As Louisiana’s ambitious LA GATOR Scholarship Program enters its inaugural school year, early data reveals a subtle yet tangible impact on public school districts in the northern part of the state, but Monroe City Schools’ Dr. Shanae Herron is not…
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No Decision yet on Carroll, Neville principals; other promotions noted
Local school districts have begun rolling out professional education appointments for the upcoming school year, with several key positions filled across both the Ouachita Parish and Monroe City school systems. However, decisions on who will lead Carroll and Neville High…
City school scores show most made gains, giant steps needed
The Louisiana Department of Education has released its assessment of all state supported schools, including the Monroe City Schools. The data from the assessment reveals significant disparities in academic achievement, with some schools maintaining excellence while others face persistent challenges…
Ten Commandments law for state schools on hold for now
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments displays in every classroom of state-funded schools, just weeks before it was set to take effect on January 1. U.S. District Judge John deGravelles issued a 177-page opinion…
Vidrine’s court appearance delayed second time
The legal proceedings for Brent Vidrine, the former superintendent of Monroe City Schools in Louisiana, have encountered another delay. Vidrine’s arraignment, initially scheduled for Wednesday in the Fourth District Court, has been postponed for the second time due to legal…
Audit report says school funds being mismanaged
A scathing audit report of the Monroe City School Board for fiscal year 2023 has uncovered extensive financial irregularities and mismanagement across multiple schools, raising serious questions about the district’s oversight and internal controls. Neville High School Fundraiser Scandal: At…
Moore to push city schools to improve literacy from the bottom up
In a sweeping effort to address longstanding academic challenges, Monroe City Schools Superintendent Rev. Sam Moore, III has unveiled an ambitious district-wide focus on improving literacy skills beginning this school year with the goal of getting this year’s first graders…