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PUSH-Excel are currently accepting applications for this year's Jesse L. Jackson Sr. Fellows. The Scholarship program provides funding to students to begin, continue and complete college. Jackson Fellows are awarded to strong high school students. Selected fellows will receive $5,000.00. The award will be paid directly to the college or university he/she is attending. Visit the website for eligibility and an application.
Applications are due April 30, 2008. more

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Orleans Parish School Facilities Master Plan

http://sfmpop.org/home/

The School Facilities Master Plan is a comprehensive plan for the Orleans Parish public schools. The plan will serve as a blueprint to guide future school renovations and new construction. It is a joint project of the Recovery School District (RSD) and the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB). The planning process is ongoing and residents are encouraged to participate in planning meetings. Visit the website for more information. The second round of planning meetings will be held in February and March. See our calendar for dates. more

New Orleans Public Schools Common Application Process

http://www.nolaparentsguide.org/CommonApp.html

New Orleans public/RSD school registration deadline was March 19th.
A common application form is used to apply for acceptance at the majority of the city’s public schools, including all of the Recovery School District’s traditional public schools and public charter schools and some schools that are in the New Orleans Public Schools system.
Forms are available at, and can be submitted to, the RSD's Welcome School, 2239 Poydras Street or New Orleans Public Schools' central office, 3520 General DeGaulle Drive.
Click the link for more important information on how to apply and what schools are participating. more

Map of Open and Closed Orleans Parish Public Schools (.pdf)

http://www.gnocdc.org/maps/orleans_schools.pdf

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This map put together by the Greater New Orleans Community Data Center lists open and closed Orleans Parish schools. Contact the Louisiana Deptartment of Education at 877-453-2721 for information about enrolling your child in school. more

Orleans Parish School Close-Ups

http://www.sosnola.org/nocloseups/

This online database put together by Save Our Schools NOLA, features profiles of all New Orleans public, charter, and Recovery School District schools. The database includes test scores, extracurricular activities, admission criteria, and neighborhood and school demographics to help parents choose the best schools for their children. Search by school name, neighborhood, or other pre-set searches. more

New Orleans Charter Schools Blog

http://blog.nola.com/charterschools/

This Nola.com blog features the latest news and information about New Orleans-area charter schools.

The New Orleans Parents' Guide to Public Schools

http://nolaparentsguide.org/

This guide is a must-have for all parents of New Orleans public school children. Download the guide on Nolaparentsguide.org for information on open public schools, policies, school administration, how to register, and more. You can also find copies at most public schools and public library branches in New Orleans. Check the site regularly for updates and other public school resources. more

Agenda For Children Child Care and Schools Referral

http://www.agendaforchildren.org/ccr.htm

If you need help finding available child care in the New Orleans area, call Agenda For Children's Child Care Resources Program for a free referral. You can get help finding quality schools, child care centers, family child care homes, summer camps, nursery schools, and before/after school programs. Call 1-800-486-1712 or 504-586-8509 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday or e-mail: information@agendaforchildren.org. more

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Louisiana Department of Education

http://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

The Louisiana Department of Education website features the latest information on schools in Louisiana. Find out about school openings in affected parishes as well as details about the Recovery School District. The website also contains resources for teachers and students. more

New Orleans Schools

http://www.nolapublicschools.net/

St. Bernard Parish Schools

http://www.stbernard.k12.la.us/

St. Tammany Parish Schools

http://www.stpsb.org/

Plaquemines Parish Schools

http://www.ppsb.org/

Cameron Parish Schools

http://www.camsch.org/

Calcasieu Parish School Board

http://www.cpsb.org/

Lafourche Parish Schools

http://lafourche.k12.la.us/

Tangipahoa Parish Schools

http://www.tangischools.org/

Terrebonne Parish Schools

http://www.tpsd.org/2005/

Washington Parish Schools

http://www.wpsb.org/

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Jefferson Dollars for Scholars

http://www.jeffersondollarsforscholars.org/index.asp

Jefferson Dollars for Scholars helps provide educational opportunities for Jefferson Parish Public School students through scholarships and academic support. Find out more about college scholarships, academic enrichment scholarships, and ACT prep programs by calling (504) 831-1565 more

Louisiana Department of Education Child and Adult Care Food Program

http://www.doe.state.la.us/lde/nutrition/1958.html

The Louisiana Department of Education offers the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP). All participants who are recipients of FITAP, Food Stamp, FDPIR assistance units, SSI or Medicaid are automatically eligible to receive free meal benefits. Click the link for eligibility requirements or call 877-453-2721. more

TeachNOLA

http://www.teachnola.org/index.html

TeachNOLA is a program designed to recruit and train motivated individuals to teach in the New Orleans Recovery School District. You do not need an education degree to join this program. Visit the website for more information. more

Louisiana TeachNext

http://www.louisianateachnext.org

Louisiana TeachNext is an innovative degree program at Delgado and Nunez community colleges in New Orleans designed to attract talented individuals looking for a flexible and cost-effective way to pursue a college degree and begin the path toward becoming certified elementary teachers.

Families Helping Families of Jefferson

http://www.fhfjefferson.org/

FHF is an information and referral service for people with disabilities and their families, including information on educational services and other needs. Visit the website or call (504) 888-9111 or (800) 766-7736.

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