For readers in New Orleans, this page covers learning, the institutions shaping the classroom and the policy changes affecting the city. Reporting follows school funding, student outcomes and shifts in curriculum across local settings.
Nearly 100 middle school girls explored science, technology, engineering and math at Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans.
Live Poll
Do you think local schools are doing enough to prepare girls for STEM careers?
Top-ranked high school football teams will meet at Tad Gormley Stadium on Saturday night.
Live Poll
Should Louisiana expand medical school programs to address the doctor shortage?
The new College of Medicine in New Orleans's BioDistrict is accepting applications for its inaugural class, which is scheduled to begin studies in 2027.
Live Poll
Should marijuana possession in school zones be treated as a felony conviction?
The university recorded a 63 percent decrease in marijuana-related violations between March and October 2026.
Live Poll
Do you trust local public schools in your area to remain open and adequately funded?
A survey of local families highlights anxiety over enrollment trends and the future of public education in the city.
Live Poll
Do you support closing underperforming local schools to manage district budget and enrollment challenges?
The district recommends shuttering the New Orleans East charter school due to academic struggles and declining enrollment.
This section follows test score data, school funding debates, policy updates and new teaching approaches. Reporting spans across the city and the communities around it, wherever public or private schooling happens. The unique blend of charter oversight and historical school district management creates a cycle of constant administrative change. Funding structures and staffing levels remain the primary factors that dictate how these changes appear in the classroom.
