Louisiana is awarded a 70-million-dollar federal grant to accelerate student reading over the next five years. Deputy Superintendent of Education Dr. Jenna Chiasson says the state plans to use this funding to enhance teacher training, provide access to evidence-based reading programs, and increase family engagement in student learning.
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This grant aligns with Louisiana’s educational goals of boosting student achievement and closing the literacy gap, especially for historically underserved communities.
A new report by the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana shows that the number of students receiving college tuition money through the state’s TOPS program is down for the third year in a row. PAR President Steven Procopio says says some qualifying students are declining to participate in the program.
September is Suicide Prevention Month and professionals, survivors, and advocates are sharing resources. Colleen Crain has more.
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The Saints make it two in a row to start the season in a big way, demolishing the Cowboys, 44-19. Alvin Kamara gained 180 all-purpose yards and scored four touchdowns. Kamara says the whole team is firing on all cylinders.