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FILM AND DIGITAL MEDIA CHARTER SCHOOL SET TO OPEN IN 2026 The Louisiana Academy of Production (LAAP), a new 9-12 charter high school, is set to open in August of 2026 at Celtic Studios in Baton Rouge. The school will have an emphasis on film and digital media, preparing students for successful entry into competitive media programs at the collegiate level or directly into high-wage media careers. Through the school’s website, the leadership team is looking for interested educators, and prospective students are encouraged to join the waiting list. ■ laapbr.org
BATON ROUGE RANKED THIRD MOST DIGITAL CITY IN THE U.S. Baton Rouge has been named a Top 10 Digital City by the Center for Digital Government for the 10th consecutive year. Baton Rouge ranks third amongst mid-sized cities, marking a notable increase from its previous tenth- place recognition. The City-Parish’s ranking reflects its continued efforts to leverage data, technology, and digital innovation to modernize systems, streamline operations, promote digital transparency, and deliver more effective services to the residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. The City-Parish ranks alongside leading digital cities, including Columbia, Missouri, and Scottsdale, Arizona. ■ govtech.com
DIAPER DASH RETURNS TO MARATHON WEEKEND
Birth Center of Baton Rouge will host the second annual Diaper Dash during the Louisiana Marathon weekend on Saturday, January 18, at 2 p.m. Open to ages two and under, these little competitors will crawl across the 10’ race course to determine the winner. Parents are encouraged to bring their baby’s favorite toy, binky, or other shiny plaything that will motivate the young athlete to crawl the fastest to the finish line. Registration is open now. The “race” will be held in downtown Baton Rouge. ■ thelouisianamarathon.com
Access to essential services and resources is becoming easier for communities across the parish, thanks to newly unveiled mobile units. The two new mobile units, some of the first of their kind in the state, will expand access to rent or utilities assistance, Head Start registration, pro bono legal services, and Employ BR assistance. Equipped with generators, wifi, and stations for caseworkers, the units also provide spaces for discussing individual needs privately. Additionally, the units will encourage neighborhood-specific donations by distributing supplies, like diapers, food, uniforms, shoes, and other items. ■ brla.gov TAKING HUMAN SERVICES TO THE PARISH
10 JANUARY2025 | BRPARENTS.COM
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