Since Louisiana’s school facilities first closed in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, school systems and the Louisiana Department of Education ensured the safety of students and staff was of utmost priority. They have also worked together to provide all students access to continuous learning while remaining safely at home.
As we look ahead, the Department is focused on helping school systems to address unfinished learning from the 2019-2020 school year, to set the foundation for continuous learning in 2020-2021 and to prepare for potential modified operations in the future.
A strong start for every student means:
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There is a plan for every student, including extra time and support for students with the greatest unfinished learning from the prior year.
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There is a plan for students to hear from teachers every day and for students to receive feedback and engagement on their work every week.
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There are clear next steps for every high school student and recent graduate, who will enter a new economy.
This page provides information, guidance, and resources to support early childhood providers, school systems, educators, and families accomplish these goals.