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Ready to Achieve! 2022-2023 School Plan Submission

2021-2022 School and Center Performance Scores Now Available
Steve Carter Literacy Tutoring Program - $1,000 digital voucher for literacy tutoring services is available for eligible students. Learn more at: louisianatutoringinitiative.com

National Family Literacy Month
School Safety Summit Resources - Access the School Safety Summit resources here!
Lafourche Parish School District wins Models of Excellence award!
Seeking Recommendations for the Louisiana Exemplary Educator Recognition Program
Calling all Excellent Educators - We are searching for Louisiana's next teacher & principal of the year + new teacher of the year. Nominate an outstanding educator now!

Guidance for the 2023-2024 Implementation of the Louisiana Student Standards for Social Studies available now!
Guidance for Leading Inclusive Special Education Programs - Engaging Key Stakeholders to Support Success for All Students
Ready to Achieve! School Operational Guidelines Updated for 2022-2023
Teacher Leader Lagniappe New Podcast Episode Now Available
English Learner Professional Development Vendor Guide + Newcomer and Beginner English Learner Curriculum Guidance 2022-2023 Requests for Applications Now Available!
Strategies school systems can use to address staffing needs.
LDOE Federal Relief Funding Dashboard
Investing to Achieve! Louisiana's Plan for Learning Recovery

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