education CONNECT CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2025 NATIONAL MERIT SEMIFINALISTS AND COMMENDED SCHOLAR!
Spanish exchange students from Colegio Bristol in Madrid got to experience much of what Louisiana is about during the first Spanish exchange visit since the pandemic. Students and their Episcopal hosts toured Tiger Stadium, New Orleans, the Louisiana swamps, and more. The students even got a chance to experience Bayou State weather when Hurricane Francine came ashore. Episcopal Global Travel Coordinator Amy Rome believes in the transformative power of travel. “When students travel, they learn about the places, people, and things they encounter, but they also learn about themselves. They grow and develop with every new experience,” she says. For the completion of the exchange, Episcopal students will get to visit the Spanish students in Madrid. Ziplining and Spanish dancing will also be on the itinerary. EPISCOPAL STUDENTS BUILD COMMUNITY AND SHARE CULTURE THROUGH THE SPANISH EXCHANGE PROGRAM The U.S. The Department of Education recognized 356 schools as the 2024 cohort of the National Blue Ribbon Schools, including two schools in Baton Rouge. This prestigious recognition highlights those who excel in academic performance or make significant strides in closing achievement gaps among different student groups. The Baton Rouge schools named as National Blue Ribbon Schools were: Mayfair Laboratory School and Saint Aloysius School. “The National Blue Ribbon Schools Award is a testament to the exceptional achievements of students and educators at each of these schools,” says U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. “The 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools are raising the bar for our nation’s students, serving as models for effective teaching and intentional collaboration in their schools and communities. As we celebrate their achievements, let us look to these schools for inspiration as we champion education as the foundation of a brighter future for every child.” TWO BATON ROUGE SCHOOLS NAMED 2024 NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS
Episcopal School of Baton Rouge is pleased to recognize six National Merit Semifinalists and one Commended Scholar! The students represent
approximately ~8% of the senior class. Semifinalists include: Benjamin Barney, Beau Legnon, Miniya Malone, Claire Moore, Addison Reynolds, and Luke Stelly. Commended Scholars include: Robert “Aiden” Farmer. This is the 70th year of the National Merit Scholarship Program. According to organizers, more than 16,000 semifinalists from schools across the country earned recognition. Semifinalists are top scorers on the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test/PSAT in their state. These students now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for approximately 6,870 National Merit Scholarships worth nearly $26 million.
DUNHAM LOWER SCHOOL FAMILIES EXPLORE STEM
Dunham students and their families had a fun time exploring, creating, and collaborating at Lower School Innovation Night. This interactive event included multiple stations featuring STEM-focused activities that allowed parents to participate in the same type of design thinking and problem-solving lessons their children enjoy during the school day. Since 2011, Dunham has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School, and infuses its curriculum with innovation and technology to enhance learning outcomes in all grades.
12 NOVEMBER2024 | BRPARENTS.COM
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