Blogs from Taslin Alfonzo - 天博体育 /news-blog/blogger/talfonzo Thu, 03 Apr 2025 02:02:23 -0500 Joomla! - Open Source Content Management en-gb OPSB Offers NOLA-PS Superintendency to Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore /news-blog/opsb-offers-nola-ps-superintendency-todr-fateama-s-fulmore /news-blog/opsb-offers-nola-ps-superintendency-todr-fateama-s-fulmore (New Orleans 鈥� April 2, 2025)鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) voted today to offer the 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) Superintendency to Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore, who currently serves as Interim Superintendent of NOLA-PS. The Board and Dr. Fulmore will now enter contract negotiations. After a successful agreement, she will be formally appointe...

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Press Releases Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:19:26 -0500
天博体育 Releases K-12 Main Round of NCAP Results for 2025-2026 School Year /news-blog/nola-public-schools-releases-k-12-main-round-of-ncap-results-for-2025-2026-school-year /news-blog/nola-public-schools-releases-k-12-main-round-of-ncap-results-for-2025-2026-school-year (New Orleans 鈥� March 27, 2025) 鈥� Today, 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) released NOLA-PS Common Application Process (NCAP) Main Round placement results for K-12 for the 2025-2026 school year. Families can log-in and review placement results for K-12 by visiting nola.ps/apply The NCAP is the centralized school enrollment application process for Orlean...

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Press Releases Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:02:25 -0500
OPSB to Host Public Engagement Meeting for Superintendent Finalists /news-blog/opsb-to-host-public-engagement-meeting-for-superintendent-finalists /news-blog/opsb-to-host-public-engagement-meeting-for-superintendent-finalists WHAT: The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) will hold a public engagement meeting to introduce the finalists for the Superintendent position at 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) to the community. WHEN: Doors will open at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The event will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. WHERE: 鈼廤alter Cohen High School, 3575 Baronne Street,...

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Press Releases Thu, 27 Mar 2025 08:57:00 -0500
OPSB Excels in Mandatory Training and Celebrates Two Board Members for Earning 2024 LSBA Certificate of Merit /news-blog/opsb-excels-in-mandatory-training-and-celebrates-two-board-members-for-earning-2024-lsba-certificate-of-merit /news-blog/opsb-excels-in-mandatory-training-and-celebrates-two-board-members-for-earning-2024-lsba-certificate-of-merit (New Orleans 鈥� March 26, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB), which oversees 天博体育 (NOLA-PS), proudly announces that its board members have completed the mandatory ethics training and instruction requirements for the 2024 calendar year, as outlined in OPSB Policy and ACT 705 of the 2011 Louisiana Legislature. In addition, N...

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Announcements Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:54:18 -0500
OPSB Names Two Finalists in NOLA-PS Superintendent Search /news-blog/opsb-names-two-finalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search /news-blog/opsb-names-two-finalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search (New Orleans 鈥� March 25, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) named two finalists for the Superintendent position of 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) following a Special Board Meeting on March 25, 2025. The finalists were selected after a thorough review of applications, nominations, and first-round interviews with three semifinalists. The f...

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Press Releases Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:09:55 -0500
OPSB Announces Semifinalists in NOLA-PS Superintendent Search /news-blog/opsb-announces-semifinalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search-1 /news-blog/opsb-announces-semifinalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search-1 Bios Included. (New Orleans 鈥� March 21, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) named three semifinalists for the Superintendent position of 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) during its regular board business meeting this evening. The semifinalists are: Dr. Sharon Latten-Clark: Dr. Clark is a distinguished educator with more than 25 years of exp...

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Press Releases Fri, 21 Mar 2025 18:53:43 -0500
OPSB Announces Semifinalists in NOLA-PS Superintendent Search /news-blog/opsb-announces-semifinalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search /news-blog/opsb-announces-semifinalists-in-nola-ps-superintendent-search (New Orleans 鈥� March 20, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) named three semifinalists for the Superintendent position of 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) during its regular board business meeting this evening. The semifinalists are: Dr. Sharon Latten-Clark - BESE District 2 Representative and Charter Director of Sophie B. Wright High Schoo...

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Press Releases Thu, 20 Mar 2025 22:30:00 -0500
OPSB Passes Resolution to Address Financial Over-Projection with Strategic Funding Plan /news-blog/opsb-passes-resolution-to-address-financial-over-projection-with-strategic-funding-plan /news-blog/opsb-passes-resolution-to-address-financial-over-projection-with-strategic-funding-plan (New Orleans 鈥� March 20, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) passed a $25 million resolution to mitigate the over-projection in the District Level Funding Allocation (DLFA) by implementing a comprehensive funding plan proposed by Interim Superintendent Dr. Fateama Fulmore. The initiative, detailed in a recommendation presented on March 1...

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News Thu, 20 Mar 2025 21:50:00 -0500
天博体育 and NSNO Launch Data Dashboard and School Sustainability Analysis to Support Decision-Making and Long-Term Planning /news-blog/nola-public-schools-and-nsno-launch-data-dashboard-and-school-sustainability-analysis-to-support-decision-making-and-long-term-planning /news-blog/nola-public-schools-and-nsno-launch-data-dashboard-and-school-sustainability-analysis-to-support-decision-making-and-long-term-planning (New Orleans 鈥� February 21, 2025) 鈥� 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) and New Schools for New Orleans (NSNO) are proud to announce the launch of two critical data tools: the NOLA-PS Data Dashboard and the NSNO School Sustainability Analysis. These tools, developed collaboratively, provide key insights into school enrollment trends, financial sustainabi...

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Press Releases Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:53:05 -0600
Orleans Parish School Board Officially Launches Search for Next Superintendent of 天博体育 /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-officially-launches-search-for-next-superintendent-of-nola-public-schools /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-officially-launches-search-for-next-superintendent-of-nola-public-schools Position Overview and Timeline released. (New Orleans 鈥� February 7, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) is pleased to announce the official launch of its search for the next Superintendent of 天博体育 (NOLA-PS). This key leadership position offers a remarkable opportunity to guide a unique, diverse, and dynamic school system d...

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News Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:56:19 -0600
NOLA-PS Launches Community Survey for New Superintendent Search /news-blog/nola-ps-launches-community-survey-for-new-superintendent-search /news-blog/nola-ps-launches-community-survey-for-new-superintendent-search (New Orleans 鈥� January 27, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) has officially launched its search for a new superintendent, emphasizing a community-driven approach. Central to this initiative is an online survey aimed at gathering input from students, parents, educators, and the broader New Orleans community to help define the profile of...

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Press Releases Mon, 27 Jan 2025 17:14:00 -0600
Orleans Parish School Board Announces Search for New Superintendent /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-announces-search-for-new-superintendent /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-announces-search-for-new-superintendent (New Orleans 鈥� January 25, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive search for its next superintendent. This initiative seeks to identify a visionary leader with integrity, a passion for education, and a steadfast commitment to excellence for all students in New Orleans. The search process ...

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Press Releases Sat, 25 Jan 2025 10:01:41 -0600
天博体育 to Remain Closed Friday, January 24; Normal Operations to Resume Monday /news-blog/nola-public-schools-to-remain-closed-friday-january-24-normal-operations-to-resume-monday /news-blog/nola-public-schools-to-remain-closed-friday-january-24-normal-operations-to-resume-monday (New Orleans 鈥� January 23, 2025) 鈥� In light of continued icy conditions and their potential impact on transportation and essential services, all 天博体育 (Charters and The Leah Chase School) will remain closed on Friday, January 24. Schools are set to resume normal operations on Monday, January 27. All District offices will operate remot...

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Press Releases Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:36:50 -0600
天博体育: Weather-Related School Closures, Remote Operations for District Offices, and NCAP Deadline Extension /news-blog/nola-public-schools-weather-related-school-closures-remote-operations-for-district-offices-and-ncap-deadline-extension /news-blog/nola-public-schools-weather-related-school-closures-remote-operations-for-district-offices-and-ncap-deadline-extension (New Orleans 鈥� January 21, 2025) 鈥擨n response to the latest winter weather forecast and anticipated hazardous travel conditions, all 天博体育 (Charters and The Leah Chase School) will remain closed on Wed., January 22 and Thurs., Jan 23. Schools will use Thursday to assess the readiness of our buildings' heating systems and pipes as well...

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Press Releases Tue, 21 Jan 2025 11:46:48 -0600
天博体育 and Central Office Will Close Tuesday Due to Winter Weather /news-blog/nola-public-schools-and-central-office-will-close-tuesday-due-to-winter-weather /news-blog/nola-public-schools-and-central-office-will-close-tuesday-due-to-winter-weather Update following City of New Orleans Weather Activation Plan (New Orleans 鈥� January 17, 2025) 鈥擨n response to the anticipated severe winter weather, 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) and its Central Office (2401 Westbend Parkway, New Orleans, LA 70114) will be closed on Tuesday, January 21st. This decision aligns with the City of New Orleans recommenda...

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Press Releases Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:51:13 -0600
Orleans Parish School Board Welcomes New Leadership in 2025 Swearing-In Ceremony /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-welcomes-new-leadership-in-2025-swearing-in-ceremony /news-blog/orleans-parish-school-board-welcomes-new-leadership-in-2025-swearing-in-ceremony (New Orleans 鈥� January 14, 2025) 鈥� The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) held a swearing-in ceremony Thursday evening, at McDonogh 35 High School, marking the official induction of its newly elected members. The school board members included five members who had served previously and were re-elected uncontested, as well as two newly elected board ...

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Press Releases Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:36:08 -0600
NOLA-PS to be Awarded $25,000 by Special Olympics Louisiana During OPSB鈥檚 Committee of the Whole Meeting /news-blog/nola-ps-to-be-awarded-25-000-by-special-olympics-louisiana-during-opsb-s-committee-of-the-whole-meeting /news-blog/nola-ps-to-be-awarded-25-000-by-special-olympics-louisiana-during-opsb-s-committee-of-the-whole-meeting Event Supported by Special Olympics Louisiana Unified Champion Schools WHAT: 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) is excited to receive $25,000 from Special Olympics Louisiana to support its annual Dr. Rosalynne B. Dennis Fitness Challenge & Young Athletes Program! WHEN: Thursday, Dec. 12 鈥� 5:30 PM WHERE: 天博体育 Board Room 鈥� 2401 Westbend...

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Press Releases Thu, 05 Dec 2024 09:00:48 -0600
天博体育 Appoints Nyesha Veal as Chief Financial Officer /news-blog/nola-public-schools-appoints-nyesha-veal-as-chief-financial-officer /news-blog/nola-public-schools-appoints-nyesha-veal-as-chief-financial-officer (New Orleans 鈥� November 25, 2024) 鈥� 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) proudly announces the appointment of Nyesha Veal, as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the school system. With a proven track record of financial leadership and a deep commitment to educational excellence, Veal will oversee the financial operations of the district, ensuring t...

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News Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:55:01 -0600
NOLA PUBLIC SCHOOLS鈥� SCHOOL PERFORMANCE SCORES SHOW IMPROVEMENT /news-blog/nola-public-schools-school-performance-scores-show-improvement-1 /news-blog/nola-public-schools-school-performance-scores-show-improvement-1 The District's School Performance Score improved more than 4 points, and 90% of 天博体育 received a progress index score of "A" or "B".[1] (NEW ORLEANS 鈥� November 20, 2024) 鈥� Today, the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) released the School Performance Scores (SPS) for the 2023-2024 and 天博体育 (NOLA-PS) is delighted to...

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News Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:23:54 -0600
OPSB Appoints Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore as Interim Superintendent /news-blog/opsb-appoints-dr-fateama-s-fulmore-as-interim-superintendent /news-blog/opsb-appoints-dr-fateama-s-fulmore-as-interim-superintendent (New Orleans 鈥� November 14, 2024) 鈥� During its regular board business meeting this evening, the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) announced the appointment of Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore as the Interim Superintendent for 天博体育 (NOLA-PS). Dr. Fulmore, currently the Deputy Superintendent of NOLA-PS, has been selected for her extensive exper...

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Press Releases Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:27:00 -0600