Sunday, September 13, 2026Lafayette & Acadiana · Updated hourlyVol. I · No. 93
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Vermilion Parish schools implementing dress code, graduation, attendance policy changes

Vermilion Parish schools is implementing significant policy changes including eliminating valedictorian and salutatorian designations in favor of Latin academic distinctions. The changes to dress code, graduation, and attendance policies will take effect for the 2027-2028 school year.

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KLFY1d ago
Education

LSU Eunice announces creation of new college, appoints first dean

Louisiana State University Eunice has announced the creation of a new college within the institution and appointed its first dean. This expansion represents a significant organizational change for the regional university, strengthening its academic structure and program offerings for students in the Acadiana area.

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KLFY1d ago
Education

LPSS names Alysia Messa as new Director of Risk Management

Alysia Messa has been named the new Director of Risk Management for the Lafayette Parish School System. This administrative appointment helps the school system manage insurance, safety, and liability matters. Messa's appointment was announced by school officials.

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Education

New 2,000-foot buffer zone will aim to keep drugs away from schools

Opelousas schools are implementing a new 2,000-foot buffer zone around school campuses to combat drug use, particularly marijuana, among students. The regulation is set to take effect for the upcoming academic year and aims to provide a mechanism for preventing dangerous substances from reaching school grounds.

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