The state department of education is rolling out a new teacher evaluation system called LEADS. Deputy Superintendent of Education Doctor Jenna Chiasson says it rewards effective teachers with fewer observations. In fact, teachers with at least three years of experience who score highly on their first observation can opt out of remaining observations that school year.
Cut 14 (09) “…rewarded.”
Chiasson says the LEADS evaluation system will also provide better feedback for improvement and resources to support individual growth.

Rapides Parish sheriff deputies have arrested a Pineville man for allegedly selling THC and other vape products to juvenile customers at the Pineville Smoke Shop. Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office spokesperson Tommy Carnline says they can’t have this going on in their community…
cut 12 (12) “…this type of stuff”
40-year-old Ahmed Gaber of Pineville was arrested on allegations he’s distributed THC greater than two and a half pounds.

Add State Treasurer John Fleming’s name to the list of politicians who would like to see Louisiana lawmakers pass legislation to phase out the state’s personal income tax.
Cut 8 (09) “…business-friendly state.”
State lawmakers will take a hard look at tax reform proposals during next year’s fiscal session.

An eleven-year-old from Long Island New York will take online classes at LSU this after graduating middle and high school in two years. Joe Petraro has an IQ of 168, despite having Tourette’s Syndrome. Joe says he chose LSU because of its sports teams and he’s majoring in sports management…
cut 6 (11) “…..and inclusion”
To read more about Joe’s story, go to Louisiana Radio Network-dot-com.