NPSB Doubles State Growth in 2025 LEAP Results
NPSB Doubles State Growth in 2025 LEAP Results NATCHITOCHES, LA - The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) released LEAP results for the 2024-2025 school year today, and Natchitoches Parish Schools (NPSB) is being recognized as one of the top improving school systems in the state. This year, NPSB posted a 2% increase in overall student proficiency - double the state's average growth of just 1%. That progress places NPSB tied for third in the state for year-over-year growth, continuing an impressive
NPSB Appoints New Interim Director of Human Resources
NPSB Appoints New Interim Director of Human Resources NATCHITOCHES, LA - The Natchitoches Parish School Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Ramona Wynder as the district's Interim Director of Human Resources, effective immediately. Ms. Wynder brings 30 years of experience in education to the role, with a career that reflects her unwavering commitment to student success, talent development, and educational equity. A proud graduate of Northwestern State University, she began her career in 1994
Student Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is Open
Student Registration for the 2025-2026 School Year is Open The Natchitoches Parish School Board (NPSB) is excited to announce that registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now officially open. Parents and guardians are encourages to register early to ensure a smooth and successful start to the upcoming school year. Natchitoches Parish Schools remain committed to providing every student with a high-quality education in a safe, supportive, and opportunity-filled learning environment. With a dedicated
BPCC to Host Instructor Job Fair for Industry Professionals on July 10
BPCC to Host Instructor Job Fair for Industry Professionals on July 10 BOSSIER CITY – Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) invites skilled professionals from across a variety of industries to its Instructor Job Fair on Thursday, July 10, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in Building A on the Bossier City campus, located at 6220 East Texas Street. This event is an opportunity for individuals with real-world experience to explore teaching opportunities—no previous
Women's Resource Center Designated Maternal Wellness Center by LA Department of Health
Women's Resource Center Designated Maternal Wellness Center by LA Department of Health The Women's Resource Center (WRC) of Natchitoches is proud to announce its new classification as an official Maternal Wellness Center by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH). This recognition affirms WRC's longstanding commitment to supporting women through all stages of pregnancy and early motherhood with holistic, compassionate and life-affirming care. As a designated Maternal Wellness Center, WRC meets the
NPSB 2025 Back to School Expo
NPSB 2025 Back to School Expo Natchitoches, LA - The Natchitoches Parish school Board invites the community to attend the 2025 Back to School Expo on Monday, July 21, 2025 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at NSU's Prather Coliseum, as we gear up for a new school year filled with sweet opportunities! With the theme, "How Sweet it is to Learn with NPSB," families can look forward to an exciting, interactive event that celebrates education and helps prepare students for a successful school year. Students will receive and
Suspects arrested, products seized and businesses closed in multi-agency vape crackdown
BATON ROUGE – A multi-agency state and federal crackdown on unauthorized vape products in Louisiana resulted in ten arrests and more than $1 million worth of illegal vape pens, pods, juices and other products taken off the streets. The Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control (ATC) announced the results of Operation Vape Out, a four-week statewide investigation in coordination with Louisiana State Police (LSP), the Louisiana State Fire Marshal’s Office (LSFM), Louisiana State Probation and
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Summer Program Activities
Summer is in full swing at Natchitoches Parish Library (NPL), and NPL's Summer Reading Program (SRP) is offering amazing fun, educational, and enriching opportunities for patrons of all ages to enjoy. NPL will close for Juneteenth on Thursday, June 19th and reopen for regular hours Friday, June 20th. Looking ahead to next week, NPL will offer the following programs for children, teens, and adults. Adults can sit down to a refreshing beverage at NPL's Mocktail Mixer from 6-7:30 PM, Tuesday, June 17. The
Flight Forward - NSU Showcases Emerging Drone Technology, Encourages Partnerships, Innovation
Flight Forward - NSU Showcases Emerging Drone Technology, Encourages Partnerships, Innovation Drones are getting more sophisticated, safer and user friendly for everything from land surveys to crime scene analysis, precision agriculture, forestry, land management, coastal assessment, historic preservation, marketing and many other applications. Learning to use the technology safely, legally and ethically is critical for individuals who operate drones for industry, municipalities and recreation. To
BPCC Launches EMPWR LA: Accelerated Training Program That Prepares Job-Ready Workers in Just Six Weeks
Bossier Parish Community College is proud to announce the launch of EMPWR LA, a new full-service pre-employment training program designed to rapidly prepare individuals for entry-level roles in high-demand, high-wage fields in manufacturing, distribution, and skilled trades. Through focused, short-term training, EMPWR LA equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and nationally recognized certifications needed to enter the workforce and meet the evolving needs of employers across Louisiana and
BPCC NURSING PROGRAM ACHIEVES HIGHEST NCLEX PASS RATE IN LOUISIANA Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Louisiana State Board of Nursing recognizes BPCC in second quarter edition of The Examiner Bossier Parish Community College (BPCC) is proud to announce that its Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) program has earned the highest NCLEX pass rate among all ASN programs in the state of Louisiana, as reported in the second quarter edition of The Examiner, published by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing (LSBN). With an exceptional 98.72% pass rate, BPCC’s program is not only leading among all two-year
