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![The image shows a group of people, including several individuals in formal attire, gathered on a stage with a large banner displaying the text "NIET 2026 NATIONAL CONFERENCE - GENERATING EXCELLENCE IN EVERY SCHOOL". The background is a vibrant blue color with various graphic elements.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776195378/jpschoolsorg/ikiwsqwnltn43zuykwf0/NIETDistrictAward.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776195378/jpschoolsorg/ikiwsqwnltn43zuykwf0/NIETDistrictAward.png","width":380}])
JP Schools Awarded NIET District Award of Excellence!
Jefferson Parish Schools was awarded with the 2026 National Institute for Excellence in Teaching NIET District Award of Excellence for Educator Effectiveness along with a $50,000 grand prize.
![The image shows a group of students in school uniforms sitting on the steps of a building with the "Ruppel Academie Francaise" sign visible in the background.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777305435/jpschoolsorg/shiir3hnowyix5rrqvrm/RuppelRd242726_Newsroom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777305435/jpschoolsorg/shiir3hnowyix5rrqvrm/RuppelRd242726_Newsroom.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777305435/jpschoolsorg/shiir3hnowyix5rrqvrm/RuppelRd242726_Newsroom.png","width":665}])
Round 2 Ruppel Academie Francaise Application Window Opens May 1
Applications will be accepted from May 1 at 8 AM through May 15 at 5 PM.
![The image shows a collage of photographs featuring students and staff from an Advanced Study Academies program, along with information about the application process for the 2026-2027 school year.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1777305265/jpschoolsorg/c83il81niaemsl8hza9w/ASARd242726_Newsroom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1777305265/jpschoolsorg/c83il81niaemsl8hza9w/ASARd242726_Newsroom.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1777305265/jpschoolsorg/c83il81niaemsl8hza9w/ASARd242726_Newsroom.png","width":665}])
Round 2 Advanced Study Academies Application Window Opens May 1
Round 2 applications will be accepted from May 1 at 8 AM through May 15 at 5 PM.
![The image features the text "SUN BUCKS" in vibrant colors against a light background, with a sun icon and a fork and knife symbol accompanying the text.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775662860/jpschoolsorg/kx9bqdgflccbyc9grpyu/SunBucksNewsroom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775662860/jpschoolsorg/kx9bqdgflccbyc9grpyu/SunBucksNewsroom.png","width":380}])
Louisiana SUN Bucks
SUN Bucks, a summer grocery benefits program, helps bridge the gap when school is out by providing families with a single, one-time $120 benefit for each eligible child.
![The image is a promotional poster for the 19th annual Martin Marino Dance Challenge, featuring the event's title and details about the participating schools and performers.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1776106564/jpschoolsorg/ea1h18uym2sskt6euezq/DanceChallenge2026Newsroom.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1776106564/jpschoolsorg/ea1h18uym2sskt6euezq/DanceChallenge2026Newsroom.png","width":380}])
Martin Marino's 19th Annual Dance Challenge
April 22, 2026 | 6 PM
Pontchartrain Center, Kenner
Free and open to the public