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Student must be 4 years old on or before September 30, 2026.
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News & Announcements
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We are currently advertising for all positions that may become available for the 2026–2027 school year.
Positions to be filled:
🔷 Assistant Superintendent of Operations (effective June 8, 2026)
🔷 Principal of Patterson High School (effective July 1, 2026)
🔷 Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance (effective July 15, 2026)
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This is a great opportunity to obtain a Commercial Driver's License and join the SMP team as a bus driver.
Please register by May 26, 2026, by calling or emailing Ms. Burke (337) 836-9661.
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Congratulations to the Grand Champion Winner of the 2026 Red Ribbon Art Contest, Silas Hastings, who is a graduating senior at Morgan City High School. His artwork will be featured on the 2026 Red Ribbon t-shirts and on the cover of the 2026-2027 Red Ribbon calendar.
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Thursday, May 21, 2026, is the last day of school. It is a full day for students. Students will receive their report cards before leaving on this day.
There is NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 22, 2026.
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St. Mary Parish ACT Prep Opportunity: St. Mary Parish is offering a FREE ACT Summer Booster to help students prepare for the July 11 ACT.
This is open to students entering grades 9–12 for the 2026–2027 school year in SMP public high schools who register for the July 11 ACT.
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Brittany's Project Shoe Donation Fundraiser
👟 Donate gently worn shoes.
👟 Deadline August 31, 2026
👟 Drop-off Location - 313 Northwest Blvd, Franklin
👟 Questions? Call 337-380-8243
Brittany's Project Summer Camp
🔷 June 22-26, 2026 - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
🔷 Open to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability.
🔷 Registration Deadline - June 10, 2026
🔷 To register, contact: Sandra at 337-380-8243
🔷 $50
🔷 Breakfast and lunch served.
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The School Board approved a modification to the last days of school.
🔷 Thursday, May 21, 2026 - Last day of school for students. It will be a FULL day. Students will receive report cards.
🔷 Friday, May 22nd - Teacher records day. No students.
🔷 Tuesday, May 26th - At-Home Teacher & Paraprofessional In-Service Day. Mandatory CPI Training. Details will be emailed.
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Silas Hastings, 12th grader at Morgan City High School is the Artist of the Month for May.
For more details, check out our monthly Talented Program Artist spotlight.
"Glowing Through It" hosted by It Takes a Village SMP
📍Bayou Vista Civic Center
📅June 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
‼️Ages 8+ (parent/guardian required for entry)
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It's time to prepare your little ones for an amazing journey of learning and fun!
2023-2024 Top Gains School Designation
W.P. Foster Elementary School has earned the prestigious Top Gains designation for showing exceptional growth on state assessments. To receive this honor, schools must demonstrate growth that surpasses the state's pre-determined growth goals.
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