First Harvest at EF STEAM: Students at the East Feliciana STEAM Academy harvested and enjoyed the butter lettuce that they grew from seed in their aquaponics system. Next up: spinach!
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A student eats a piece of lettuce while sitting.
A student eating a piece of lettuce, holding it with two hands.
A student eats a piece of lettuce
A student holds up a bundle of lettuce.
Last month, students enrolled in Intro to Engineering at EFHS, an LSU pathways course, were able to tour the LSU College of Engineering's Patrick F. Taylor Hall and machine shop. Students were able to see hands-on labs connected to 11 disciplines of engineering.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A group of people, mostly students, stand in front of a building labeled "Patrick F. Taylor Hall."
Students Learn About Dog Safety at SES: Cloverbud and 4-H members at SES had a visit from Yogi, a Newfoundland therapy dog. They learned how to WAIT: watch for dog body language; ask for permission to pet; invite the dog to smell your hand; and touch lightly, do not pat the head.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A woman in a green shirt holds the leash of a very big dog that is lying down. An audience of children and adults in bleachers surrounds them.
Three children gently touch a very large dog,
The East Feliciana Parish School Board recently recognized Michelle Dennis Bell, Pre K teacher at Jackson Elementary School. The JES Pre K program earned an overall Fall 2022 performance rating of Excellent based on observations using CLASS, a nationally-recognized instrument.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A person holding flowers is in front of a blue backdrop. There is text that reads “Congratulations to Michelle Dennis Bell, Pre K teacher at Jackson Elementary School! The JES Pre-K program earned an overall performance rating of Excellent for Fall 2022 based on CLASS instructional observations. Mrs. Bell's instructional scores exceeded the state average on every domain of CLASS, a nationally-recognized observation tool.” Below the text is the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo. Above, in gold text on a navy bar is the hashtag #HomegrownPride. Below in gold text on a navy bar is the text “Pre-K Instructional Program Rating of Excellent.”
Clinton Elementary School students visited the LSU Rural Life Museum where they learned about Louisiana and Lower Mississippi heritage, culture, landscape, architecture, hardships, toils, vision, inspiration, and determination.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A group of students and adults stand in front of a historic brick building with white pillars.
Three children stand in front of an old automobile.
TONIGHT (Thursday, March 23) at 5:30 PM: Check out some exciting student-powered STEM projects at East Feliciana Middle School! All are invited and encouraged to attend!
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
East Feliciana Middle School Presents STEM •NIGHT Student-Powered Projects Thursdav March 23 at East Felciana Middle 5:30 pm - 7:30pm You are Invited to Come & Explore Science, Technology, Engineering & Math in Interactive & Engaging Environment SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH Event We will showcase & present our coolest interactive projects
Introducing our East Feliciana Public Schools District Students of the Year! We are proud to have these outstanding young people represent our community! We invite you to learn more about each of our school- and district-level Students of the Year: bit.ly/efstudentsoftheyear
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A child wearing black; to the right is text that reads Paris Self East Feliciana Public Schools 5th Grade Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a yellow bow; to the right is text that reads Za'yin Lewis East Feliciana Public Schools 8th Grade Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a grey sweater; to the right is text that reads Chynna King East Feliciana Public Schools 12th Grade Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
We are excited to recognize the Students of the Year from East Feliciana Middle School, Slaughter Community Charter School, and East Feliciana High School! Learn more about our school- and district-level Students of the Year: bit.ly/efstudentsoftheyear
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A child wearing a yellow bow; to the right is text that reads Za'yin Lewis East Feliciana Middle School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a checkered shirt; to the right is text that reads Braeden Howell Slaughter Community Charter School 8th Grade Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a grey sweater; to the right is text that reads Chynna King East Feliciana High School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a floral shirt; to the right is text that reads Trinity Whetstone Slaughter Community Charter School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
We are excited to recognize the Students of the Year from Clinton Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School, and Slaughter Elementary School! Learn more about our school- and district-level Students of the Year: bit.ly/efstudentsoftheyear
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A child wearing black; to the right is text that reads Paris Self Clinton Elementary School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a pink bow; to the right is text that reads Ma'kayla Jarrell Jackson Elementary School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
A child wearing a checkered shirt; to the right is text that reads Paris Cline Bendily Slaughter Elementary School Student of the Year and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
Tiger Track and Field Starts Strong: The East Feliciana High School Tigers outdoor track and field team competed at the Mentorship Academy Memorial Invitational Relays on Friday, March 10. Herman Batiste placed first in the long jump, high jump, 110 meter hurdles, and 300 meter hurdles. Patrionna Miller placed first in the triple jump and second in the long jump. Antoine Johnson placed third in the 1600 meter run. Congratulations, Tigers!
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
Three students in track gear are standing on a football field. They are also wearing medals and holding blue shirts with neon green text.
Monitoring Goals at SES: Students at Slaughter Elementary School decorate their brick on their grade's Math Wall to celebrate meeting their monthly math goal. Using high-quality assessment systems to monitor and respond to student performance is a priority of our strategic plan.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
Two smiling students color in a brick on a poster.
Accelerating with Excellence: Students demonstrating outstanding leadership and positive behavior in the EF Accelerate afterschool program at Jackson Elementary School were recently recognized with a Raising Cane's Achievement Award. EF Accelerate provides afterschool tutoring and enrichment at no cost to families through a federally-funded 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant and with continued support from community partners.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
Six students hold up Cane's certificates on a stage filled with balloons.
A smiling child holds up a Cane's certificate.
A child in glasses holds up a Cane's certificate.
A child with a bow holds up a Cane's certificate.
Spotlight on Math at Clinton Elementary School: Small group instruction and developing strong concrete understandings of math concepts are key components of math classes in East Feliciana Public Schools.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A group of students working with manipulatives around a kidney bean table with a teacher.
A teacher models with manipulatives at a table with 3 students.
A student points with a pencil to a fraction strip.
Exploring Art in East Feliciana Public Schools: Pre-K through 6th grade students at Slaughter Elementary School have been sketching out cover designs for their new art sketchbooks, and students at East Feliciana STEAM Academy develop their vocabulary understanding by illustrating their understanding of key word meanings. Increasing individualized opportunities, particularly in the arts, is a priority of East Feliciana Public Schools' strategic plan that emerged through focus groups with students, families, and teachers.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A student is sketching with a pencil.
A student is drawing with a pencil.
Two students drawing with a pencil and a marker.
At their March meeting, the East Feliciana Parish School Board recognized the EFHS boys' basketball team for qualifying for the state basketball tournament and Herman Batiste for winning the state indoor high jump competition. Congratulations on your historic achievements!
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A group of students and coaches are in front of a yellow backdrop. Above them on a blue backdrop is the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo and text that reads " EFHS boys' basketball team was recognized at the March meeting of the East Feliciana Parish School Board for qualifying for the LHSAA Marsh Madness state basketball tournament as a Division IV Non-Select semifinalist. The team finished the year with a record of 24-8, winning the Class 2A District 6 championship."
A student is in front of a yellow backdrop. To the right of him is text that reads EFHS student Herman Batiste was recognized at the March meeting of the East Feliciana Parish School Board for winning the Division II Boys' High Jump at the 2023 LHSAA Indoor Track and Field State Meet. He also placed 6th in the Division II Boys Long Jump. His high jump of 6' 8.25" was the highest in all divisions at the state meet and the Division II all-time meet record. Congratulations, Herman! Above him is a natural scene; superimposed on that scene is a banner that says "#HomegrownPride" and the East Feliciana Public Schools graduation cap logo.
Investigating Energy at EFEA: Students at the East Feliciana Enrichment Academy dissected owl pellets as part of a hands-on investigation on biomass and the level of energy that is "lost" at different trophic levels.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A student investigates bones inside an owl pellet.
A student uses a tool to see what is inside an owl pellet.
Building the Future at CES: Pre-K students at Clinton Elementary School tested their engineering skills by building the tallest structure possible that could both hold a toy and not fail when other students blow on the structure. Creating a comprehensive continuum of STEAM learning across all grade levels is an initiative within East Feliciana Public Schools' five-year strategic plan.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A child is smiling as she stacks red cups.
A child places a small figure on top of a stack of cups.
A child focuses on cups he is stacking.
A child smiles standing by a collection of stacked red cups.
Exploring Agriculture at EFMS: 7th and 8th grade students at East Feliciana Middle School attended the Southern University Ag CenterEducational Experience Expo at the Maurice A. Edmond Livestock Arena. Students explored agricultural displays, demonstrations, exhibits, animals, and mobile unit tours in order to gain a deeper understanding of the wide variety of careers and opportunities available in the field of agriculture. Connecting students individualized opportunities and connecting with organizations like the SU Ag Center are priorities of East Feliciana Public Schools' strategic plan.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A person in glasses holds a dog.
Students at Clinton Elementary School recently hosted a science fair to showcase the results of their research and investigations on different scientific topics. Thank you to Trish Ford-Anderson, Victoria McMullen Dunn, and Susan Smith from the East Feliciana Public Schools District Leadership Team for serving as judges, and congratulations to all participating young scientists!
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A student stands in front of a blue display about lightning.
A student stands in front of a yellow display that says "Science" and "Let's get ready to clean"
Six students stand with trophies in front of the Clinton Elementary School sign.
Spreading Kindness at EFHS: Members of the East Feliciana High School Student Government Association observed Random Acts of Kindness Day on Friday, February 17 by passing out treats to their classmates and teachers.
over 1 year ago, East Feliciana Public Schools
A group of students and teachers are in a school hallway, where they are surrounding a cart that is full of treats.