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![A. Denise Graves Headshot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1747678785/apsborg/spuwzqriaxuaosrixmqf/DeniseGraves2016thumb2.jpg","width":2200}])
Ascension Public Schools proudly announces the upcoming retirement of Assistant Superintendent A. Denise Graves, a trailblazing educator and leader who has served the district with steadfast dedication for over 44 years.
![Krystal Swain receives award naming her 2025 Louisiana Wing Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year by the Civil Air Patrol]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747171028/apsborg/brsc0mq1fxwzmbu4zn9n/da625b4d-a812-3330-3b60-078f6c85eec8.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747171028/apsborg/brsc0mq1fxwzmbu4zn9n/da625b4d-a812-3330-3b60-078f6c85eec8.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747171028/apsborg/brsc0mq1fxwzmbu4zn9n/da625b4d-a812-3330-3b60-078f6c85eec8.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747171028/apsborg/brsc0mq1fxwzmbu4zn9n/da625b4d-a812-3330-3b60-078f6c85eec8.jpg","width":1080}])
Ascension Public Schools proudly announces that Krystal Swain, an educator at Dutchtown Middle School, has been named the 2025 Louisiana Wing Aerospace Education Teacher of the Year by the Civil Air Patrol (CAP)—a prestigious honor recognizing exceptional dedication to aerospace and STEM education. Swain has also earned the rank of Captain in the Civil Air Patrol.
![Ascension Public Schools nurse Dena Pinnell accepts her recognition certificate from Superintendent Dr. Edith M. Walker for being named the 2025 Louisiana School Nurse of the Year by the Louisiana School Nurse Organization]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1746714670/apsborg/tizcwyle6namen5fex0a/04-15-25BoardMeeting-1.jpg","width":2200}])
Ascension Public Schools nurse Dena Pinnell has been named the 2025 Louisiana School Nurse of the Year by the Louisiana School Nurse Organization (LSNO). This prestigious honor recognizes her outstanding contributions to school nursing and her unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of students.
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Ascension Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Darby Lambert as Chief Administrative Director. With over two decades of dedicated service to the district and an extensive background in information technology and leadership, Lambert brings a wealth of experience, institutional knowledge, and strategic vision to this new role.
![ProStart students hold up their first place winnings.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743798538/apsborg/zjoltlr54kscdltttdgx/unnamed58.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743798538/apsborg/zjoltlr54kscdltttdgx/unnamed58.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1743798538/apsborg/zjoltlr54kscdltttdgx/unnamed58.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1743798538/apsborg/zjoltlr54kscdltttdgx/unnamed58.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743798538/apsborg/zjoltlr54kscdltttdgx/unnamed58.jpg","width":1505}])
Ascension Public Schools is thrilled to recognize our ProStart students for "taking home the cake" at this year’s Louisiana Seafood ProStart Invitational, hosted by the Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation. Demonstrating exceptional talent and dedication, the Ascension Parish ProStart team secured first place in the BRG Culinary Competition.
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Due to the inclement weather this morning, we are offering flexibility with tardy times today. Please prioritize safety while traveling and take extra care as we navigate through these weather conditions.
![Gerald Colwart III the new Assistant Principal at St. Amant High School Headshot]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1742844078/apsborg/mzvuyafvds2sex7n9w7a/03-18-25GeraldColwart-1.jpg","width":2200}])
Ascension Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Gerald Colwart III as a new Assistant Principal at St. Amant High School. A dedicated educator and leader, Colwart brings over a decade of experience in teaching, coaching, and special education leadership to his new role.
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Dr. Edith M. Walker
We want to make you aware that we received an important update from PowerSchool regarding the cybersecurity incident reported earlier this year.