Teachers, bring your bright ideas to life! The DEMCO Bright Ideas Grant Program is offering grants of up to $1,000 to K–12 public school teachers for creative classroom projects that inspire students. Funding may support hands-on learning activities, innovative lessons or curriculum, and educational field trips. East Baton Rouge teachers are eligible to apply, and the application window is September 1–October 15. Have an idea that could enhance learning for your students? This is a great opportunity to make it happen!

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Congratulations to Belaire Team A, Belaire Team B, Liberty Team A, and Liberty Team B on an outstanding performance at the Walker High School Raider Challenge Meet held on Saturday, September 19, 2025. Your participation in this grueling competition demonstrated exceptional teamwork, determination, discipline, and resilience. Throughout the day, each team faced demanding challenges that tested both physical fitness and mental toughness, including the Ammo Can Relay, Rope Bridge, Obstacle Course, Cross Country Rescue, and Physical Team Test events.

Competing in a Raider Challenge requires commitment, preparation, and the willingness to push through adversity. Each of you represented your schools, instructors, and teammates with pride and professionalism. Regardless of final standings, your dedication, effort, and positive attitude exemplified the core values of Raider competition.

Thank you to the cadets, instructors, and parents whose hard work made this accomplishment possible. The experience gained through competition strengthens leadership skills, builds confidence, and prepares you for future success both on and off the course.

Well done to all four teams. We are proud of your achievements and look forward to seeing your continued growth and success throughout the Raider season. Keep up the excellent work and continue striving for excellence.  

Hands-On Learning. Real-World Careers. Endless Possibilities!On Tuesday, September 15, EBR 6th-grade students had the opportunity to attend JA Trades, an interactive career exploration experience filled with hands-on demonstrations and opportunities to learn directly from industry experts.

Throughout the day, students explored a variety of skilled trades and career pathways. These experiences give our students an opportunity to discover careers they may have never considered while connecting what they learn in the classroom to the skills used in today’s workforce.

 A huge shout-out to Junior Achievement for organizing this incredible event and providing our students with another opportunity to explore careers  through Interactions with industry professionals and hands-on activities

FFA and Pre-Apprenticeship Carpentry students at Istrouma High School are working together to convert a playhouse into a chicken coop for the chicks they have been raising. This project gives the students an excellent opportunity to apply the skills they are learning in class. Reliable Roofing demonstrating the proper way of placing a roof on the chicken coop. 

Broadmoor Senior High School, in partnership with Aetna Better Health of Louisiana, will host its College & Career Day on Friday, October 16, 2026, from 9:00–11:30 a.m. This event will connect students with community organizations, colleges, and career partners while exposing them to opportunities for life after high school.

Community, college, and career partners are invited to participate as vendors and help empower today’s students while inspiring tomorrow’s leaders.