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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette hosted a Pioneering Louisiana event that showcased the institution's research and development strengths across multiple high-growth sectors including semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, energy, biotechnology, and aerospace. The event highlighted UL's role in driving innovation and economic development in Louisiana.
Read moreThe Lafayette Parish School Board approved budgets during Thursday's meeting for construction and improvement projects at Broadmoor and Paul Breaux facilities. The board discussed funding allocations for these parish projects as part of their regular meeting agenda.
Read moreLeonville Elementary School has postponed its first day of school due to a water issue affecting the town. The delay impacts students and families in the Leonville area as the school works to resolve the infrastructure problem before resuming classes.
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Vermilion Parish schools have begun the new academic year with school resource officers from the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office returning to classrooms. According to Sheriff Eddie Langlinais, the deputies serve as both a security presence and familiar faces for students throughout the parish.
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Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels has sent LSU a cease-and-desist letter after the university assigned his former jersey number, No. 5, to cornerback D.J. Pickett. Daniels revoked LSU's right to use his name, image, and likeness in response to the decision.
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Leonville Elementary School has postponed its first day of school due to a clogged main sewer line in the Town of Leonville. The town must temporarily shut off water service to repair the issue, making it unsafe to operate the school.
Read moreLeonville Elementary School has delayed its first day of school due to a water issue affecting the town of Leonville. Students and families will need to wait for the issue to be resolved before classes can begin.
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Lafayette Parish Superintendent Francis Touchet Jr. began his annual visits to every school in the district as students returned for the first day of school. These visits occur during the opening days of the school year to welcome students back and communicate district goals and initiatives.
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Unitech Training Academy's Lafayette Campus is hosting a Fall Open House on Wednesday, August 19th. The event will feature campus tours, program highlights, and enrollment information for prospective students interested in vocational training.
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The St. Landry Parish School Board has closed and consolidated multiple schools to address an $18 million deficit. The district plans to reassign teachers and students to new locations, with officials optimistic that the restructuring will alleviate financial strain for the upcoming school year.
Read moreLafayette Parish School System will reopen on Wednesday for nearly 30,000 students with significant changes, including school consolidations and new program launches. Parents and families should be aware of these structural changes as the school year begins.
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Lafayette Parish Superintendent Touchet is prioritizing student relationships and soft skills development for the district's 29,000 students in the upcoming school year. The superintendent plans to return to traditional teaching methods that emphasize interpersonal connections while being flexible with specific programs as needs evolve.
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Acadia Parish Schools announced a new strategic theme, 'All In for Acadia,' for the upcoming school year, along with new bus technology and safety features to greet students. Superintendent Carol Dailey-Tall introduced these initiatives designed to improve student safety and district operations.
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Port Barre High School has canceled the "last ride" senior tradition due to safety concerns raised by school administration and local law enforcement. The annual ritual, which allowed graduating seniors to drive various vehicles to campus, was determined to pose risks to student and community safety following reports of reckless incidents.
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St. Martin Parish School District is preparing for the 2026-27 school year, with students returning August 10. District leaders have spent the summer making plans to ensure high-quality instruction and a strong start to the academic year.
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Iberia Parish schools are preparing for the start of the new academic year this Friday with significant improvements including a new middle school facility and upgraded bus fleets. These infrastructure enhancements aim to better serve students returning to classes in the parish.
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St. Mary Parish schools are preparing for the new school year with nearly full staffing levels and completed maintenance projects. Superintendent Rachel Sanders emphasized the district's focus on student safety technology and attendance improvements.
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Evangeline Parish School System has a new superintendent, Cherie Fontenot, who is prioritizing academic momentum and student readiness as the district prepares for the upcoming school year beginning August 6.
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Lafayette Parish School System Superintendent Francis Touchet, Jr. is inviting the community to attend the 2026 State of the District Address on September 2 from 5:30–7:00 p.m. at Lafayette High School. The superintendent will review the district's accomplishments and address, with community members encouraged to reserve seats in advance.
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The Lafayette Parish School System has implemented updated policies restricting students from carrying unauthorized electronic devices during the school day. The new rules include specific disciplinary consequences for students who violate the cell phone and electronics policy.
Read moreThe 2026 Love Our Schools CAFÉ (Community and Family Engagement) Launch event is taking place Friday, July 31, at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette Student Union's Atchafalaya Ballroom. This community engagement initiative aims to strengthen involvement between families and schools in the Lafayette area.
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Dr. Holly Boffy, principal of the W.D. & Mary Baker Smith Career Center and the Edward J. Sam Accelerated School in Lafayette, has been named Louisiana High School Principal of the Year by the Louisiana Department of Education. The award recognizes her outstanding leadership and contributions to education.
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Two educators from the Lafayette and St. Mary parish area have earned statewide recognition at Louisiana's annual principal honors gala. Holly Boffy, principal of the W.D. & Mary Baker Smith Career Center, was named the 2027 Louisiana High School Principal of the Year, while Lauren Williams Rentrop, principal of Patterson Junior High School, received the 2027 Principal of the Year award.
Read moreThe Lafayette Police Department is investigating alleged payroll fraud at Lafayette Renaissance Charter Academy's lower campus. The investigation has already resulted in the removal of the school's principal and four employees.
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