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Axios
27-03-2025
- Business
- Axios
Meet the 3 semifinalists for NOLA Schools' top job
New Orleans public schools are getting a new superintendent, and the school board will begin interviewing its three semifinalists for the position Tuesday evening. Why it matters: The new superintendent will inherit an ongoing financial crisis while managing the city's unique all-but-one charter school district. Catch up quick: The board is looking for a new NOLA Public Schools superintendent after Avis Williams' sudden resignation last fall. Williams' departure after about two years on the job came amid the district's realization of a multimillion dollar budget gap. State of play: The school board has narrowed down its field of candidates to three. After they undergo interviews in a special board meeting Tuesday, the board will select two finalists, according to a district spokesperson. Then, those two finalists will be available for public engagement events, the spokesperson says, including a town hall at Walter Cohen High School at 6pm April 1. Final round interviews are set for April 2, with the superintendent election to follow that day. The board is due to approve the superintendent's new contract on April 17. The board previously approved a salary between $275,000 and $310,000, plus benefits, The Times-Picayune reported. Here's a quick look at the three semifinalists for the job, according to bios provided by NOLA PS: Dr. Sharon Latten-Clark currently serves as the charter director at Sophie B. Wright High School and on the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. She previously taught in Houston and at Frederick Douglass High School, and served as an assistant principal at a Phoenix, Arizona, school. Latten-Clark is a graduate of Xavier Prep, Xavier University and UNO. Dr. Fateama Fulmore has served as the interim superintendent of NOLA PS since Williams' departure. She was deputy superintendent under Williams as well. Fulmore has more than 20 years of experience in PK-12 education, and has taught in or led school districts with direct-run and charter schools. She's a Brooklyn, New York, native and holds degrees from Appalachian State University, Grand Canyon University, Gardner-Webb University and Gwynedd Mercy University. Dr. Dedrick Sims serves as the CEO of the Colorado-based Sims-Fayola Foundation, which aims to improve the lives of young men of color. Sims' career began as a substitute teacher, and he has since served as a teacher, school administrator and founder.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Former Louisiana Senator J. Bennett Johnston dead at 92
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Longtime Louisiana Senator J. Bennett Johnston has died at the age of 92. Johnston was elected to the Senate as a moderate Democrat in 1972, and he served four terms until he retired in 1997. Two finalists selected in NOLA Public Schools Superintendent search Before his time in Washington, he served as a state representative and state senator. 'Bennett Johnston was a giant, in not just Louisiana politics, but national politics. There were few like him, and he will be deeply missed,' said Louisiana Governor Jeff Cross neighbors receive support from council members in fight against grain terminal iPad submerged 5 years in London's River Thames helps unlock murder plot To shoot or not to shoot: FBI agents have no room for error Comedian, Rob Schneider, bring comedy tour to Louisiana Shreveport police investigating shots fired incident Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Two finalists selected in NOLA Public Schools Superintendent search
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Two finalists have been selected in the search for a new superintendent for the New Orleans Public School System. According to NOLA Public Schools, the Orleans Parish School Board named Dr. Sharon Latten-Clark and Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore as finalists after a board meeting on March 25, which followed first-round interviews with three semifinalists. Clark approaches the selection with over 25 years of experience in public education, serving currently as the Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education district 2 representative and charter director for Sophie B. Wright High School in New Orleans. She holds a bachelor's and a master's degree from Xavier University, with her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of New Orleans. Louisiana interior designer makes magic with Luke Macfarlane on new show 'Home is Where The Heart Is' Fulmore currently sits as the interim superintendent of NOLA Public schools, previously serving as the deputy superintendent. She holds over 20 years of experience in PK-12 education. Fulmore's education includes a bachelor's from Appalachian State University, a master's from Gardner Webb University, an Ed.S. from Grand Canyon University and an Ed.D. from Gwynedd Mercy University. The next steps in the selection process will occur as follows, per NOLA Public Schools officials: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 – Public engagement event with finalists at 6 p.m. at Walter L. Cohen High School Wednesday, April 2, 2025 – Special board meeting to conduct final-round interviews and election of superintendent Thursday, April 17, 2025 – Board business meeting to approve contract for new from New Orleans to Mobile starting service in Summer, 2025 Former Louisiana Senator J. Bennett Johnston dead at 92 Two finalists selected in NOLA Public Schools Superintendent search Louisiana interior designer makes magic with Luke Macfarlane on new show 'Home is Where The Heart Is' Jeff Dow named the next head coach of the Southeastern Women's Basketball program Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Orleans Parish School Board announces semi-finalist in Superintendent search
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Orleans Parish School Board has narrowed its search for the new superintendent. The search comes after former Superintendent Dr. Avis Williams stepped down in 2024 after becoming the first woman to hold the position in 181 years, in 2022. Orleans Parish Sheriff's Office job fair offering law enforcement opportunities, more The three finalists are: Interim Superintendent of NOLA Public Schools Dr. Fateama S. Fulmore BESE District 2 Representative and Charter Director of Sophie B. Wright High School in New Orleans Dr. Sharon Latten-Clark CEO of the Sims-Fayola Foundation Dr. Dedrick Sims 'This marks a crucial turning point for NOLA Public Schools, and we are confident that this selection process will guide us to a leader who will inspire and advance our district. We deeply appreciate all the applicants for stepping forward to serve,' said said OPSB President Katie Baudouin. Tina Knowles brings book tour to New Orleans A special meeting will be held Tuesday, March 25 when the board will hold its first round of interviews and select the finalists. 'We are excited to learn more about these outstanding semifinalists, each bringing a rich blend of experience and a profound dedication to education,' said holds off Mississippi State in final seconds to win 75-72 in March Madness New Orleans Saints are brining Brandin Cooks back on a two-year deal Elon Musk visits Pentagon Gov. Landry declares emergency for Louisiana OMV system failures Orleans Parish School Board announces semi-finalist in Superintendent search Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Bogalusa under boil advisory after water main breaks
BOGALUSA, La. (WGNO) — The City of Bogalusa is experiencing water loss at several locations and has issued a boil water advisory after multiple water main breaks occurred. According to a release on the city's Facebook page, crews have been working to restore water since 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 6. In a 1:15 p.m. update on March 7, repairs were reportedly being concluded, but the boil advisory is persisting until samples can be tested and confirmed to be safe. Teachers protest mayor's decision to not pay NOLA Public Schools The main breaks had cut off water services to a local hospital, major businesses, the paper mill, residents and City Hall. Updates are planned to be provided by the city as they become man arrested in traffic stop turned drug bust Hispanic Caucus demands apology from GOP campaign arm after 'illegal immigrant' smear Bogalusa under boil advisory after water main breaks Second-largest bank in Mexico calls Trump 'biggest risk to Mexican economy' Federal judge stops compounded copies of Eli Lilly weight loss, diabetes drugs Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
