Month: February 2024

Five Willow School Seniors Named as Finalists in the  2024 National Merit Scholarship Program

The Willow School is pleased to announce that five (5) members of the Senior class have been named National Merit Finalists for 2024. The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced that Willow students Sal Balsamo, Nicolas Cooker, Elijah Davis, Eliana Kriek, and Mayla Soprano are...

Morris Jeff Community School to hold Fish Fry Fridays in March

MORRIS JEFF COMMUNITY SCHOOL TO HOLD ANNUAL  FISH FRY FRIDAYS AT EACH CAMPUS  A Fish Fry Friday will take place at Mid-City, Bywater and 9th ward Campuses Morris Jeff Community School will hold its annual Fish Fry Fridays in March at each of its three campuses. ...

Ben Franklin Elementary students to perform Black History production Make Them See on Feb. 29

Student performances include spoken word, singing, dancing and drama New Orleans, LA-Benjamin Franklin Elementary Mathematics & Science School is proud to announce a special Black History Production titled Make Them See. The event, featuring performances including spoken word,...

18th Annual Greater New Orleans Charter Schools Teacher Fair to be Held March 2

Teachers and school professionals can register, review charter school vacancies and/or post resumes NOW free online at: gnocollaborative.com             Certified teachers, degreed professionals working on certification, and instructional support...

Morris Jeff Varsity Boys Soccer Going to State Quarterfinals

Last night at Lafreniere Park, the Morris Jeff Community School varsity boys soccer team, ranked #22, upset St. Michael's (#6) in the regional round of the LHSAA Division III state tournament. The match was tied at full time and the teams battled through two 10-minute overtime periods, and...

Benjamin Franklin High School Hires Alex Jarrell as New CEO

NEW ORLEANS (Feb. 5, 2024) – Advocates for Academic Excellence in Education Inc., or AAEE, the governing board of Benjamin Franklin High School, is delighted to announce that Alex Jarrell will join the Benjamin Franklin High School community as chief executive officer effective...

Willow School Students named Region 1 finalists for LDOE 2024 Student of the Year in all levels

Orleans Parish has announced its 2024 Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) Student of the Year Region 1 finalists and The Willow School is proud to announce that a Willow student has been selected in all three categories. Willow 5th grader William "Webb" Johnston for Elementary, 8th grader...

Morris Jeff Community School to Host Annual 2nd Grade Market Day on February 6

MORRIS JEFF COMMUNITY SCHOOL TO HOST ANNUAL  2ND GRADE MARKET DAY ON FEBRUARY 6 Students learn economics by selling products they imagine and create; marketplace profits donated to charity WHAT:        Second grade students at Morris Jeff...

Morris Jeff Community School to Host Annual Krewe of MJCS Literary-themed Mardi Gras Parade on February 8

Morris Jeff Community School to Host Annual Krewe of MJCS  Literary-themed Mardi Gras Parade on February 8 Each class will costume and parade showcasing a favorite children's book! WHAT:  Morris Jeff Community School will hold its annual Krewe of MJCS Mardi Gras Parade for...