APSBulletin - May 2024
Dr. John Barthelemy, Superintendent
SCHOOL BOARD
Honoray Lewis, Ward 1
Lee Meyer Jr, Ward 2
Andrea Barras, Ward 3
Electa Fletcher-Mickens, Ward 4
Joshua Hebert, Ward 5
Daniel Washington, Ward 6
Bambi Hood, Ward 7
Jessica Ourso, Ward 8
Doris Dugas, Ward 9
CALENDAR
March 29-April 5 – Easter Holiday, Offices Closed & No Classes
Kate Knight, an Assumption High School senior, recently received LHSAA All-Academic State honors in two sports – volleyball and tennis. While being a competitive performer in two sports, Knight has maintained a 4.0 GPA.
Assumption Schools Announce Summer Options for Students
Assumption Parish Public Schools will offer summer camp for students in grades 2-8, as well as summer recovery classes for high schoolers.
The summer camp will be held June 3-27, Monday-Thursday each week, at Napoleonville Primary and Napoleonville Middle schools. Camp for students in grades 2-5 will be held at Napoleonville Primary from 8:10 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Camp for middle school students, in grades 6-8, will be held at Napoleonville Middle School from 7:50 a.m. to 12:20 p.m.
Bus transportation, breakfast and lunch will be provided for all students attending the summer camp. Uniforms will not be required, but students are asked to dress appropriately.
Students will receive academic instruction math, English/language arts and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). The camp will address any unfinished learning for students on an individual basis to prevent future gaps in learning.
High School students will have an opportunity to attend summer school from May 29-June 27, from 7:20 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Assumption High School. The course work will be customized for the students to ensure they can graduate with their cohort.
Kathi Aucoin, director of curriculum and instruction, said the district’s Teaching and Learning Team, as well as Site Coordinators for each campus, will work closely with summer camp and summer school members to create a positive and supportive environment for all.
“We understand how important it is to make these extra learning days fun and engaging for all our students,” Aucoin said. “It is our goal to not only advance learning but instill a greater love for learning during these extra hours that we get to spend with our students.”
Preschool Coordinator Named to the Louisiana Early Childhood Care and Education Commission
Rachel Dugas is the newly appointed member to the Louisiana Early Childhood Care and Education Commission. Dugas serves as the Assumption Parish Schools Head Start Director, Preschool Coordinator and Curriculum Supervisor.
Assumption Parish Schools’ Preschool Coordinator Rachel Dugas has been appointed to the Louisiana Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) Commission to study and make recommendations to the state regarding a vision for the future of early childhood care and education in Louisiana.
Dugas also serves as the district’s Head Start director and curriculum supervisor.
“There is a position for the commission for only two representatives of high-performing community early childhood care and education networks, and Mrs. Dugas has been named to one of those positions,” said Karen Powell, deputy assistant superintendent of Early Childhood Care and Education for the Louisiana Department of Education.
Dugas said, “I am excited for the opportunity to represent and serve the children, families, and early care and education providers of Louisiana and its communities. I look forward to collaborating with others as we all work together to advance the vision for early childhood in Louisiana.”
The Louisiana Legislature established the state-level ECCE Commission through Louisiana Act 639 in 2018. The commission’s task is to develop a vision and plan to address affordable access to high-quality early childhood education for children, birth through age 4, and formalize the local governance structures to support increased innovation in local contexts, ultimately leading to improved quality and access to funding.
“Mrs. Dugas’ appointment to this important state commission speaks to our district’s commitment to providing a high-quality education to our youngest children and Mrs. Dugas’ vital role in that process,” Superintendent Dr. John Barthelemy said. “We are fortunate to have such a dedicated educator on our team, and we are excited that her involvement with the state’s planning and funding formulas will be beneficial to all.”
Learning A New Language
Second graders at Napoleonville Primary School recently learned how to communicate using American Sign Language.
Students across the district enjoyed a day of “cool science” projects, as they celebrated the solar eclipse on April 8.
On that day, a total solar eclipse moved across North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth, completely blocking the face of the Sun. The sky will darken as if it were dawn or dusk.
The next total solar eclipse that will be visible in the contiguous United States will be on Aug. 23, 2044.
Louisiana was not in the path of the total solar eclipse and cloud cover limited viewing in the area, but local students were given special glasses to look into the sky. They also watched news reports and videos explaining the phenomenon, listened to stories, and made headbands and other crafts to commemorate the occasion. Some made Oreo treats that represented the sun and moon.
“In many ways, this was a once-in-a-lifetime learning experience,” Pierre Part Principal Nicole Pipsair said. “Our teachers wanted to make this day special and memorable for everyone.”