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Due to ongoing winter weather, all Ascension Public Schools campuses and offices will remain closed through Thursday, January 23, 2025. This decision aligns with closures announced by Ascension Parish Government, the City of Donaldsonville, and the City of Gonzales, as snow and ice will continue to create hazardous travel conditions.
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Ascension Public Schools is pleased to announce a leadership transition for the start of the new year. Jared Bercegeay, who previously served as the Vice President of the Ascension Parish School Board, was elected Board President, and Marty Bourgeois was elected Vice President.
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Ascension Public Schools announces the Support Personnel of the Year for 2024-25. These top employees were selected by their respective school peers. All honorees will be recognized before an Ascension Parish School Board meeting on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.
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Ascension Public Schools is proud to announce the appointments of several new leadership roles: Adrina Million, Ed.D., as Director of Special Education; Shannon Arceneaux as Supervisor of Special Education; Timmy Chiquet as Associate Principal of Donaldsonville High; and Jennifer Franklin as an Assistant Principal of Donaldsonville High.
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Ascension Public Schools announces the Teachers of the Year, New Teachers of the Year, and Principals of the Year for 2024-25. These top educators were selected by their respective school peers and will be honored at an Ascension Parish School Board meeting in March 2025 at which time district winners will be named.
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Ascension Public Schools announces the Student of the Year District Winners: Dutchtown Primary's Conner James Angelette, Gonzales Middle's Brielle Poche', and Dutchtown High's Marlie McLellan.
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Ascension Public Schools announces the 2024-25 Students of the Year for fifth, eighth, and twelfth grades. These outstanding students will be recognized before the Ascension Parish School Board meeting on Dec. 3, 2024, at Prairieville High School at 5:30 p.m.
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Dr. Edith M. Walker
We are very excited to share with you the latest edition of our ASCEND Magazine, where we celebrate the stories that make Ascension Public School an exceptional place for students, educators, and our entire community. This edition highlights the innovative programs, initiatives, and people that set our district apart, offering a glimpse into the tireless work we do to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.