13-02-2025
2 Baker schools with ‘F' ratings to close, superintendent says
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — Two schools in Baker will be closing after both were designated as 'F' schools in Louisiana.
City of Baker School System Superintendent JT Stroder explained the closure of Baker Heights Elementary and Baker Middle School in a letter to parents after a Wednesday night special board meeting.
Both schools were included on a list of 20 Louisiana schools identified as 'F' schools after the Recovery School District reconvened in the spring. The Baker school system was approached in August regarding the two schools being subject to Recovery School District takeover.
Stroder said plans were prepared and submitted as requested by the Recovery School District to redesign the schools for educational improvements.
'The plan further sought assistance from the State Board in implementation and additional resources. Despite our efforts, we have received little to no feedback from the state regarding our proposed turnaround plan,' Stroder said.
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The board decided to close Baker Heights Elementary and Baker Middle School for the 2025-26 school year on Wednesday night. Stroder said students at these schools will attend Parkridge PreK-8, reassuring parents that Parkridge has not been identified as low-performing by the state.
'We are committed to ensuring a smooth transition and are working internally to redesign the K-8 school, implementing a system that fosters student success and leaves no child behind,' Stroder said. 'Turning around a school and a district takes time, but please know that I am fully committed to providing Baker students with the best possible educational opportunities.'
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