2024 SJP/STA Neighbors Way Award Recipients announced

For the past several years, St. John Primary and St. Theresa Middle, in conjunction with Neighbors Federal Credit Union, have presented the Neighbors Way Award to students and staff members who best exemplify the ideals of “integrity, respect, trust, stability, community involvement, honesty, empathy, ethical behavior, and fairness”. We are pleased to participate in this […]

Local Non-Profit highlights lack of basic necessity for young families

K.I.N.D. Day (Kids in Need of Diapers Day) is observed on May 4 to help families who lack funds or access to diapers. Every baby needs diapers, but not all of them have access. Almost one-third of American families cannot afford this basic necessity. K.I.N.D. Day aims to raise awareness about the importance of diapers […]

Sha’myra Williams named Lowery Middle Assistant Principal

Ascension Public Schools announces the appointment of Lowery Middle Assistant Principal Sha’myra Williams.  Superintendent Edith Walker, Ed.D. addressed Williams while introducing her to the Board. “As you step into your roles as administrators, I am filled with anticipation for the promising future ahead at your school. Together, we stand poised to embark on a journey […]

Allison Saunders named Gonzales Primary Assistant Principal

Ascension Public Schools announces the appointment of Gonzales Primary Assistant Principal Allison Saunders.  Superintendent Edith Walker, Ed.D. addressed Saunders while introducing her to the Board. “As you step into your roles as administrators, I am filled with anticipation for the promising future ahead for your school. Together, we stand poised to embark on a journey […]

Girl Scouts honor volunteers, including two from Gonzales

Girl Scouts Louisiana East held its annual Recognition of Excellence event on Tuesday, April 2. This event, held during Volunteer Appreciation Month, honors troops leaders and community partners for their exception service and tireless dedication to the Girl Scout Movement. “Volunteers are the backbone of Girl Scouting and give of themselves selflessly to further our […]

Girl Scouts offering Summer Day Camps at DreamLab in Gonzales

Girl Scouts Louisiana East (GSLE) will host its inaugural Summer Day Camps at the Girl Scout DreamLab in Gonzales during select weeks in June and July. A STEM Summer Camp will be held June 10 through 14, and two Sew Easy, Sew Fun camps will be held with a beginner’s session taking place June 24 through […]

April 27 millage renewal to fund $110 Million in AP Public School construction

Vote Saturday, April 27, 2024 Early Voting April 13-April 20, 2024 The Ascension Parish School Board is asking voters to renew an existing 15.08 mills to fund designated construction projects and improvements across the district. This proposal includes reconfiguring Lake Elementary to the optimal school model by dividing the K-8 campus into distinct primary and […]

Girl Scouts Louisiana East offering 18-month membership

Girl Scouts Louisiana East (GSLE) began its Extended Year membership campaign on Monday, April 1. For a limited time, girls and adults interested in Girl Scouting can join for $35 and receive membership for 18 months through September 2025. “Girl Scouting is for every girl in every community,” said Rebecca Pennington, CEO of Girl Scouts […]

AP Schools looking for school bus drivers

Ascension Public Schools will conduct a FREE pre-service class for anyone interested in becoming a certified school bus driver for APSB. Must attend all listed dates. This program is for persons interested in driving for Ascension Schools only. April 22-26 & April 29,30, May 1-2 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ASPSB DISTRIBUTION CENTER 932 W. […]

St. Amant library/community center (on piers) envisioned multi-agency effort

Nearly a decade ago Ascension’s Library Board acquired 13,+ acres for a fifth branch, along Hwy 431 (between Cannon and Bayou Narcisse roads) in St. Amant.  Subsequently, much of St. Amant was devastated by the Flood of August 2016 which rendered St. Amant Park (which had been renamed to honor Roger Clouatre) unfit for its […]