🍪 Fresh baked cookies are coming out of the oven in our school cafeterias!
Not only are these cookies delicious, but they also meet USDA guidelines for whole grain-rich foods. Whole grains are packed with essential nutrients and fiber, helping to fuel our students' learning and growth. By incorporating whole grains into our meals, we're supporting healthier eating habits and providing a more nutritious option.
We’re excited to offer these tasty treats as part of our commitment to student wellness. Enjoy the cookies, and remember that each bite supports a healthier lifestyle! 🍪💪 #WholeGrainGoodness #HealthyEating #SchoolCafeteriaTreats
TURNING BACK TIME AT EF STEAM: 8th grade science students at the East Feliciana STEAM Academy have been exploring plate tectonics! This week, they used a variety of data sources to move backwards in time to reconstruct the supercontinent Pangea. Through this activity, students developed their scientific skills in investigation and data analysis.
Congratulations to our East Feliciana Public Schools October Students of the Month, who were recognized for being respectful!
Second grade students at Slaughter Elementary School are exploring different types of seeds and learning and discussing how they are dispersed. Hands-on, place-based learning is a critical part of developing students as scientific thinkers in the elementary grades.
Congratulations to Ms. Farryn Douglas from Clinton Elementary School, our East Feliciana Public Schools October Employee of the Month!
📢 Did you know? Our district is a proud participant in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP)! 🎉
This means ALL students in our schools can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every day—no need to fill out meal applications or worry about meal costs. 🍽✨
💡 Benefits of CEP:
-No cost to families: All students eat for free, regardless of income.
-Encourages participation: More students can enjoy nutritious meals, boosting focus and energy for learning.
-Reduces stigma: Every child gets equal access to healthy meals without having to worry about payment.
Through CEP, we’re ensuring that every student has access to the nutrition they need to succeed in the classroom. 🏫🍎🥪
#CommunityEligibilityProvision #FreeSchoolMeals #EqualAccess
#HealthyEating #StudentSuccess #CNP #NutritionMatters
DEMOCRACY IN ACTION AT EFMS: Earlier this month, students at East Feliciana Middle School went through the voting process to learn more about civic engagement and select candidates for the homecoming court. Homecoming Week is next week - stay tuned for updates!
After learning about the impact of the Transcontinental Railroad on American society, students at East Feliciana High School collaborated on the development of board games to teach others about the railroad.
SHOWING OUR THINKING AT SES: Students in math classrooms at Slaughter Elementary School are showing their work to reach new heights in math! Students focus on showing their work every day through the use of the CUBES strategy.
Ms. Turner’s 1st-3rd grade ESS students at Jackson Elementary School worked on writing sentences and paragraphs last week based on their individual goals. One student even conducted research to write his own nonfiction paragraph!
🌟 September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month! 🌟
In East Feliciana Public Schools, we’re dedicated to helping students lead healthier lives through balanced meals and wellness education. Our Child Nutrition Program focuses on offering nutritious meals that reflect cultural diversity while promoting healthier eating habits. 🍎🥦🍗
This month, we’re highlighting: ✅ Fresh fruit and vegetable offerings at every meal ✅ Balanced menu options that support healthy growth and learning ✅ Nutrition education to encourage smart food choices ✅ Physical activity initiatives to promote active lifestyles
Together, let’s inspire our students to develop lifelong healthy habits and combat childhood obesity. 💪✨
#HealthyKids #ChildhoodObesityAwarenessMonth #EFPSWellness #CNP
SOLVING SOAPY MYSTERIES AT EFMS: Students at East Feliciana Middle School conducted a soap bubble and bottle investigation. The students observed and described what happens when the air inside a closed system is heated and cooled.
STEP INSIDE PRE-K AT CES
Each day, Pre-K students at Clinton Elementary School begin the day with their morning affirmation as a class. Then they spend the day developing their literacy, communication, and social skills through a variety of engaging learning opportunities!
PRINCIPALS IN FOCUS: We are excited to introduce you to the leaders who are guiding our schools this school year! These leaders are here to ensure our teachers and our students achieve their goals for the 2024-2025 school year. So you can get to know each of them a little bit better, each principal would like to share a special quotation that is guiding their leadership this year!
Feliciana Bank provided members of the East Feliciana High School football team with dinner prior to their home opener on September 6. As a community public school, we are so appreciative of our community partners who invest in expanding opportunities for our students!
Our child nutrition program is committed to expanding healthy food choices for our students. Check out our new parfait, which is part of our breakfast menu rotation at all schools and part of our meatless lunch menu option rotation at East Feliciana High School!
A GROWTH MINDSET: THE FOUNDATION OF SUCCESS
Last week, students at Jackson Elementary School and Slaughter Elementary School participated in NED’s Mindset Mission, a live, school-wide assembly performance that teaches the benefits of a growth mindset in a way kids love and remember. This year, students at each of our schools will set goals for their performance throughout the course of the school year.
We hope that everyone has remained safe during this severe weather event. Based on guidance from emergency management officials, all East Feliciana Public Schools and offices will reopen Friday, September 13. Students should bring their completed Wednesday and Thursday distance learning assignments with them. Thank you for your patience and grace throughout this process.
East Feliciana Public Schools Emergency Notice:
Based on guidance from emergency management officials, all afterschool activities for East Feliciana Public Schools are canceled for Tuesday, September 10. All East Feliciana Public Schools and offices will remain closed on Wednesday, September 11 and Thursday, September 12. On Thursday, we will provide an update regarding our return after assessing impacts of the storm on our schools and our community.
In accordance with our Continuous Learning Plan, all students will receive assignment sheets from their school for use in distance learning during the closure.
On Wednesday, September 4, East Feliciana High School hosted a College, Career, and Transition Fair for EFHS and Slaughter Community Charter School students. Our goal is for students to graduate from EFHS with meaningful credentials and an action plan for future success!
