Community Events and Notifications

Patriot Day is a national day of remembrance dedicated to honoring the nearly 3,000 innocent victims who tragically lost their lives during the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. It also pays tribute to the first responders, military personnel, and countless individuals whose courage, sacrifice, and service exemplified the resilience of our nation. Through the JROTC Patriot Day Run/Walk, we remember those lives lost, honor those who served, and reaffirm our commitment to service, unity, and never forgetting the events of 9/11. The event directly supports JROTC's health and community service initiatives, reinforcing the program's mission of developing citizens of character who are committed to serving their schools and communities.

As Baton Rouge area leaders, we support the growth and education of local aspiring entrepreneurs. Young Entrepreneurs Academy of Baton Rouge (YEA BR, www.yeabr.org) is a national after-school program that transforms area high school students into confident entrepreneurs.

Starting in the fall, the weekly program teaches 8-12th grade students how to start and run their own businesses. To assist students in identifying their own business ideas, instructors from the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business help them connect their talents and interests to business opportunities. Students do not need to have a business idea before applying! 

Throughout the academic year, students create business plans, file their companies with the Secretary of State's office, pitch their plans to a panel of judges for seed funding at the annual Community Pitch, and launch their own startups. Moreover, high school students who graduate from the Academy qualify for LSU credit. 

Please share this opportunity with your network to help us reach creative, driven students who would benefit from YEA BR. Additional information is available online: 

- Website with application: www.yeabr.org 

- Student pitch videos: www.yeabr.org/successes 

- One-page printable summary: http://bit.ly/yeabrforstudents

 Student referrals can be made at www.yeabr.org/refer. The application deadline is August 16. 

 Link to DIBELS VIDEO:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/11EHpCh4tGP1e72xMfeSSTRDpAqD8INAe/view?usp=drivesdk   

We’re thrilled to launch the Gordon Gives Tan Cares Bulletin Board, a collaborative initiative between Gordon McKernan and broadcast superstar LaTangela Fay.

This project aims to celebrate the outstanding contributions of teachers and support staff who make a significant impact within and beyond the classroom.

At Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, we’re committed to supporting the Baton Rouge community.  Through Gordon Gives, we’ve given back to children, families, and neighborhoods.  Partnering with LaTangela in April 2022 has allowed us to expand our outreach efforts, as we are both dedicated to charity and community service.

The Gordon Gives Tan Cares Bulletin Board is our latest initiative to recognize the unsung heroes in our schools.  We believe that educators and school workers play a crucial role in shaping our community’s future.  The Bulletin Board will highlight those who go above and beyond.

We’re calling on all community members to nominate deserving teachers who embody the spirit of service and dedication. Visit https://www.getgordon.com/gordon-gives/225-bulletin-board/ to submit your nomination.  Each month, two individuals will be selected from the nominations received.

Nominate someone for the Gordon Gives Tan Cares Bulletin Board today and help us celebrate our local heroes!

BATON ROUGE — East Baton Rouge Parish School Board member Emily Soule and Studyville CEO Amanda Martin visited 2une In on Tuesday to share more information on a fundraiser to buy uniforms for high school bands with outdated uniforms or without uniforms entirely. 

Martin started the donations with $25,000, calling the choice to donate a no-brainer.

"We have school students giving their heart and soul into marching bands, and they're wearing t-shirts," she said. 

Soule said the school board should do everything it can to allow student musicians to be in outfits that match their talent, saying that they want to get all 11 high schools new uniforms by the end of the fundraiser, starting with Liberty and Glenn Oaks high schools, which do not have uniforms.

"It takes about, roughly, $40,000 per school to outfit the full band," Soule said about the Foundation for EBR Schools' effort. To outfit all high school bands in the district, it would take $484,000. 

East Baton Rouge Parish Schools has an exciting new resource to share with our parents and community —the EBR Parent Participation Program! This weekly resource is designed to empower parents and community members with the tools they need to support student success on the LEAP 2025 assessment as well as DIBELs (K-2). Each week, families can visit the EBR Parent Participation Program site to receive a structured yet manageable way to engage with key academic content, featuring one LEAP-released item in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. With just 15-minute sessions, 3-4 times per week, this program provides an easy yet impactful way to reinforce essential skills at home. Spread the word and encourage your students' families to take advantage of this powerful learning tool! 

EBR ECCN UPDATES

The EBR Early Childhood Department is committed to being available for your questions and concerns.

•  Application updates will be emailed through PowerSchools. If you need assistance with accepting a seat electronically, please contact your first school of choice. 

For additional information, questions, or concerns regarding the PreK application, please call 225-960-1671 or 225-226-7675 or email earlychildhood@ebrschools.org. 

EBR Early Childhood Community Network  |  Phone:  (225)960.1671 or (225)226.7675  |  Fax:  (225)361.0293

Fathers, Father Figures and Men! Join us on Tuesdays at 1120 Government St. @ 12:15pm or 6:30pm for our weekly Responsible Fatherhood classes. FREE baby pampers, men and children's clothes, Men's suits, household items, and more!

Education and Employment opportunities.

Counseling and therapy available.

Refreshments provided

The DEMCO Foundation is a non-profit charitable organization, founded in 1997, to assist DEMCO members in times of need. Some of what we assist with includes:

• Rent/mortgage

• Repairs/maintenance on homes

• Pharmacy and medical supplies

• Special assistance in emergencies (natural disasters such as house fire, flooding, tornado, etc.)

• Other human needs

In addition to what is listed above, the Foundation also assist with school uniforms and college scholarships which may be beneficial to students and graduating seniors. The application portal for scholarships will be open from April 14th- June 15th. DEMCO members may apply for school uniforms anytime during the year . For more information, DEMCO members may visit our website https://www.demco.org/community/demco-foundation.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Rhowanda Vessel, Community Relations Coordinator by email, rhowandav@demco.org or phone at (225)262-2141.