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BESE Partners with Louisiana Supreme Court to tackle truancy crisis | Louisiana
SUMMARY: The Louisiana State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) is collaborating with the Louisiana Supreme Court and the governor’s Office to combat truancy and chronic absenteeism in K-12 schools. At a recent meeting, BESE announced a statewide summit to involve educators, judges, and community stakeholders in addressing underlying issues of absenteeism. The statewide truancy rate stands at 41.8%, with Baton Rouge’s rate at 55%. Initiatives include the Success Through Attendance Recovery Task Force, which recommends accurate data collection and limiting excused absences. BESE emphasizes collaborative efforts to enhance student engagement and improve attendance outcomes statewide.
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SUMMARY: WDSU News reports on the weather for Monday evening, indicating brief drizzles in the morning following heavy overnight rain. The day improved with sunshine, rapidly raising temperatures from the morning chill of the mid 40s to the low 60s. Meteorologist Devon Lucie notes that temperatures will drop quickly as the sun sets and colder air moves in. The forecast indicates that evening temperatures will retreat into the 50s, with more clouds expected soon and another round of rain on the way, alongside an incoming Arctic front that could bring alert days ahead.
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SUMMARY: Jessica Sidden discusses the upcoming Northeast Louisiana Relay for Life, celebrating its 40th year on May 3rd at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center. The event promises a festive atmosphere with a live band, food, and activities for all ages, including a free survivor dinner. Participants can form teams by signing up online at relayforlife.org or through their Facebook page. Monthly team captain meetings will be held, with the next one scheduled for tomorrow. Funds raised support local cancer patients by providing resources like transportation and accommodation for treatments. For more information, visit relayforlife.org.
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Louisiana becomes first state to secure federal broadband expansion approval | Louisiana
SUMMARY: Gov. Jeff Landry announced that Louisiana is the first state to gain federal approval for its $1.355 billion Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment plan, aimed at connecting over 140,000 locations to high-speed internet. This initiative, part of the Granting Unserved Municipalities Broadband Opportunities 2.0 program, is expected to create 8,000 to 10,000 jobs and generate $2 to $3 billion in revenue for state businesses. With implementation expected to begin within 100 days, over $500 million will support education, healthcare, and economic development. Louisiana’s swift approval contrasts with other states facing delays in the broader federal funding rollout.
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