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School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment2,128 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$30,003 (FY2020)
Schools5 · 180 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$400.0M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency73% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency63% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch54% (2018)

Recent meetings

Tue Jul 22, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Board to vote on $50M borrowing, superintendent contract, and insurance renewal

The Orleans Parish School Board will consider several financial and personnel actions, including a $50 million Revenue Anticipation Note to stabilize cash flow to charter schools, a second amendment to the superintendent's employment contract, and renewal of the casualty insurance program for $1,199,507.50. The board will also conduct an informal performance assessment of the superintendent and vote on policy amendments regarding superintendent evaluation and school board committees.

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2 Tuesday, July 22, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jul 22, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jul 22, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jul 22, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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Thu Jun 5, 2025

Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget

Public hearing on OPSB's proposed $36.4M General Fund and $612.5M Special Revenue budgets

The Orleans Parish School Board will hold a public hearing to receive input on the proposed 2025-2026 consolidated budget before a vote at the regular meeting later that day. The General Fund budget shows $36,370,877 in revenues, $44,075,410 in expenditures, and $8,592,317 in transfers in; the Special Revenue Fund shows $612,471,237 in revenues, $65,111,601 in expenditures, and $546,172,577 in transfers out.

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2 Thursday, June 5, 2025 Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 4:30 PM 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to order - Roll Call Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action, Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - Public Hearing: 2025 - 2026 Consolidated Budget Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Public Hearing begins at 4:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as established by the Chairperson.  Parliamentarian will recognize the speaker and give him/her permission to proceed.  The speaker shall state his/her name and address for the Board r …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as presented by Mr. Zervigon, second by Mr. Parker.
6 absent
Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Thu Jun 5, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to vote on charter changes, milk contract, and capital management deal

The Orleans Parish School Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including authorizing a Spanish dual-language program at Foundation Preparatory Charter School, accepting the voluntary surrender of Esperanza Charter School for consolidation, and approving a $61,000 amendment for milk products from East Side Jersey Milk Company. The board will also consider a $3.3 million first amendment for program, construction, and capital planning services with Manning, APC. Additionally, the superintendent will present findings from a TNTP strategic plan review.

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2 Thursday, June 5, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jun 5, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as establi …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as presented by Mr. Zervigon, seconded by Mr. Parker.
24 absent
Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Tue Jun 3, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board holds financial workshop on proposed 2026 budget

The Orleans Parish School Board is holding a special business meeting that includes a financial workshop to discuss the proposed 2026 budget. The board will also adopt the agenda and adjourn the meeting. Public comment is allowed under established rules.

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2 Tuesday, June 3, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 10:00 AM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps) 1. Opening the Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Special Board Business Meeting begins at 10:00 AM). Each person shall be permitted to sp …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Mr. Zervigon, second by Mr. Marshall.
4 absent
Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Griffin absent
Tue Jun 3, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Orleans Parish School Board to vote on charter changes and $3.3M contract amendment

The Orleans Parish School Board Committee of the Whole will consider adopting minutes, first readings of policy amendments, and updates on strategic plans and student support. Two charter actions are scheduled for formal votes: a Spanish dual-language program at Foundation Preparatory Charter School and the voluntary surrender of Esperanza Charter School. The board will also review financial updates and vote on a $3.3 million amendment to a construction management contract.

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2 Tuesday, June 3, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jun 3, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as esta …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the board meeting agenda as modified, deleting Agenda Item 6.17 Resolution 20-25 Use of General Fund Balance Reserve for Deferred Revenues…
39 absent
Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Ms. Baudouin absent
Thu May 15, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

Board to vote on $3.6M restorative practices program for middle school students

The Orleans Parish School Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a $3.6 million contract for a restorative practices program for middle school students, a $507,268 loan for repairs at Justice R.O. Ortique school, and a $174,159 software license renewal. The board will also accept a $699.98 sports equipment donation from Special Olympics Louisiana and adopt minutes from previous meetings.

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2 Thursday, May 15, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting May 15, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 15, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting May 15, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as esta …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Mr. Parker, seconded by Vice President Eames
11 absent
Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Parker absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Griffin absent
Tue May 13, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

School board to vote on $70M+ budget amendments and committee appointments

The Orleans Parish School Board will vote on two budget amendments totaling over $70 million, approve committee appointments for 2025, and accept a sports equipment donation. The board will also receive presentations on school support, accountability, academics, enrollment, and finance.

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2 Tuesday, May 13, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting May 13, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 13, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting May 13, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as e …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call
26 absent
Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent
Mon May 5, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to discuss lawsuit against city and personnel matters in closed session

The Orleans Parish School Board will hold a special meeting to consider approving legal strategy in its lawsuit against the City of New Orleans and to discuss personnel matters behind closed doors. The board will also adopt the agenda and set rules for public comment.

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2 Monday, May 5, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 11:00 AM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting May 5, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 5, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting May 5, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Special Board Business Meeting begins at 11:00 AM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call
8 absent
Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Biro absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Biro absent · Mr. Zervigon absent
Thu Apr 17, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

Board to rescind Benjamin Franklin Elementary's independent LEA status

The Orleans Parish School Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including rescinding Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's independent local educational agency (LEA) status due to a financial compliance issue. The board will also approve the 2025-2026 employment calendars, a new LEA agreement template for charter schools, and contracts for USDA commodity processing and building repairs.

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2 Thursday, April 17, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Apr 17, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 17, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Apr 17, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as establi …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Vice President Eames, seconded by Ms. Biro
10 absent
Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent
Tue Apr 15, 2025

BOARD RETREAT

Orleans Parish School Board holds retreat with public comment rules review

The Orleans Parish School Board will convene a retreat on April 15, 2025, at 2401 Westbend Parkway. The meeting is procedural, including roll call, pledge of allegiance, public comment guidelines review, and agenda adoption. No substantive decisions are listed.

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2 Tuesday, April 15, 2025 BOARD RETREAT ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 9:00 AM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps) 1. Opening the Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - BOARD RETREAT Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - BOARD RETREAT Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - BOARD RETREAT Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Retreat begins at 9:00AM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as established by the Chairperson.  Parlia …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call
2 absent
Ms. Eames absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Tue Apr 15, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Board to rescind Benjamin Franklin Elementary's independent LEA status over compliance issue

The Orleans Parish School Board will vote on rescinding Benjamin Franklin Elementary School's independent Local Educational Agency (LEA) status due to a financial compliance issue, requiring the school to remain under the board's LEA. The board will also consider approving the 2025-2026 employment calendars, appointing a representative to the Orleans Parish Ad Valorem Tax Exemption Program Committee, and approving the FY 2025-2026 LEA agreement template for charter schools. Presentations include updates on NORA/OPSB property redevelopment, capital projects, school support, data and accountability, and the Portrait of a Graduate.

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2 Tuesday, April 15, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Apr 15, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to reconsider previous action for Action Item 4.1 2025-2026 Central Office and Academic Calendars by President Baudouin, second by Mr. Zervigon to correct The…
1 absent
Mr. Marshall absent
Wed Apr 2, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to interview two finalists and elect next superintendent

The Orleans Parish School Board will conduct public interviews of two superintendent finalists, Dr. Sharon Latten Clark and Dr. Fateama Fulmore, then vote to select one candidate and authorize contract negotiations. The board will also enter executive session to discuss pending litigation against the City of New Orleans and the candidates' qualifications.

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2 Wednesday, April 2, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 9:00 AM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Apr 2, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 2, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Apr 2, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Special Board Business Meeting begins at 9am). Each person shall be permitted to speak up …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as amended by Vice President Eames, second by Mr. Parker, removing Agenda Item 2.1 Orleans Parish School Board v. The City of New…
4 absent
Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Tue Mar 25, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to interview superintendent finalists in closed session

The Orleans Parish School Board will hold a special business meeting to conduct executive-session interviews with three superintendent candidates: Dr. Sharon Clark, Dr. Fateama Fulmore, and Dr. Dedrick Sims. Following the interviews, the board will vote on whether to invite one or more candidates to the next phase of the search. The board will also receive a status report on its lawsuit against the City of New Orleans (CDC No. 2019-05174) and discuss attorney-client privileged matters.

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2 Tuesday, March 25, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 9am (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Mar 25, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 25, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Mar 25, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Special Board Business Meeting begins at 9am). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as amended by Mr. Parker, second by Vice President Eames deleting Agenda Item 2.1 Orleans Parish School Board v. The City of New…
2 absent
Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Parker absent
Thu Mar 20, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

Board to vote on $25M budget fix for school funding shortfall

The Orleans Parish School Board will consider a $25 million budget amendment to address a shortfall in the District Level Funding Allocation (DLFA) for schools, using $18 million from reserves and $7 million from the operating budget. The board will also vote on several revolving loan fund agreements for capital repairs at Audubon Uptown, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and Samuel Green Elementary schools. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and public comment rules.

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2 Thursday, March 20, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Mar 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Mar 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as es …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Mr. Zervigon, seconded by Mr. Marshall
4 absent
Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Parker absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Parker absent
Tue Mar 18, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Board to vote on $25M fix for school funding shortfall

The Orleans Parish School Board will consider a $25 million plan to address an unanticipated revenue reduction in the District Level Funding Allocation (DLFA). The interim superintendent recommends using $18 million from general fund reserves and $7 million from the operating budget, with a policy waiver to replenish reserves using $20 million in settlement funds. The board will also hear a financial update and vote on several school facility improvement loans.

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2 Tuesday, March 18, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Mar 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Mar 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as amended by Mr. Marshall, second by Mr. Parker deleting Agenda Item 3.15 Resolution 09-25 regarding transfer of Abramson…
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Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Mr. Zervigon absent
Thu Feb 20, 2025

Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation

School board orientation with legal presentation and public comment rules

This is a procedural orientation meeting for Orleans Parish School Board members. The agenda includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, rules for public comment, adoption of the agenda, and a legal presentation. No substantive decisions or policy items are scheduled.

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2 Thursday, February 20, 2025 Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 4:30pm Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. Opening the Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Orleans  Parish School Board Member Orientation   begins at 4:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided motion by Mr. Zervigon, second by Ms. Griffin
3 absent
Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Parker absent · Mr. Parker absent
Thu Feb 20, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

Board to vote on $892K in school repair loans for Tubman and Williams

The Orleans Parish School Board will vote on three Revolving Loan Fund agreements totaling $892,124.80 for capital repairs at Harriet Tubman School and Sylvanie Williams School. The board will also accept two donations to The Leah Chase School: $6,000 from the Edgar 'Dooky' and Leah Chase Foundation for diverse library books, and 250 books from the Mystical Order of the Phoenix valued at $4,000. These items are on the consent agenda and may be approved in a single vote unless a board member requests separate discussion.

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2 Thursday, February 20, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Feb 20, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as amended by Mr. Zervigon, second by President Baudouin adding Executive Session Action Item 6.3 Orleans Parish School Board, et…
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Tue Feb 18, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Board to vote on $21.9M budget amendment, Harriet Tubman repairs

The Orleans Parish School Board Committee of the Whole will discuss and vote on several items, including a $21.9 million increase to the FY2025 General Fund budget and two loans totaling $726,630.86 for repairs at Harriet Tubman School. The board will also receive updates on the superintendent search, enrollment, and school performance data.

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2 Tuesday, February 18, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Feb 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Feb 18, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Vice President Eames, second by Mr. Parker
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Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Zervigon absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Wed Feb 5, 2025

Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation

School board orientation covers operations, legal case

This is a member orientation meeting, not a regular business meeting. The agenda includes procedural items (call to order, pledge, adoption of agenda) and a presentation on school board operations, enrollment, school support, and student support. An executive session will discuss a pending lawsuit, Orleans Parish School Board v. City of New Orleans.

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2 Wednesday, February 5, 2025 Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 8:30am - 1:30pm Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. Opening the Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Feb 5, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 5, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Feb 5, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Orleans  Parish School Board Member Orientation   begins at 8:30AM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minu …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided motion by Mr. Zervigon, second by Vice President Eames
6 absent
Mr. Marshall absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent · Ms. Eames absent · Ms. Biro absent · Ms. Griffin absent
Tue Feb 4, 2025

Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation

School board holds orientation for new members

This is a procedural orientation meeting for Orleans Parish School Board members, covering governance, finance, academics, and accountability. No votes on substantive policies or contracts are scheduled.

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2 Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 8:30am - 4:00pm Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. Opening the Meeting Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Feb 4, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 4, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Feb 4, 2025 - Orleans Parish School Board Member Orientation Category 1. Opening the Meeting Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The   Orleans  Parish School Board Member Orientation   begins at 8:30AM) . Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2 …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided motion by Vice President Eames, second by Mr. Zervigon
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Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Parker absent
Thu Jan 30, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

Board to discuss and vote on superintendent search plan

The Orleans Parish School Board will hold a special meeting to discuss the superintendent search and vote on the job announcement and search plan. Public comment is allowed under established rules.

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2 Thursday, January 30, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jan 30, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 30, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jan 30, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Special Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30 PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as established by the Chairperson.  Parliamentarian will recognize the speaker and give him/ …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as presented by Mr. Zervigon, second by Mr. Parker.
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Wed Jan 29, 2025

PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding the Characteristics and Qualifications of the Next Superintendent of Schools

Public hearing on qualifications for next superintendent

The Orleans Parish School Board is holding a public hearing to gather community input on the characteristics and qualifications they should seek in the next Superintendent of Schools. The meeting includes a presentation and an opportunity for public comment, with each speaker limited to two minutes.

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2 Wednesday, January 29, 2025 PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding the Characteristics and Qualifications of the Next Superintendent of Schools McDonogh #35 Senior High School 4000 Roneagle Way, New Orleans, LA 70122 5:30 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jan 29, 2025 - PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding the Characteristics and Qualifications of the Next Superintendent of Schools Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 29, 2025 - PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding the Characteristics and Qualifications of the Next Superintendent of Schools Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jan 29, 2025 - PUBLIC HEARING: Regarding the Characteristics and Qualifications of the Next Superintendent of Schools Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard …
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Thu Jan 16, 2025

BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to vote on policy changes, contract amendments, and orientation plan

The Orleans Parish School Board will consider a consent agenda including an amendment to Policy DCBB for the Systemwide Needs Program, a contract amendment with CSRS for disaster recovery grants management, and an extension for the College and Career Success Hub platform. The board will also vote on a member orientation plan and adopt previous meeting minutes. The meeting includes procedural items like public comment rules and agenda adoption.

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2 Thursday, January 16, 2025 BOARD BUSINESS MEETING ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 5:30pm (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jan 16, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 16, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jan 16, 2025 - BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Board Business Meeting begins at 5:30PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, as …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Mr. Zervigon, second by Mr. Marshall
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Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Parker absent · Ms. Baudouin absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Tue Jan 14, 2025

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

School board to vote on member orientation plan and committee resolutions

The Orleans Parish School Board Committee of the Whole will consider approving a new board member orientation plan, resolutions to maintain the Innovation and Stability and Personnel committees, and a first reading of an amendment to policy on board member compensation. The board will also hear presentations on school support, academics, accountability, and finance, and vote on contract amendments for disaster recovery grants management and the College and Career Success Hub platform.

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2 Tuesday, January 14, 2025 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD 2401 Westbend Parkway New Orleans, Louisiana 70114 1:00 PM (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jan 14, 2025 - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high-level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:  The Committee of the Whole Meeting begins at 1:00PM). Each person shall be permitted to speak up to two (2) minutes, …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the meeting agenda as provided by Mr. Zervigon, second by Mr. Parker
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Mr. Marshall absent · Mr. Marshall absent
Thu Jan 9, 2025

SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING

School board to elect president, vice president, and set committees

The Orleans Parish School Board will hold a special business meeting to elect a Board President and Vice President, authorize their signatures on official documents, and approve committee appointments for 2025. The meeting also includes a closed executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged matters.

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2 Thursday, January 9, 2025 SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING McDonogh #35 Senior High School 4000 Roneagle Way, New Orleans, LA 70122 5:30 PM NOTE: Orleans Parish School Board Members will be sworn in prior to the Special Board Business Meeting. (Notice: This meeting may be convened up to 30 minutes prior to the posted schedule to facilitate the orderly conduct of business). Live OPSB meetings are broadcast on OPSB-TV (Cox 8), YouTube (@nolapublicschools), Facebook (@NOLA Public Schools) and Instagram (@nolaps). 1. OPENING OF MEETING Subject 1.1 Call to Order - Roll Call Meeting Jan 9, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Action Recommended Action Motion to call the meeting to order. File Attachments Subject 1.2 Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 9, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 1.3 Rules for Public Comment Meeting Jan 9, 2025 - SPECIAL BOARD BUSINESS MEETING Category 1. OPENING OF MEETING Type Information Rationale: Board Counsel will provide a high level overview of the OPSB guidelines for public comment/participation at OPSB Board Meetings.   Anyone wishing to speak with regard to items on the agenda should fill out a public comment card and submit it to the Board Secretary.  Cards will be received up to one-half hour after the meeting begins ( Notation:&nb …
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1.1 Call to Order – Roll Call — Motion to adopt the board meeting agenda as presented by Mr. Parker, second by Ms. Eames.
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Ms. Eames absent

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