(New Orleans – November 25, 2024) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) proudly announces the appointment of Nyesha Veal, as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the school system. With a proven track record of financial leadership and a deep commitment to educational excellence, Veal will oversee the financial operations of the district, ensuring t...

Position Overview and Timeline released. (New Orleans – February 7, 2025) — The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) is pleased to announce the official launch of its search for the next Superintendent of NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS). This key leadership position offers a remarkable opportunity to guide a unique, diverse, and dynamic school system d...

NOLA Public Schools is accepting applications for membership on the Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC). This council will meet monthly to provide advice and recommendations regarding special education policies, procedures, and resources. The council will also engage in outreach activities to the community at large to increase the level of kn...

(New Orleans – March 20, 2025) — The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) passed a $25 million resolution to mitigate the over-projection in the District Level Funding Allocation (DLFA) by implementing a comprehensive funding plan proposed by Interim Superintendent Dr. Fateama Fulmore. The initiative, detailed in a recommendation presented on March 1...

NOLA Public Schools is accepting applications for membership on the Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC). This council will meet monthly to provide advice and recommendations regarding special education policies, procedures, and resources. The council will also engage in outreach activities to the community at large to increase the level of kn...

(New Orleans – August 21, 2025) — Today, the Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) announced the approval of a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement (CEA) with the City of New Orleans to share revenues generated by traffic cameras located in school zones. This two-year agreement, effective upon execution by both parties, ensures that a portion of the fines c...

(New Orleans – July 3, 2025) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is delighted to announce that we have been recognized as one of the top improving systems overall for 3-12 mastery+, with an impressive +2% increase in student performance. "Our district's continued improvement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, educators...

(New Orleans – September 12, 2025) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is proud to announce a new partnership with Lipscomb University to bolster the pipeline of school psychologists in Orleans Parish amid a nationwide shortage. The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) recommends a ratio of 1 school psychologist per 500 students, yet the...

(New Orleans – August 21, 2025) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is proud to announce Benjamin Franklin High School has been ranked #1 in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report in its latest Best High Schools rankings. It is also the only school in the state to make the national Top 100 list. This prestigious recognition underscores the school's ...

WHAT: NOLA Public Schools' (NOLA-PS) Early Learning & Child Care invites families to attend in-person Open Enrollment events every Friday in August and September. These sessions offer personalized support for: Enrolling children (birth to 4 years) in Early Learning & Child Care programs Starting or completing applications Exploring availabl...

(New Orleans – June 23, 2025) — We're proud to announce the launch of a new resource: New Orleans Public Schools: 20 Years Later—an online data-informed timeline that reflects two decades of transformation in New Orleans public education. Developed by NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) and New Schools for New Orleans (NSNO), in collaboration with the Co...

(New Orleans – June 5, 2025) — The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) unanimously voted to adopt Option 3 of its Deferred Revenue Plan, authorizing up to $12.5 million in supplemental funding to support schools facing financial challenges due to deferred revenue over-projections for the 2024-2025 school year. Under this option, the OPSB will alloca...

(New Orleans – June 5, 2025) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Jawan Brown-Alexander as Deputy Superintendent, effective June 23, 2025. A native New Orleanian and graduate of our city's public schools, she brings over 30 years of distinguished experience in education, leadership, and community advocacy t...

60 recent high school graduates were eligible for the drawing. (New Orleans – (May 30, 2025) – 17-year-old Jonathan Vazquez, a recent graduate of Morris Jeff High School won this year's Stay in School Car Giveaway. Vazquez, who plans to study Game Programming and Design, as well as Mechanics, walked away with a 2025 Toyota Corolla LE for being one ...

(New Orleans – May 1, 2025) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is pleased to announce the Main Round placement results for the 2025-2026 Early Childhood NOLA Common Application Process (NCAP) are now available. Families can view their results by logging into apply.avela.org/nolaps. Early childhood enrollment in New Orleans aims to provide families wit...

(New Orleans – April 28, 2025) — NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is pleased to announce the approval of New Harmony High School's siting or relocation from its current location at the Holy Rosary campus to the Dr. Charles Richard Drew Elementary School site at 3819 St. Claude Avenue, a school board-operated facility, effective for the 2025-26 school ...

(New Orleans – April 17, 2025) — The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) celebrated the official swearing-in of Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore as Superintendent of NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) this evening, in the OPSB board room. The ceremony, held immediately following the OPSB Business meeting, was followed by a reception honoring Dr. Fulmore's appointm...

(New Orleans – April 2, 2025)— The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) voted today to offer the NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) Superintendency to Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore, who currently serves as Interim Superintendent of NOLA-PS. The Board and Dr. Fulmore will now enter contract negotiations. After a successful agreement, she will be formally appointe...

(New Orleans – March 27, 2025) – Today, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) released NOLA-PS Common Application Process (NCAP) Main Round placement results for K-12 for the 2025-2026 school year. Families can log-in and review placement results for K-12 by visiting nola.ps/apply The NCAP is the centralized school enrollment application process for Orlean...

WHAT: The Orleans Parish School Board (OPSB) will hold a public engagement meeting to introduce the finalists for the Superintendent position at NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) to the community. WHEN: Doors will open at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. The event will begin promptly at 6:00 p.m. WHERE: ●Walter Cohen High School, 3575 Baronne Street,...