The Pugh Family Foundation and Lafayette Parish School System have announced a $3.1 million grant to extend their Accelerating Campus Excellence (ACE) partnership through the 2028-29 school year. The funding will support the school turnaround model's expansion across the parish's schools.
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EducationLouisiana State University Eunice has announced the creation of a new college within the institution and appointed its first dean. This expansion represents a significant organizational change for the regional university, strengthening its academic structure and program offerings for students in the Acadiana area.
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EducationAlysia Messa has been named the new Director of Risk Management for the Lafayette Parish School System. This administrative appointment helps the school system manage insurance, safety, and liability matters. Messa's appointment was announced by school officials.
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EducationOpelousas schools are implementing a new 2,000-foot buffer zone around school campuses to combat drug use, particularly marijuana, among students. The regulation is set to take effect for the upcoming academic year and aims to provide a mechanism for preventing dangerous substances from reaching school grounds.
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