Leadership

August 1, 2025

Hello, Spartans!

We are delighted to begin school, and there is so much energy and excitement on campus. We know 2025-2026 is going to be a fantastic year, giving your student the best possible high school experience! We are committed to communicating any changes and updates as quickly as possible throughout the year. We want to address some of the questions or concerns you may have regarding the first day of school. We understand this is a lot of information, so over the next couple of 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 7!

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
  • L-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 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. The first two weeks of school can be a bit challenging as everyone settles into their morning routine. Please be patient and expect slower-moving lines during this time. Your understanding is appreciated!
  • Drivers - All student drivers will be parking in the front lot OR the 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. Grace, at cormanda.grace@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. ▪ Please add the app “Here Comes the Bus” to track your bus’s eta. The district code is 29537. This app will be active beginning August 4th. ▪ To find your student’s bus number, go to Edulog Link: https://edulog.apsb.org/liveweb/webquery/ 
• AT DISMISSAL, there will be one 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 AND STUDENT SERVICES INFORMATION

Should students have issues with their schedule, they can complete a Google Form schedule change request, which will be reviewed by our counselors. On the first day of school, 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 previously requested, 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.

Student Services: Our counseling department is here to support your student! If you have any questions or concerns about scheduling, please don’t hesitate to contact your student’s counselor. Additionally, our other support personnel are available to assist with any further needs.

• Freshmen                  Kimberley Chauvin
• Sophomores              Marqita Thompson
• Juniors                       Bailey Castillion
• Seniors                      Anastatia Theriot
• Career Coaches        Tracy CheveallierTammy Gautreau, & Deanna Morrison
• 504 Facilitator            Erica Hogan
• Sped LEAD teacher   Meghan Burch

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        Jonathan Walker
• Sophomores    Cormanda Grace
• Juniors             Heather Lalonde
• Seniors            Dawn Johnson

DRESS CODE

No dress code changes have been made for the 2025-2026 school year. 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.

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:

• @eahs2026     Seniors
• @eahs2027     Juniors
• @eahs2028     Sophomores
• @2029eahs     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.

STATE OF LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION CHANGES:

Please remember that the Louisiana state law prohibits 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, smart glasses and smart watches. 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.

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 X (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. 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 and 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!

 

 

Sincerely,

 Lauren Lambert Stephens

Principal, East Ascension High School