Latest
Tension over election disrupts NAACP meeting; Brown in tears
Funeral services set for 22 year old Cancer victim
Walmart employee returns credit card filled wallet, Miller thankful
Services held for Brass family matriarch, Ora Lee Brass, 101
Status of NAACP leadership still unresolved, branch to swear-in leaders
McCoy says reason white secretary resigned will not be hidden
Snaps of the City
Lula Mae Goins Green: From the Kitchen to the Ward
Skip to content
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Latest News
  • Submit Articles
  • Login
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Latest News
  • Submit Articles
  • Login
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us
  • Home
  • Home
  • Education

Category: Education

City schools taking applications for Ellis’ job, but she hasn’t resigned

June 9, 2022June 9, 2022 Free PressBreaking News, Education

The Monroe City Schools has officially posted the position of principal for Neville Jr. High School, but the current principal has not resigned. According to Monroe School Board sources, the principalship of Neville Jr. High, presently filled by Mrs. Ashley…

Monroe City Schools, Monroe School Board, Mrs. Ashley Ellis, Neville Jr. High

Vidrine gets two-year contract approval

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 Free PressBreaking News, Education

In a 5-2 vote, the Monroe City School Board extended the contract of Superintendent Brent Vidrine for two additional years. Voting for the extension were board members: Bill Willson, Jennifer Haneline, Darryl Berry, Sharon… Log in to read the remainder…

Monroe City School Board, Superintendent Brent Vidrine

Name search for Lee Jr. High may come down to just two

August 20, 2020September 7, 2020 Free PressEducation

The Monroe City School Board next month will decide on a new name for Robert E. Lee, Jr. High School, although scores of names have been floated in meetings, forums, and petitions, two have risen to the top: Earnest L.…

Earnest L. Neville, Matthew Williams Jr, Robert E Lee Jr High School

Excellence Academy to open home school network next week

August 13, 2020August 20, 2020 Free PressBreaking News, Community News, Education

The Excellence Home School Network will open next week, providing an easy “Point and Click’” online curriculum and teacher assistance for parents ready to take advantage of the benefits of a state-approved home school education from the safety of their…

Excellence Academy, Excellence Home School Network

Department details next steps for current high school seniors amid COVID-19 school closures

April 9, 2020April 10, 2020 Free PressCovid-19, Education

Guidance on Course Credits, Assessments, Diplomas and Financial Aid for Class of 2020 Now Available Baton Rouge, La. — In response to statewide school closures to curb the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), the Louisiana Department of Education released…

Coronavirus Disease 2019, Louisiana Department of Education

City schools begin “Grab and Go” lunches and study materials

March 17, 2020March 18, 2020 Free PressBreaking News, Education

 Free Lunches and study materials are being offered at eight city school sites for any student on a pick-up and go basis. Staff to get full pay during crises and called in staff will receive holiday pay.   After a…

Grab and Go lunches

Betty Cooper, Johnson elected to head city schools

January 16, 2020January 20, 2020 Free PressBreaking News, Education

Betty Ward Cooper is the new President of the Monroe City School Board. Cooper was elected Tuesday night during the board’s regular board meeting. Brandon “B.J.” Johnson was elected vice-president. The election was not unanimous. White members of the board…

Betty Cooper, Brandon "BJ" Johnson, MCSB

Categories

Highlights

“Happy 85th, Ms. Lela Hunter, and many more!”

75-year-old Oak tree snaps in rain storm

Mayo makes another public appearance at ribbon cutting

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority holds Youth Auxiliary Induction

Mrs. Katherine Brown Hubbard elected as new president for Zeta Amicae

Mt. Canaan Baptist Church to host the First Harry Blake Social Justice Empowerment Conference

From Our Past

Monroe UnderGround PodCast

Discussions of issues and concerns about the Monroe Community,

Underground Podcast

Snapshots

  • Snaps of the City
  • Snaps of the City

Reflections on 2016 Flooding in Monroe

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRWRnrTcqkQ&list=PLGvaenllE5c-Mm2yvnx_IF2NgkMRARCD1&index=4&t=2s

Community News

Snaps of the City

Snaps of the City

Snaps of the City

Snaps of the City

This Week In Monroe History

Birthdays
Buck Law, Ylonda Myles, Kelvin Reed, Leo Robinson, Ethel Young, Clara B. Miller, Sullivan D. Harris, Cathy Booker, Juett Modacure, David Washington, Christopher Webb, Danielle Ardoin, Deeandriez Scott-Wallace, Peggy Williams, In Loving Memory of Peggy Frost (6)
Local History
On this day in 2012, a groundbreaking ceremony was held for the construction of the Downtown Monroe riverfront pavilion. (11)

Editorials

  • The Southside Dream will be the litmus test for Ellis Administration next year
  • New city school board must find solution to black “brain drain” problem
  • The Monroe Chamber of Commerce owes Karl Dhaliwal an apology

Letters & Opinions

Opinions
January 25, 2023 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Edward C. Berry

By Garry Blanson Let me tell you about the Negro Businessman who…

January 18, 2023 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Rebecca Lee Crumpler

By Garry Blanson During my recent research into Black History, I found…

January 12, 2023 0

Our Rich Black Heritage: Philip Anthony Payton, Jr.

It has been reported that back in 1920, Harlem, New York was…

Connect to our Facebook Page

Connect to our Facebook Page

Free Press

507 N. 17th
318-388-1310
freepress1969@yahoo.com
Weekdays: 8am - 5pm
Lunch: M-Th 12pm - 1pm
Closed on Fridays

Social

  • View monroefreepress’s profile on Facebook
  • View monroefreepress’s profile on Twitter
  • View rooseveltwrightjr@gmail.com’s profile on LinkedIn
  • View brucefrazier@freepressmonroela.com’s profile on YouTube

Our views so far

web
analytics

Article Reads

  • 1,168,617 hits

Admin

  • Log in
  • Entries feed
  • Comments feed
  • WordPress.org
Copyright © Wright's Publishing, Co. Since 1969) All rights reserved.
Magazine Point Pro by Axle Themes
 
 
 
 
Forgot Password
Please enter your email address or username below.
 
Please Login
Lost Your Password
Dont have account? SIGNUP
 
 
 

Loading Comments...