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Former Ascension Public Schools employee arrested for felony theft
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A woman formerly employed with the Ascension Parish Public School System has been arrested after she was accused of stealing over $12,000. The Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office (APSO) says Kayla Jones, 33, is charged with felony theft of $5,000 but less than $25,000. According to the sheriff's office, detectives started an investigation after being contacted by officials with Ascension Public Schools on Wednesday, April 30. Jones, a former employee, was reported to have taken approximately $12,624.92 during her time of employment. An internal audit and follow-up investigation showed that the funds were taken in separate amounts over a period of time. A warrant was issued for Jones, who later turned herself in. She was booked into the Ascension Parish Jail. The investigation is ongoing. Ascension Public Schools released the following statement: 'We have zero tolerance for any form of misconduct or financial mismanagement within our school system. Upon discovering indications of potential theft of funds at Central Middle School, we acted immediately by initiating a thorough investigation in partnership with an independent auditor and notifying law enforcement and the legislative auditor's office,' said Ascension Public Schools Superintendent Edith M. Walker. 'We are grateful for our partnership with the Ascension Parish Sheriff's Office for pursuing this case and protecting our school district. In Ascension, we are fully committed to transparency, accountability, and the protection of public resources, and we will pursue the matter to the fullest extent of the law.' Superintendent Edith M. Walker Gonzales police arrest two suspects in Top Notch Daiquiris shooting Lawmakers sit back to watch Trump-Musk blowup drama What We Learned: Casan Evans is him, LSU fans are spoiled Customers report getting punctured Nintendo Switch 2s from NYC GameStop Former Ascension Public Schools employee arrested for felony theft Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicles says another text message scam is circulating. Here's what to know. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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25-02-2025
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6 Baton Rouge area students named Louisiana Students of the Year finalists
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Six students from Baton Rouge area schools were named finalists for this year's Louisiana Students of the Year competition. The Louisiana Department of Education said 24 finalists were named statewide. The awards ceremony is set for May 16 at The Cook Hotel and Conference Center in Baton Rouge. Winners will be announced for grades 5, 8 and 12. 'Congratulations to each of our finalists. They represent the very best of Louisiana's young scholars and leaders,' Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley said. 'We are proud to recognize academic excellence and look forward to celebrating with these students, their families, and educators in May.' See which students from the Baton Rouge area were named finalists. Zoey Olivia Jenkins from Parkview Elementary School in East Baton Rouge Parish. Kai Ava-Jrew Butler from Brusly Upper Elementary School in West Baton Rouge Parish. Christopher James Godso III from North Corbin Junior High School in Livingston Parish. Brielle Taylor Poche' from Gonzales Middle School in Ascension Parish. Marlie Blair McLellan from Dutchtown High School in Ascension Parish. Krishawndalyn Louise Rian Clark from Port Allen High School in West Baton Rouge Parish. Ascension Public Schools Superintendent Edith M. Walker released a statement congratulating two students named finalists. 'Congratulations to Brielle Poche' and Marlie McLellan for being named Louisiana Student of the Year finalists! Their hard work, dedication, and excellence truly embody the spirit of Ascension Public schools, and we are incredibly proud of the outstanding way they represent Gonzales Middle and Dutchtown High schools.' Ascension Public Schools Superintendent Edith M. Walker West Baton Rouge Schools released the following statement. 'Please join us in congratulating 5th grader Kai Ava-Jrew Butler and 12th grader Krishawndalyn Louise Rian Clark as one of 8 finalists each for Louisiana Student of the Year. 'Their achievements in leadership, academic performance, and community service exemplify the qualities we strive to foster in our students. Congratulations to both students on this remarkable accomplishment!' West Baton Rouge Schools via Facebook Impact Charter School sues BESE after board removal, alleges overreach House GOP budget resolution on thin ice as conservatives dig in on opposition Baton Rouge mayor gives update on proposed plan to rededicate library funds Here's where the first Chi-Chi's will open — and how you could own part of the brand Vance on Trump declining to endorse him: 'It's too early' 6 Baton Rouge area students named Louisiana Students of the Year finalists Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
