East Baton Rouge Parish School System public meetings in 2025

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved the proposed 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets, budget resolution, and salary schedules. The board also approved revised school start and dismissal times for six schools in the Capitol and Glen Oaks zones. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a $480,000 contract with Imagine Learning LLC for professional development.

• Approval of FY2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets and salary schedules
• Approval of revised school start and dismissal times at six sites in Capitol and Glen Oaks zones
• Authorization to advertise and award bids for materials, equipment, supplies, and services through June 2026
• Approval of property and casualty insurance program renewal for FY2025-2026
• Approval of professional services contract: Imagine Learning LLC ($480,000) for curriculum implementation PD

The Board approved the General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets and salary schedules for the 2025-2026 school year. Members also approved revised start and dismissal times for six schools in the Capitol and Glen Oaks zones. A wide range of administrative items, including professional services contracts and charter renewals, were passed via a consent agenda.

• Approved 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets and Salary Schedules (8-0)
• Approved revised school start and dismissal times for six sites in Capitol and Glen Oaks zones (8-0)
• Approved professional services contracts for teacher development totaling $2,244,215 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved early charter renewal and grade expansion (K-12) for Helix Aviation Academy (Consent Agenda)
• Approved modifying Forest Heights Academy of Excellence grade configuration from K-8 to K-5 (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $59,500 contract with LEAN Frog to revise salary schedule (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $960,000 COLA increase for HES Facilities Management contract (Consent Agenda)
• Approved $50,000 agreement with LA Dept of Treasury for musical instruments (Consent Agenda)

1-Public Hearing/Board Workshop: 2025-2026 Budgets

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board holds a public hearing and workshop to discuss the proposed 2025-2026 General Fund budgets, the budget resolution, and the salary schedule. The meeting includes a presentation by Ms. Lopez, review of school staffing by school, and an opportunity for public comment. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion and information session.

• Presentation of the Proposed 2025-2026 General Fund Budgets
• Discussion of the Budget Resolution and 2025-2026 Salary Schedule
• School Staffing by School Report available for review
• Public comment period scheduled
• Attachments include budget highlights, executive summary, glossary, FAQ, and proposed budgets PDF

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole considered and approved the 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets, along with the Budget Resolution and Salary Schedules. The board also authorized staff to advertise and award bids for materials and services through June 30, 2026, and selected The Advocate as the official journal for advertising. Several professional services contracts totaling over $2.4 million were approved for curriculum and teacher professional development.

• Approval of 2025-2026 General Fund and Special Revenue Budgets, Budget Resolution, and Salary Schedules
• Authorization to advertise and award bids for materials, equipment, supplies, and services through June 30, 2026
• Selection of 'The Advocate' as the official journal for newspaper advertising for 2025-2026
• Approval of Property and Casualty Insurance Program policy renewal for 2025-2026 and resolution to reject uninsured motorist coverage
• Seven professional services contracts approved: Imagine Learning ($480,000), Amplify Education ($73,600), English Learners Engage ($128,100), Savvas Learning Company ($324,400 and $74,250), Great Minds ($885,040), and NIET ($423,375)

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional services contracts and operational renewals for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Key actions included expanding Helix Aviation Academy to K-12 and modifying Forest Heights Academy of Excellence to K-5. Proposed budgets and school start times were sent to the full Board without recommendation.

• Approved early charter renewal and grade expansion (K-12) for Helix Aviation Academy
• Approved modifying Forest Heights Academy of Excellence grade configuration to K-5
• Approved $960,000 COLA increase for HES Facilities Management contract
• Approved $59,500 contract with LEAN Frog to revise salary schedule
• Approved professional services contracts totaling $2,223,465 for curriculum and leadership development
• Approved $50,000 agreement with Louisiana Department of Treasury for musical instruments
• Approved 2025-2026 Property and Casualty Insurance renewals and rejection of Uninsured Motorist Coverage
• Sent 2025-2026 Proposed Budgets and revised school start times to full Board without recommendation

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board held a special meeting and voted 5-1-3 to adopt a resolution regarding Louisiana Senate Bills 25 and 234 of the 2025 session. The resolution concerns the creation and provision of the St. George Community School Board and System within the parish. Public comment was heard on the item. The board also announced upcoming public hearings and meetings for June 2025.

• Adopted resolution opposing or supporting Louisiana Senate Bills 25 and 234 (St. George school district creation)
• Vote: 5 yeas, 1 nay, 3 abstentions
• Public comment period held on the resolution
• Next upcoming meetings: Budget public hearing June 5, Committee of the Whole June 5, Regular meeting June 12

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board adopted a resolution concerning Louisiana Senate Bills 25 and 234. These bills seek to create and provide for the St. George Community School Board and System in East Baton Rouge Parish.

• Adopted resolution regarding Louisiana Senate Bills 25 and 234 (5-1-3)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved the revised 2024-2025 General Fund Budget and several major contracts, including over $2.5 million for special education services. The board also authorized demolition of Eden Park and accepted a federal cybersecurity grant. A $245,000 contract for transportation planning was approved, and two student expulsion appeals were discussed.

• Approved Revised 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
• Approved professional services contracts for Exceptional Student Services totaling $2,581,950 (Deaf Resource Center, Sundry Behavioral Services, Egan-Ochsner, Turner, Aveanna Healthcare)
• Authorized advertising and award of contract for demolition of Eden Park
• Accepted FCC Cyber Security Program Grant to enhance network and data security
• Approved $245,000 contract with Prismatic for transportation efficiency and school start time pilot

The Board approved the revised 2024-2025 General Fund Budget and a $245,000 contract for transportation and school start time planning. Several professional services contracts for student nursing and behavioral services were approved via consent agenda. The Board also authorized the demolition of Eden Park and a cybersecurity grant.

• Approved 2024-2025 General Fund Revised Budget (7-0)
• Approved $245,000 contract with Prismatic for transportation and school start time planning (7-0)
• Approved $1,211,600 nursing services contract with Turner, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $932,000 nursing services contract with Pediatric Services of America, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $298,350 nursing services contract with Egan Healthcare Corporation (7-0)
• Approved $80,000 sign language interpreter contract with Deaf Resource Center of Greater Baton Rouge, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $60,000 ABA services contract with Dr. Kashunda L. Williams/Sundry Behavioral Services (7-0)
• Authorized demolition of Eden Park and FCC Cyber Security Program Grant (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional services contracts for nursing, sign language, and behavioral services for students with disabilities. The board also authorized the demolition of Eden Park and approved a cybersecurity grant from the FCC.

• Approved nursing services contracts with Turner, LLC ($1,211,600), Pediatric Services of America/Aveanna Healthcare ($932,000), and Egan Healthcare Corporation ($298,350)
• Approved sign language interpreter services with Deaf Resource Center of Greater Baton Rouge, LLC ($80,000)
• Approved applied behavior analysis services with Dr. Kashunda L. Williams/Sundry Behavioral Services ($60,000)
• Authorized staff to advertise and award a contract for the demolition of Eden Park
• Approved the FCC Cyber Security Program Grant agreement award

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional services contracts for exceptional student services and authorized the demolition of Eden Park. The committee also approved a cybersecurity grant and referred the revised 2024-2025 General Fund Budget to the Full Board without recommendation.

• Approved $80,000 contract with Deaf Resource Center of Greater Baton Rouge, LLC (5-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved $60,000 contract with Dr. Kashunda L. Williams/Sundry Behavioral Services (5-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved $298,350 contract with Egan Healthcare Corporation (5-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved $1,211,600 contract with Turner, LLC (5-0, 1 recuse)
• Approved $932,000 contract with Pediatric Services of America, LLC (5-0, 1 recuse)
• Authorized demolition of Eden Park (6-0)
• Referred 2024-2025 General Fund Revised Budget to Full Board without recommendation (6-0)
• Approved FCC Cyber Security Program Grant agreement (6-0)

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted 8-0 to approve the Superintendent's recommended 2025 District Realignment Plan. The plan includes boundary changes for elementary, middle, and high schools for the 2025-2026 school year. This was the main action item at the April 28 special meeting.

• Approved 2025 District Realignment Plan affecting school boundaries and feeder patterns
• Elementary boundary descriptions for 2025-2026 attached to agenda
• Middle and high school boundary descriptions also included
• Feeder patterns with SPS scores updated for 2025-26

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved the Superintendent's recommendation for the 2025 District Realignment Plan. This decision determines how school facilities and boundaries are organized for the district.

• Approved 2025 District Facility Realignment Plan (7-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved several contracts, including a $3.54 million bus camera system and data analytics services, and authorized soliciting proposals for a new salary schedule for all employees. The board also discussed a student expulsion appeal.

• Approved $3,540,000 contract with Pro-Vision Video Systems for bus cameras over five years
• Approved $171,471.96 renewal for Renaissance Learning's eduClimber data analytics program
• Approved $92,400 contract with Exponent Education for data visualization consulting
• Approved $219,740 contract with D2i for professional development in data and academic support
• Authorized soliciting proposals for a new district-wide salary schedule

Board Workshop

This is a board workshop with no votes or decisions scheduled. Members will hear a presentation from BCFS Health and Human Services-Louisiana and a recommendation on facility realignment.

• Presentation: BCFS Health and Human Services-Louisiana
• Presentation: Facility Realignment Recommendation

Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board's Committee of the Whole considered and approved multiple contracts, including a $708,000 annual (five-year, $3.54M total) deal with Pro-Vision Video Systems for bus cameras, renewals for data analytics software, and consulting services. Two litigation settlements were also approved. All items were passed unanimously.

• Approved Pro-Vision Video Systems contract: $708,000/year, $3.54M over five years for bus cameras and cloud services
• Renewed Renaissance Learning contract for eduClimber data analytics: $171,471.96
• Approved Exponent Education contract for data visualization consulting: $92,400
• Approved D2i (Data to Instruction) contract for professional development: $219,740
• Approved litigation settlements in two cases: Rene Smith/John Robins and Dynasty Brown vs. EBRPSB

The Committee of the Whole approved a multi-year contract for bus security cameras and three separate professional services contracts for data analytics and academic support. The Board also approved legal recommendations in two litigation matters.

• Approved $708,000 contract with Pro-Vision Video Systems for bus cameras ($3.54M over five years) (8-0)
• Approved $171,471.96 contract renewal with Renaissance Learning for eduClimber data analytics (8-0)
• Approved $92,400 contract with Exponent Education for data visualization and analytics (8-0)
• Approved $219,740 contract with D2i (Data to Instruction) for professional development (8-0)
• Approved legal recommendation regarding Rene Smith and John Robins vs. EBRPSB (8-0)
• Approved legal recommendation regarding Dynasty Brown vs. EBRPSB (8-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes relocating McKinley High School to the Kenilworth Middle site for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years. Other action items include authorizing demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy, approving a resolution to levy millages for the 2025 assessment roll, and entering agreements for graduation venue rentals and a school resource officer at McKinley High. The board will also receive a monthly financial report and personnel changes as information.

• Relocation of McKinley High School to Kenilworth Middle site for 2025-2026 and 2026-2027
• Demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy with authorization to advertise and award contract
• Graduation agreements: Southern University ($68,490), LSU ($58,000), and PSS ($62,800) for audio/video
• Inter-Governmental Agreement with Baton Rouge Police Dept for a full-time School Resource Officer at McKinley High at $42/hour
• Right-of-Way agreement with Entergy Louisiana, LLC for $22,800 to provide utility services at Crestworth Elementary

The Board approved the relocation of McKinley High School to the Kenilworth Middle School site for two school years and authorized the demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy. Members also approved several graduation venue contracts and a millage resolution for the 2025 Assessment Roll.

• Approved relocation of McKinley High School to Kenilworth Middle School site for 2025-2027
• Authorized demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy
• Adopted Resolution for levying millages effective on 2025 Assessment Roll
• Approved $68,490 rental of FG Clark Activity Center (Southern University)
• Approved $58,000 rental of Pete Maravich Assembly Center (LSU)
• Approved $62,800 for graduation live streaming (Premier Production & Sound Services, LLC)
• Approved agreement with Baton Rouge Police Department for one SRO at McKinley High ($42/hr)
• Approved $22,800 Right-of-Way Agreement with Entergy Louisiana, LLC for Crestworth Elementary

Board Workshop

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board will hold a workshop to hear a presentation on findings and recommendations for the district's budget process, structure, and policies. The presentation will outline a proposed action plan to implement the recommendations. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled.

• Presentation on budget process, structure, and policy recommendations, including an action plan (Ms. Swanson)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole decided on several facility changes, including relocating McKinley High School and authorizing the demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy. The body also approved a resolution to levy millages for the 2025 Assessment Roll and authorized various graduation and utility contracts.

• Relocation of McKinley High School to the Kenilworth Middle School site for 2025-2027
• Authorization to bid and award contract for demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy
• Graduation rental agreements: Southern University ($68,490), LSU ($58,000), and PSS ($62,800)
• Inter-Governmental Agreement with Baton Rouge Police Department for one SRO at McKinley High at $42 per hour
• Right-of-Way Agreement with Entergy Louisiana, LLC for $22,800 at Crestworth Elementary

The Committee of the Whole approved the relocation of McKinley High School to the Kenilworth Middle School site for two school years. The board also authorized the demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy and approved several facility and graduation contracts.

• Approved use of Broadmoor Middle Site for Esports and Athletic Facility (8-0)
• Approved relocation of McKinley High to Kenilworth Middle site for 2025-2027 (8-0)
• Authorized demolition of Arlington Preparatory Academy (8-0)
• Approved job descriptions for Literacy, Master, Executive Master, and Mentor Teachers (8-0)
• Adopted resolution to levy millages for 2025 Assessment Roll (7-0)
• Approved graduation rental agreements with Southern University ($68,490) and LSU ($58,000), and PSS ($62,800) (8-0)
• Approved agreement for one SRO at McKinley High at $42 per hour (7-0)
• Approved $22,800 Right-of-Way Agreement with Entergy Louisiana for Crestworth Elementary (8-0)

Regular Meeting

The board approved the 2025-2026 school year calendar (Option 2) by a 7-1 vote and adopted a consent agenda containing several contracts and grants totaling over $900,000. It also received monthly financial and personnel reports and approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved 2025-2026 school calendar (Option 2) by 7-1 vote
• Approved $115,919 amendment to LSU extern agreement for up to 9 externs
• Accepted $192,750 REAL grant for literacy tutoring
• Approved $288,400 contract with Amplify Education for science coaching
• Approved $190,000 contract with K12 Insight for customer service platform

The Board approved Option 2 for the 2025-2026 school year calendar. Several grants and professional service contracts were approved via a consent agenda, including funding for literacy and special education. The Board also authorized the demolition of Banks Elementary School.

• Approved Option 2 for 2025-2026 School Year Calendar (7-1)
• Approved LSU Extern Agreement amendment up to $115,919
• Accepted REAL Grant of $192,750 for literacy tutoring and training
• Accepted Academic Distinction Fund grant of $15,000 for Southdowns Pre-K playhouse
• Approved $190,000 contract with K12 Insight for customer service platform
• Approved $107,800 contract with Bailey Education Group, LLC for special education coaching
• Approved $288,400 contract with Amplify Education Inc. for science coaching
• Authorized demolition of Banks Elementary School

Committee of the Whole

The board approved several contracts and grants, including a $288,400 contract with Amplify Education for science teacher coaching, a $192,750 literacy tutoring grant, and a $190,000 customer service platform. They authorized the demolition of Banks Elementary and deferred a $960,000 facilities contract increase. The 2025-2026 school calendar was sent to the full board without recommendation.

• Approved $288,400 contract with Amplify Education Inc. for science coaching in CIR and UIR schools
• Approved $190,000 contract with K12 Insights for a cloud-based customer service platform
• Approved $192,750 Real-time Early Access to Literacy (REAL) Grant for literacy tutoring
• Approved $107,800 contract with Bailey Education Group for special education teacher coaching
• Approved authorization to advertise and award demolition contract for Banks Elementary

The Committee of the Whole approved several professional service contracts for teacher coaching and customer service platforms. The board also accepted literacy and facility grants and authorized the demolition of Banks Elementary School.

• Deferred HES Facilities Management contract increase of $960,000 (8-0)
• Approved LSU Extern Agreement amendment up to $115,919 (7-0, 1 recuse)
• Accepted REAL literacy grant of $192,750 (8-0)
• Accepted $15,000 ADF grant for Southdowns Pre-K Center playhouse (8-0)
• Approved $190,000 K12 Insights customer service contract (8-0)
• Approved $107,800 Bailey Education Group special education contract (8-0)
• Approved $288,400 Amplify Education Inc. science coaching contract (7-0)
• Authorized demolition of Banks Elementary School (8-0)

Special Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted on several action items at a special meeting. They approved an amended 2024-2025 school calendar, accepted a subscription with Alliance Technology Group for four metal detectors costing up to $334,708.44 over four years, and authorized professional services contracts with Third Future Schools and Audubon Schools to operate schools.

• Approved amended 2024-2025 school calendar
• Accepted subscription with Alliance Technology Group for four metal detectors not to exceed $334,708.44 over four years
• Approved professional services contract with Third Future Schools to operate a school
• Approved professional services contract with French and Montessori Education Incorporated d/b/a Audubon Schools to operate a school

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board approved amendments to the 2024-2025 school year calendar. The board also authorized contracts for school operations and the purchase of security equipment.

• Approved 2024-2025 Amended School Year Calendar (9-0)
• Approved subscription with Alliance Technology Group for four metal detectors not to exceed $334,708.44 over four years (9-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Third Future Schools to operate a school (9-0)
• Approved professional services contract with French and Montessori Education Incorporated d/b/a Audubon Schools to operate a school (9-0)

Regular Meeting

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board voted to approve a consent agenda including a call for a May 3, 2025, property tax renewal election and a $134,110 contract renewal for adult education at the parish prison. The board also denied three charter school applications: Collegiate Academies, GEO North Baton Rouge Elementary (K-5), and GEO North Baton Rouge Upper (6-12). Additionally, the board received a monthly financial report and personnel changes as information items.

• Approval of a resolution to call for a May 3, 2025, election for renewal of property taxes
• Renewal of a $134,110 contract with the City of Baton Rouge for adult education classes and HiSET testing at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
• Denial of the Collegiate Academies charter application
• Denial of the GEO North Baton Rouge Elementary (K-5) charter application
• Denial of the GEO North Baton Rouge Upper (6-12) charter application

The Board denied charter applications for Collegiate Academies and GEO North Baton Rouge (K-5 and 6-12). It approved charter renewals for CSAL and BASIS Midcity, and accepted the relinquishment of IDEA Public Schools Louisiana charters. Additionally, the Board called for a property tax renewal election on May 3, 2025.

• Approved property tax renewal election for May 3, 2025
• Approved $134,110 contract renewal for adult education at EBR Prison
• Approved 2025 Strategic Plan and Test Security Policy
• Denied Collegiate Academies charter application
• Denied GEO North Baton Rouge Elementary (K-5) charter application
• Denied GEO North Baton Rouge Upper (6-12) charter application
• Approved 3-year charter renewal for CSAL
• Approved 6-year charter renewal for BASIS Midcity

Board Workshop

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board is holding a workshop to discuss budget strategies and reflections. This is an informational session and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on Budget Strategies

1-Special Meeting

This special meeting is called to elect a new President and Vice-President of the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Election of School Board President
• Election of School Board Vice-President

The Board held elections for its leadership positions. Shashonnie Steward was elected President and Michael Gaudet was elected Vice-President.

• Elected Shashonnie Steward as Board President (8-1)
• Elected Michael Gaudet as Board Vice-President (5-4)

2-Committee of the Whole

The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board Committee of the Whole approved a resolution to call for a property tax renewal election. The body also approved the 2025 Strategic Plan and a contract for adult education services at the parish prison.

• Approval of a resolution to call for the renewal of property taxes on May 3, 2025
• Contract renewal with the City of Baton Rouge for $134,110 for adult education and HiSET testing at the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Test Security Policy
• Approval of the 2025 East Baton Rouge Parish School System Strategic Plan
• Approval of the Alignment Guiding Principles and timeline

The Committee of the Whole approved a resolution to hold a property tax renewal election on May 3, 2025. The board also approved the 2025 Strategic Plan, the 2024-2025 Test Security Policy, and a contract for adult education at the parish prison.

• Approved resolution to call for property tax renewal election on May 3, 2025 (9-0)
• Approved $134,110 contract renewal with City of Baton Rouge for adult education at EBR Prison (9-0)
• Approved 2025 East Baton Rouge Parish School System Strategic Plan (9-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Test Security Policy (9-0)
• Approved Alignment Guiding Principles and timeline (9-0)
• Approved ITEP resolution and appointed Board President as representative (9-0)