incredible performances on the track and field. They gave it their all and dominated the events, and had fun doing so too💪🎉 #NPSBProud #TogetherWeCan #SpecialOlympics

We are thrilled to announce that Armetrice Williams, Principal of M.R. Weaver Elementary, has been named one of the 24 semi-finalists for Louisiana Principal of the Year by the LDOE! 🎉🌟🍎 Each year, the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE), in partnership with Dream Teachers and the Louisiana Association of Principals, recognizes the state’s most exceptional educators through the Teacher and Principal of the Year programs. These programs honor educators who make extraordinary gains with students and serve as models of excellence in their communities. Mrs. Williams is a shining example of this excellence. She is deeply respected and appreciated by her students and staff, always putting her school at the forefront and striving for success. Her dedication and passion make a lasting impact on M.R. Weaver every day. Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Williams on this incredible achievement! We wish her the best as the finalists are selected.💙 #NPSBProud #ExcellenceInEducation #TogetherWeCan

NPSB All-Star of the Week: Jennifer Weatherford ✨ Jenny is our districts incredible Speech-Language Pathologist! She is a beautiful soul with endless passion and love for NPSB students. She gives her all to provide care and treatment for children in our district facing communication challenges. Her kindness, dedication, and infectious joy make a difference in every school she visits. We are beyond grateful for everything she does to support our students! We'd like to give a big THANK YOU for her hard work and heart! 💙👏 #NPSB #TogetherWeCan #MakingADifference #AllStarEmployee