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Louisiana School Board Association Art Contest District Winners
Elementary - Laurel Westmoreland, FPS
Middle School - Madisyn Watkins, EES
High - Heidi Gormanous, VHS
Varnado High School student, LaDerrick Smith, was awarded the highest honor given to youth by Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) at the national conference in Washington D.C. CADCA is a national program purposing to reduce drug use one community at a time. Smith received the National Outstanding Youth Leader of the Year award. This award recognizes leaders that have gone above the call of duty to work diligently in their coalitions, demonstrate a passion from making an impact on their community and have a lasting effect on the NYLI (National Youth Leadership Initiative.)
Three Washington Parish School System students attended the conference: LaDerrick Smith, Khaled Waliagha and Emma Williams. Congratulations LaDerrick!
Recently released district and school performance scores show growth for the Washington Parish School System. The district is proud to announce it has reclaimed the "B" letter grade status issued by the Louisiana Department of Education and all school letter grades are "B" or "C". All WPSS schools earned "A" or "B" letter grades for student growth performance. See the presentation below for 2019 Performance Scores. Detailed reports released from the Louisiana Department of Education may be accessed by clicking here.
Washington Parish College & Career Fair 2019
This joint effort among WPSS high schools brings WPSS juniors and seniors from all high schools in contact with colleges, industry, and business. Students had the opportunity to gather information about many post-secondary opportunities available in and around our area. This year's event was held at Pine High School on September 11th.
*PHASE 3 ANNOUNCEMENT*
Governor Edwards has announced that Louisiana is moving into PHASE 3 tomorrow, September 11. Therefore, the Washington Parish School System will move to phase 3 of the school reopening plan.
Beginning Monday, September 14, students in grades pk-6 will attend school 4 days each week (Mon-Thurs). Students in grades 7-12 will continue on the hybrid schedule. Distance learners may continue with distance learning.
The district will closely monitor numbers of students on buses next week. If bus capacity allows, additional grade levels will be added to the 4-day week.
Please follow school & district websites, Facebook & Instagram pages for updates.
Washington Parish School System
Safe Schools Reopening Plan and Procedures
***REVISED PLAN for PHASE 3*** 9/8/20
Washington Parish School System updated the district plan for phase 3 with a slight revision. When Gov. Edwards moves LA into phase 3, WP students in grades PK-6 will attend school 4 days each week (Mon-Thurs) instead of 5. Teachers will continue to use Fridays for distance learning and planning. The district is also monitoring numbers in classrooms and on buses. When numbers allow, additional grade levels may be added to the 4-day week schedule.
WPSS REOPENING PLAN FOR DELIVERY OF INSTRUCTION IN 2020-2021
Washington Parish School System is planning to begin school on Aug. 17 in a traditional manner. However, the school system has developed a plan for each possible phase in which schools may be required to open due to COVID-19. These plans are based on guidance from the LA Department of Education, the LA Department of Public Health, & the LA Governor’s Office. It is subject to change as guidance from these lead agencies change. Click here for the complete plan.
Have questions about the reopening of school in Washington Parish for the 2020-2021 year? Email them to WPCOVID@WPSB.INFO. An FAQ will be updated on the WPSB website based on questions received.
WPSS Fall Reopening Survey
Families are encouraged to complete the following survey concerning the 2020-2021 reopening of schools. Your input is important to us as we move forward. Click here.
Every Child Counts – 2020 Census
By now, every home has received an invitation to participate in the 2020 Census.
The 2020 Census count impacts the federal funds that communities receive each year for programs and services that are critical for schools, students, and younger children, such as:
- Special education, Head Start, after-school programs, and classroom technology.
- Food assistance, including free and reduced-price school lunches.
- Maternal and child health programs.
- Planning, preparedness, and recovery efforts for national emergencies, including COVID-19.
Self-responses, which can be completed online, by phone, or by mail until October 31, ensures federal funding to support Louisiana students.
2020 Washington Parish Teachers of the Year
Click here to meet our teachers of the year.
Our Vision
ALL students receive quality instruction in a rigorous and relevant curriculum to prepare them to graduate college or career ready.
Our Mission
We Prepare Students for Success
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Job Openings
To view positions that the Washington Parish School System is accepting applications for, click here.
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Washington Parish School Board Receives 2020 Best of Franklinton Award
Franklinton Award Program Honors the Achievement
FRANKLINTON January 30, 2020 -- Washington Parish School Board has been selected for the 2020 Best of Franklinton Award in the Elementary And Secondary Schools category by the Franklinton Award Program.
SOURCE: Franklinton Award Program
Franklinton High School is truly honored to display the Louisiana State Flag donated by Representative Melinda White.
A very special thank you to Mrs. Melinda White for her donation of the state flag.
FPS Paw Pride Club collected blankets and socks for the residents at Good Samaritan Nursing Home. Sponsors delivered them 12/19/19. All residents will receive a blanket and socks 12/20/19 at their Christmas Party.
Hodges, WPSS Early Childhood Coordinator, Speaks at The Early Childhood Care and Education Commission in Baton Rouge
