GPLA Stem Festival

A fun filled day of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Featuring: Instructors from local institutions, robotics teams, The Juice Doctor, representatives of GPLA staff and student body, local educators, environmental agencies; all of whom will afford every participant an opportunity to interact with project-based learning, stations, demonstrations, experiments, healthy juice shots and hands on activities. Activities for all ages, including parents!

-360 Booth
-Mobile Video Game Theater
-Live Music
-Cotton Candy
-Popcorn
-Snowballs
-Prizes
-Food

How to donate or volunteer: Contact Mrs. Jackson
Phone: (985) 474 - 8644
email: tressa.hart@tangischools.org

Location:
Greenville Park Leadership Academy
11 J. W. Davis Drive
Hammond, LA 70403

Date: April 27, 2024
12pm to 3pm

Everything is free!

Tangipahoa Parish School System is committed to providing families with choices when it comes to the education of our children.

TPSS Magnet Schools are tuition-free elementary, middle, and high schools which offer specialized courses in addition to the adopted tier 1 academic curriculum. Students enroll into our magnet schools through an application process, allowing them to thrive in schools in which they are not traditionally zoned to attend.

APPLY TO ATTEND A MAGNET SCHOOL

Enrollment for the 24-25 school year will close on June 1.

Magnet Transfers - school locations and programs

TPSS Magnet Selection Process and Priorities

 

 

Pre-K & Early Childhood Applications Now Open

Visit readystarttangi.com to schedule an application appointment or call the TPSS Early Childhood Department at (985) 748-2454.

Parents can apply for child care, Head Start, and/or public school Pre-K programs. Applications will be completed by phone.

Documents needed: child's original birth certificate, AND proof of income (2 consecutive check stubs or SNAP benefits letter).

Round 1 application dates are March 1 - May 31. Selections will begin in June from Round 1 applicants.

Open enrollment begins April 1st.  Pop in to see if this is an educational option you may want to pursue for your child.

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Looking for a new spin on a great education?

Consider enrolling into our VLO.

 

This program is free to all TPSS students in grades K - 12. There is no enrollment fee or tuition.

What does this program offer?

• interact daily with your virual classmates and spend time at your home-based school with events offered; such as clubs, sports, & school dances. It's the best of BOTH worlds!
• Engage in rigorous curriculum activities with your teachers online daily.
• Dedicated staff of certified, enthusiastic and committed teachers!
• Flexibility: Have access to your online classroom from anywhere at anytime. All you need is the computer that Tangischools provides and internet access.
• Teachers offer assistance via LIVE Zoom lessons, help sessions, and office hours to make sure all students' needs are met.
• SPED Staff and 504 Coordinators virtually implement IEP's and 504 plans.
• Virtual Field Trips, science experiments, and design projects promote thinking and creativity.
• Students learn time management skills and extended use of technology.
• Remote learning provides a comfortable, safe learning environment for students.

virtual.tangischools.org

(985) 277 - 5303

2023 - 2024 Students of the Year

Congratulations to all of our Student of the year candidates who were nominated by their school. You all are outstanding! 

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5th Grade Winners

Amite Westside Middle School	I’yanna Day
Champ Cooper Elementary School	Henry Walters
Chesbrough Elementary School	Amari Wilson
Greenville Park Leadership Academy	Yaderis Rivera Rosa
Hammond Eastside Magnet School	Chloe Wright
Hammond Westside Montessori School	Jireh Garcia Espinoza
Independence Leadership Academy	Korbin Bowens
Loranger Middle School	Faith Ellen Danielle Anstiss
Lucille Nesom Memorial School	Zane Maklary
Natalbany Middle School	Karent Figueroa-Castro
OW Dillon Elementary School	Steven Steele
Roseland Montessori School	Kenzie Crotwell
SLU Lab School	Claire Bennett
Spring Creek Elementary School	Kynslee Harriaman
Martha Vinyard Elementary School	Lance Fraser 🎉District Winner

 

8th Grade Winners

Amite Westside Middle School	Laila Dillon
Champ Cooper Elementary School	Aiden Herring
Greenville Park Leadership Academy	Lanyjia Brock
Hammond Eastside Magnet School	Riley Fleming
Hammond Westside Montessori School	Victoria Boast
Independence High Magnet School	Josie Carrion
Kentwood High Magnet School	Jaci Eugene
Loranger Middle School	Benjamin Parker
Lucille Nesom Memorial School	Selena Williams
Natalbany Middle School	Precious Cote’
Ponchatoula Jr. High School	Madilyn Rocquin
Roseland Montessori School	Morgan Matheny
Sumner Middle School	Andrew Marcus
SLU Lab School	Eliza Kate Cowser 🎉District Winner

 

12th Grade Winners

Amite High Magnet School	Collia Tobias
Independence High Magnet School	Abril Flores
Kentwood High Magnet School	Ma’Kailie Hamby
Loranger High School	Madison Nicoll
Ponchatoula High School	Gregory Sean Hubbard
Sumner High School	Breland Bridges
Hammond High Magnet School	Christina Le 🎉District Winner

 

 

2023 - 2024 Teacher of the Year

School Teacher of the Year Winners

Congratulations to all of our Teacher of the Year candidates who were nominated by their school. Teachers are heroes everyday and we are proud of our TPSS teachers! 

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Elementary Teacher of the Year Winners:

NAME	SCHOOL
Jasmine Green	Amite Elementary Magnet School
Karen Zanders	Chesbrough Elementary School
Jill Williams	D.C. Reeves Elementary School
Ashley Louviere	Hammond Eastside Magnet School (lower)
Christy Navarra	Hammond Westside Montessori School  (lower)
Twanna Brown	Independence Leadership Academy
Katrina Ziegler	Loranger Elementary School
Jessica Savoy	Midway Elementary School
Andre Cryer	O. W. Dillon Elementary School
Debbie Wells	Perrin Early Learning Center
Wanda Williams	Spring Creek Elementary School
Meagan Achee	Tucker Elementary School
Jessica Sekulich	Woodland Park Magnet School

Middle School Teacher of the Year Winners:

NAME	SCHOOL
Marcus Bennett	Amite Westside Middle Magnet School
Melissa Leggett	Champ Cooper Elementary School
Erica Pekins	Greenville Park Leadership Academy
Tyroneca Booker-Griffin	Hammond Eastside IB School (Upper)
Valerie Adams	Hammond Westside Montessori School (Upper)
Mary “Kathy” Straughan	Loranger Middle School
Robin Muse	Natalbany Middle School
Darren Sibley	Lucille Nesom Memorial School
Juanita Lee	Ponchatoula Junior High School
Savita Collier	Roseland Montessori School
Shawn Messina	SLU Lab School
Kara Corkern	Sumner Middle School
Janet Haydel	Martha Vinyard Elementary School

 

High School Teacher of the Year Winners:

NAME	SCHOOL
Robin Jones	Amite High Magnet School
Paige Gunter	Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center
Mary McGinnis	Hammond High Magnet School
Chudney Hart	Independence High Magnet School
Cornelius Blount	Kentwood High Magnet School
Mike Young	Loranger High School
Jodie Thompson	Ponchatoula High School
Paige Robertson	Sumner High School
Jeremy Deibel	TAS
Katie Burgess	TPSS Virtual Learning Option

School New Teacher of the Year Winners:

NAME	SCHOOL
Richard Autin	D. C. Reeves Elementary
Maggie Tregre	Hammond Eastside Upper
Lauren DeVaney	Hammond High Magnet
Brenan Dominguez	Hammond Westside Upper
Devin MIxon	Loranger Middle School
Makenzie Plaisance	O W Dillon
Paula Bowers	Ponchatoula Jr. High School

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TPSS District Winners

🏆TPSS Elementary Teacher of the Year - Jill Williams

🏆TPSS Middle School Teacher of the Year - Janet Haydel

🏆TPSS High School Teacher of the Year - Mary McGinnis

 

TPSS District Winners for New Teacher of the Year

🏆TPSS New Middle School Teacher of the Year - Brenan Dominguez

🏆TPSS New High School Teacher of the Year - Lauren DeVaney 

 

TPSS District Winners for Early Childhood Teacher of the Year

🏆TPSS District Early Childhood Teacher of the Year - Trent Hebert

 

On Wednesday, the Tangipahoa Parish School System announced some important changes and enhancements to ensure the safety and security of all attendees at all TPSS school athletic events. 

Tangipahoa Parish School Superintendent Melissa Stilley said, “The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and community members have always been our top priority, and we are committed to maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants and spectators alike.”

Beginning Thursday, September 6th, TPSS will be implementing two significant safety measures: the use of security wands and a clear bag requirement for entry at games.

To enhance the security screening process and minimize potential risks, we will introduce security wands at all entrances. Trained security personnel will use these wands to perform non-invasive, quick, and thorough searches of spectators before they enter the athletic event. This measure will help identify any prohibited items and ensure that everyone who enters does so safely.

The TPSS requests attendee cooperation and patience during this process. To expedite the security screening, please consider arriving with ample time before the game begins. The security wands will help maintain a secure and welcoming environment for everyone.

Clear Bag Policy: In addition to security wands, the district will be implementing a clear bag policy for all attendees. This policy is designed to streamline the entry process, enhance security, and make it easier for security personnel to conduct inspections. To comply with this policy, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12"

• One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags

• Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap (maximum size: 4.5" x 6.5")

Prohibited bags include, but are not limited to backpacks, large purses, tote bags, and non-clear bags. Diaper bags are allowed but must be inspected. An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection.

“These measures are essential to maintain a secure and safe environment for all attendees, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Please share this information with friends and family members who plan to attend our athletic events,” Stilley said.

The Tangipahoa Parish School System’s commitment to personal safety remains unwavering, and district officials believe that these measures will contribute to an even more enjoyable and secure game day experience for everyone. 

“We are grateful for your continued support of our prep athletic program and look forward to seeing you at our games this season,” Stilley said.

If you have any questions or concerns about these safety measures, please do not hesitate to contact our school administration at questions@tangischools.org

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in making our athletic events a safe and memorable experience for all.

We are excited to announce that Tangipahoa Parish School System now has a mobile App! Getting information, announcements, and important dates has never been easier! The App is available for Apple devices in the App Store and on Android devices in the Google Play store.

Search Tangipahoa Parish Schools and download the App today, Use the filter option at the top right under News and Events so that you only see the news and events for the school(s) your student attends. 

Under the More menu, tap Notifications at the top and turn on TPSS Announcements. Any announcements sent by the district will be delivered to your mobile device and shown under Notifications in the App. 

The App is easy to navigate and has all of the news and events you need. Plus it has links that will take you directly to the Family Toolkit and more! Get connected today then show your friends!

Preview the App

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SchoolCash Online will roll out as our online payment platform for the 2023-2024 school year. Get ahead of the game by creating your guardian account today! Once established, we will use this platform to manage the posting and payment of your child's school-related fees.

Note:

-cafeteria fees will still be paid through MySchoolBucks

-students have not yet rolled over into their 2023-24 classes. That usually happens more toward the start of the new school year.

Create Account: https://www.tangischools.org/district/school-cash-online

The School Board gave final approval for the district to offer a one time $15,000 recruitment stipend for NEW teachers to Tangipahoa Parish School System.

New Teachers to the Tangipahoa Parish who receive the recruitment bonus will be placed at specific schools based on their certification with the goal of creating a more diverse workplace at every school. This stipend will be paid over two years, which would provide an additional $625 per month for 24 months ($7,500 more annually) on top of the teacher salary schedule. Teachers transferring from other districts to Tangipahoa will have their numbers of years teaching credited to them on the salary schedule.

New teachers in TANGI with no teaching experience start at $47,300 plus the $15,000 recruitment stipend. New teachers coming into TANGI with five years experience with a bachelors' degree start at $49,636 plus the $15,000 recruitment stipend. New teachers coming into TANGI with 10 years experience with a bachelor's degree start at $52,016 plus the $15,000 recruitment stipend.

The Superintendent and Board will continue to utilize all available revenues to ensure that the very best teachers are in the classroom. The new 2023-2024 Salary Schedule will be released in July 2023 and may reflect higher teacher salaries. Our goal is to continue to offer competitive salaries for all our employees. 

If you are interested and want to know more click the banner below and submit our form. A representative from Human Resources will contact you. 

2022-2023 SALARY SCHEDULE

 

https://tangischoolsorg.finalsite.com/departments/human-resources

Looking for a permanent or substitute position with our school system? Becoming an attendant for a school bus may give you the work hours you desire, along with benefits. Come ride with us!  We will provide you with the 6 hour training you will need for FREE.

School Bus Attendant Interest Form

Learn more on our Transportation Page.

The P3 platform enables the public to share information anonymously with Crime Stoppers programs, law enforcement entities, schools, and large corporations around the world.  If you have crime or safety-related information that may be deemed useful in your community, submit a tip via the P3 web page – or download the P3 Tips App for iPhone or android devices. 

SUBMIT A TIP

 

Visit Tangischools.org for more information.