Federal labor board invalidates union at N.O. charter school, potentially signalling trouble for others
The National Labor Relations Board found that a 2024 state law means that Lycee Francais teachers and their union no longer fall under its jurisdiction. The decision could impact all charter schools in New Orleans and across the state.
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PHOTOS: Leah Chase School opens in New Orleans, marking return to direct-run schools
The elementary school located in Uptown is led by Principal Crystal LaFrance and Vice Principal Virgil Tiller.
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Uncertainty in local schools as Louisiana sues feds over new rules on gender identity
The NOLA Public Schools district is not saying how it will respond to the state’s fight against new Title IX rules.
Keep readingAfter protest crackdown, some students and faculty criticize Tulane’s approach to pro-Palestinian speech
In interviews with Verite News, some students, faculty and staff said they believe administrators have fostered a culture that has limited on-campus efforts to openly discuss issues related to Israel’s war in Gaza.
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