STUDENT LEADERSHIP AT EFMS: To culminate their learning during Black History Month, students at East Feliciana Middle School hosted a special program for their families and the community. This student-led program highlighted the many contributions of African-Americans to the progress of East Feliciana Parish, the state of Louisiana, and the United States of America.
DREAMING LIKE DR. KING AT SES: Second grade students in Mrs. Courtney ’s class at Slaughter Elementary School learned about the life and work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and shared their own dreams for improving their school, their community, their nation, and their world.
CELEBRATING THE HISTORY OF BLACK MUSIC AT JES: Jackson Elementary School students hosted their families and the community for a special program highlighting the history of Black music! Talented theatre students and each grade level shared educational and inspiring vignettes, and the program concluded with a whole group rendition of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”
🎭👑 Laissez les bon temps rouler! 👑🎭
Our Child Nutrition Program team served up Mini King Cakes for a sweet treat at lunch, just in time for Mardi Gras! 💜💛💚 A little taste of tradition to celebrate the season! 🎉 #MardiGrasMagic #MiniKingCakes #SweetCelebration
BLACK LITERARY HISTORY AT EFHS: Students enrolled in English I at East Feliciana High School developed their research writing and communication skills by sharing their research findings on important figures in modern African-American literature, including Ralph Ellison and Tupac Shakur.
CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AT EFHS: Congratulations to our East Feliciana High School scholars who were named to the 2nd Nine Weeks Honor Roll! Take a moment to join us in celebrating our scholars on the B Honor Roll, A Honor Roll, and Principal's List!
SPOTLIGHT ON EARLY LITERACY AT CES: Kindergarten students at Clinton Elementary School are focused on building their literacy skills! Students participated in a “write the room” activity to practice writing “CVC” words (words that have a consonant, vowel and consonant). Students also worked together on digraphs. They are learning about letter teams that work together to make a single sound.
AN INTRODUCTION TO CHROMATOGRAPHY AT JES: Ms. Walsh’s 5th grade science classes at Jackson Elementary School developed and used a chromatography test to analyze and determine the different food coloring substances in a mixture. Hands on, project-based learning is a key component of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) learning in East Feliciana Public Schools!
TAKING FLIGHT IN AFTERSCHOOL: Middle grade students in the 21st CCLC EF Accelerate Afterschool Program are experiencing hands-on Black History through their participation in the project-based Flying Classroom, a STEM curriculum from Captain Barrington Irving, the first Black man and youngest person to fly solo around the world. Learn more about Captain Irving: https://www.today.com/video/pioneering-pilot-charts-new-course-to-educate-and-encourage-youth-230938693518?search=fly%20solo
🌮 Taco 'bout a delicious day! It's #TacoTuesday in our cafeterias! Freshly made tacos loaded with flavor, healthy toppings, and a side of fun! Don't miss out on the fiesta! 🎉 #SchoolLunch #FuelForSuccess #TacoTuesday #LouisianaFitKids
CELEBRATING OUR BASKETBALL SENIORS: The East Feliciana High School girls and boys basketball teams recently celebrated their annual senior nights. Special congratulations to our basketball seniors: Jessica Santarromana, Lauren Huggins, Chance Loyell, and Robert Washington! Thank you for your leadership as student-athletes!
TO THE MOON AND BEYOND AT EFEA: Sixth grade students at the East Feliciana Enrichment Academy modeled the phases of the moon with Oreo cookies.
100 DAYS WISER IN EAST FELICIANA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: Students at our elementary schools celebrated the 100th Day of School by counting 100 items, dressing up with 100 years of wisdom, and more!
ON TOUR IN EAST FELICIANA PUBLIC SCHOOLS: On Friday, elected members of the East Feliciana Parish School Board joined with the superintendent and members of district leadership team to visit each of our schools to see the work of our district’s strategic plan in action. Highlights included project-based learning initiatives, GROW and ACHIEVE individualized student intervention groups in alignment with Louisiana’s new school grading system, and key facilities and safety updates.
SPOTLIGHT ON HEALTH AND SAFETY: We are committed to continuous learning for all of our staff members! As part of this month’s professional development day, staff members from all schools received training on providing CPR and utilizing the AED machines that are located at all school sites. Student and staff safety is the cornerstone of all of our work in East Feliciana Public Schools!
SPREADING LOVE AT SES: Students in Mrs. Roberts and Mrs. Cox’s classes at Slaughter Elementary School made Valentine’s cards for Grace Nursing Home.
From tank to table! 🌿✨
Students at the East Feliciana STEAM Academy harvested a crop of fresh, crisp lettuce—grown through their aquaponics system! Three different varieties were picked, prepped, and served the same day in garden salads for lunch. 🍽🥗
Seeing students take part in growing and harvesting their own food is incredible—it deepens their connection to what’s on their plate and highlights the importance of sustainable, hands-on learning. 💡🌱
Amazing job, EF STEAM team! 👏 #FutureFarmers #Aquaponics #HandsOnLearning #GrowingOurFuture #SchoolGrownSalads
FOOD SCIENCE AT CES: The 5th grade science class at Clinton Elementary School conducted a stability test by adding different texture ingredients (flour, cornstarch, and lecithin) to the oil and vinegar mixture to see which additives will create the most stable mixture. Can you tell which mixture is more stable Students learn that ingredients that allow normal unmixable liquids to stay mixed are called emulsifiers. Students are still on the journey to creating their very own flavorful salad dressing!
With great gratitude, we recognize February 15 as National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! At the February meeting of the East Feliciana Parish School Board, we celebrated early with our law enforcement partners. Learn more about this important recognition: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGeKmDzE0c/4s1layQkF9uLptdqRLfHuw/watch?utm_content=DAGeKmDzE0c&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h3f3de5dbab
Congratulations to our February Students of the Month, who earned recognition for being well-rounded students!
