Leadership

August 2, 2024

Hello, Spartans! We are so delighted to begin school, and we know 2024-2025 is going to be a fantastic year on our bEAutiful, new campus! We are committed to communicating any changes and updates as quickly as possible through the year. We wanted to address some of the questions or concerns you may have regarding the first day of school. We know this is a lot of information so, over the next weeks, you will be receiving several emails regarding different items of attention. But first, let’s get ready for the first day of school, which is Thursday, August 8!

THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL PROCEDURES

If students plan to eat breakfast on campus, they should report directly to the cafeteria. If they choose not to eat, students should report to the outside area of the cafeteria, or media center. Students may enter campus at 7:10, as teachers will be on duty beginning at this time. (No students should be on campus before 7:10; please abide by this request.) The entry bell will ring at 7:25 for students to report to 1st block. On the first day of school, students will report to designated areas to pick up an updated copy of their schedule which will include teacher names, room numbers and lunch shifts.

• Freshmen should report to the Freshman Academy to pick up a printed copy of their schedule.
• All other students will report to the following areas according to last name:
  • A-K - Front Gym
  • K-Z - Back Gym
• Teachers will be distributing schedules and Yell Leaders/Senior Mentors will be available throughout campus on the first two days to assist with class locations!

Student Open House

• 9th grade students are invited to “walk” their schedule, Aug. 6 from 5:00-7:00 pm.
• 10-12th graders are invited to “walk” their schedule, Aug. 7 from 5:00-7:00 pm.

*Please note: Offices will be closed and counselors/teachers will not be available to meet for questions. This is simply an opportunity for students to better understand the campus and find their classes.

STUDENT DROP OFF & PICK UP

• BEFORE SCHOOL, the entry bell rings at 7:25. No students can be dropped off before 7:10 in the morning.
  • Car Riders - Just as last year, car riders enter campus through the Freshman Academy gate beginning at 7:10. (Please note, our special education buses must drop students first, so please patiently wait until 7:10 to enter the campus.) Cars will be moved into double lines to expedite the process so please be cautious of students crossing to enter campus. The gate across from the cafeteria entrance will be open and drivers can turn right or left to exit campus.
  • Drivers - All student drivers will be parking in the front lot OR the back shell lot; parking passes must be purchased. (See Mr. Walker for parking passes.) Once students have parked, they should exit their cars. No student is allowed to sit in their vehicle until the bell rings. Teachers will be on duty to help ensure students are aware of procedures.
  • Bus Riders - Students will be dropped off by bus on campus at 7:10. Please email Ms. Lalonde, at heather.lalonde@apsb.org, or at 225-391-6100 with any questions. The first two weeks of school are always a little uncertain as drivers learn their routes so please be patient with them as they work to create a definite schedule.

**Bus drivers will be calling the parent/guardian of students listed on their routes using the phone numbers we have on file in PowerSchool. If you do not hear from your child’s driver, you should use Edulog to find your child’s bus number, available bus stops and approximate times for pick up.

**Edulog Link: https://edulog.apsb.org/liveweb/webquery/

• AFTER SCHOOL,there will be one dismissal bell for all students at 2:35. To lessen traffic and student movement close to dismissal, we ask that you not check your student out of school after 2:00.

SCHEDULE CHANGES

Should students have issues with their schedule, they can complete a Google Form schedule change request, which will be reviewed by our counselors. First block teachers will be able to assist students with the google form. A student’s schedule will only be changed if it meets the criteria for an emergency schedule change. Because we create our Master Schedule around the classes students request, class changes for the sake of change will not be considered.

The following are the criteria for an Emergency Schedule Change:

• If a student is missing a course to graduate
• If a student has a course scheduled twice
• If a student has a blank on his or her schedule
• If a student indicates that he/she has passed a course listed on his/her schedule.
• If a student has failed or has not completed a course and has the next level course, e.g. in Algebra II when he/she failed or has not completed Algebra I.

Counseling Department: Our NEW counseling department will now service our students according to cohort.  Please reach out to your student’s counselor with any questions or concerns.

Freshmen	Kimberley Chauvin
Sophomores	Vernestine Jiles
Juniors	Ashley Wright
Seniors	Anastatia Theriot

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grade Level Administrator Duties: Our administrative team is always willing to help and guide any students and parents. However, we ask that your first inquiry is to your student’s grade level administrator.  See below:

Freshmen	Kim Uzee
	Jonathan Walker
Sophomores	Dawn Johnson
Juniors	Heather Lalonde
Seniors	Dineska McZeal

FREE/REDUCED LUNCH

We have been fortunate over the past few school years to have qualified for a grant that provided free breakfast and lunch to all students, and we will receive this tremendous “gift” again this school year. This means that every student on our campus will be able to have one serving of breakfast and one serving of lunch every day for free. Remember, should your family meet the qualifications for free/reduced lunch, this would also afford your student other financial assistance at the high school level. If you would like to apply, go to www.myschoolapps.com.

DRESS CODE

No dress code changes have been made for the 2024-2025 school year. As always, students are required to wear khaki bottoms only and as always, students are able to wear spirit shirts that are royal blue, yellow, white and gray. Also, all jackets/outerwear must follow the same color distinction. ID’s will be distributed in the first few days of school and students must wear their IDs at all times during the school day. The first ID a student receives is free. Students may purchase temporary IDs for $1 and a replacement ID for $5 to prevent ID violations.

Please revisit the district’s dress code policy for high schoolers and note that EAHS students are not allowed to wear sweatshirts/jackets with hoods or wear anything that covers their heads. The high school dress code policy can be found in the APSB Handbook at: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1718204837/apsborg/pfmuigd2hdxged4xfy2x/FINAL24- 25HANDBOOK.pdf

CLASS REMIND INFORMATION

Encourage your student to join their “Class Remind.” You are welcome to join as well to receive important updates that your students will need. Remember, once accepted into the Remind, go to “settings” in Remind and set notifications to phone and email!

Text the following code to 81010:

@eahs2025     Seniors

@eahs2026     Juniors

@eahs2027     Sophomores

@eahs2028     Freshmen

SUPPLY LISTS: Supply lists will be given by each teacher on the first few days of school as classes are different for each student.

SCHOOL FUNDS ONLINE: This is the most efficient way to pay fees for your student. It takes less than 5 minutes! (See the attached information to register for School Funds Online.) Student fees will be added to their account in the first couple weeks of school.

STATE OF LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CHANGES:

A new state law prohibits the student use of electronic telecommunication devices. The new law states the following:

No student shall possess, on his person, an electronic telecommunication device throughout the instructional day (between the first and last bell). If a student brings an electronic telecommunication device in any school building or on the grounds thereof during an instructional day, the electronic device shall either be turned off and properly stowed away for the duration of the instructional day or prohibited from being turned on and used during the instructional day. (LA R.S. 17:239).

Our instructional day will be 7:10 AM - 2:35 PM on a normal dismissal day and 7:10 AM - 12:40 PM on an early dismissal day. Electronic communication devices include cell phones, smartwatches, wireless headphones, etc. We should not see students in possession of or hear any of these items during our instructional day.

• If a student fails to comply with this law, the device will be confiscated by a staff member and turned into the front office. Only the parent/legal custodian will be allowed to retrieve the phone in person. Additionally, a $10 processing or administrative fee will be assessed and must be paid before the student’s parent/legal custodian receives the phone.
  • Phone retrieval time is between 8:00-2:00.
• If a student refuses to relinquish the device to a staff member, the refusal will result in a suspension for willful disobedience.
• Students will not be given any “break” times during the day to access their phones. This includes breakfast and lunch times. We understand that this may cause some trepidation. Fortunately, our children go to schools in a district in which every high school student has access to a laptop. As such, it presents an opportunity for you to email your child when necessary. We strongly suggest that you speak with your child about their email address so that you are able to contact them if necessary.

EAHS SOCIAL MEDIA - Stay Linked In!

Along with following us on our website, you will also access information by visiting and liking our East Ascension High School Facebook Page and following us on Twitter and Instagram. Parents and students may also receive messages through Google Classroom and teachers, coaches, and club and class sponsors may also create separate Remind accounts to send information. Parents and students may use Powerschool to check grades and attendance at httpsapsb.powerschool.com/public/home.html. We will also utilize School Messenger to send parent emails throughout the school year. If your email address changes during the school year, please contact Student Services at 225-391-6116.

We are looking forward to grEAt year! We are truly thrilled about the return of our Spartans, we are committed to another successful school year and we are so grateful to have such a supportive school community. As always, GO SPARTANS! #wEAre #excellencealways #begrEAt

 

Sincerely,

Lauren Lambert Avery

Principal, East Ascension High School