Star Academy - NOLA Education

01/10/2024

⭐️ Welcome aboard, Rapides Parish School Board! ⭐️

Today, Evangeline Parish School Board hosted Rapides Parish for a site visit, which was attended by both superintendents, Jeff Powell from Rapides Parish and Darwan Lazard from Evangeline Parish. After a very successful visit, everyone had a great lunch. Welcome to Star Academy, Rapides Parish, and thank you to Evangeline Parish for hosting the visit!

01/08/2024

It is with great excitement that we announce that Mr. Dwalyn Jackson, Principal at Anderson Middle School in New Iberia, LA was named Iberia Parish School System Principal of the Year.

He has exemplified what it means to advocate for students and lead by example, as this is his 4th time being named Principal of the Year. He previously was honored in 2016-2017, 2018-2019, and 2020-2021.

Congratulations, Mr. Jackson! ⭐️

11/13/2023

🌟 Did you know? Project-Based Learning (PBL) not only boosts academic performance but also cultivates crucial real-world skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and creativity! 📚

Discover how PBL is transforming education within the Star Academy program. Read more:

In today's dynamic world, the conventional classroom approach is rapidly evolving to meet the demands of the 21st-century learner. Students are no longer

11/10/2023

Each year, we have the incredible honor of recognizing an outstanding educator who has made remarkable contributions to Star Academy and our esteemed educator network, the Krewe of Astraea. ✨

This year, it is our absolute pleasure to introduce you to the brilliant and inspiring Crissy Klober, our 2023 Grand Marshal!

Dive deeper into Crissy's journey and discover the invaluable insights she brings to the education community. Get to know the woman behind the honor here:

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is a festival of unmatched energy, color, and community spirit. Central to this celebration is the enigmatic Grand Marshal, a

11/02/2023

It is such an honor to have such an amazing partnership with Morgan Village Middle School and Camden City School District. Today, we got to celebrate their Star Academy program with a ribbon cutting celebration.

Looking forward to the success stories that continue to come! ⭐️

11/02/2023

10/24/2023

We just wrapped up two incredible days in New Orleans, for our 4th Star Academy Summit, where educators from across the nation gathered to celebrate learning, growth, and the unwavering commitment to becoming the best versions of themselves, under the theme ELEVATE.

Read about it here: https://www.staracademyprogram.com/2023/10/24/elevating-education-the-star-academy-summit-2023/

Thank you to all the passionate educators who made this Summit a success - you're shaping a brighter future for our students! 🌠👩‍🏫👨‍🏫

In the heart of New Orleans, Louisiana, on October 19-20, 2023, over 50 educators from across the nation gathered for the 4th annual Star Academy Summit.

10/11/2023

We are happy to announce new opportunities with Student Development Initiatives; programs specifically designed to engage and inspire students! Stay tuned for more information coming soon!

10/05/2023

Meet Skipper Ward: A Beacon of Educational Excellence in Magnolia, Arkansas 🌟✏️

Discover the inspiring journey of a superintendent dedicated to shaping young minds and building a brighter future.

We are so lucky to have this incredible leader leading one of the districts that has given the opportunity for a new way of learning with Star Academy!

Read his story here:

Explore the inspiring journey of John "Skipper" Ward, who transitioned from a background in agriculture to become a beloved superintendent in Magnolia, Arkansas. With a deep commitment to students, faith-centered leadership, and adaptability, Skipper has overcome challenges and become a source of in...

09/29/2023

21 Days until this year’s Star Academy Summit Event - you don’t want to miss out. We are going to Elevate your connections, support, and energy. We hope to see you there.

Register Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/star-academy-summit-tickets-668231597697?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/05/2023

Birthday wishes to all of our team members with birthdays this month!
These rockstars are definitely worth celebrating! 🎂

08/31/2023

Our Star Academy sites are back in action and learning at full speed 🏎️🏎️🏎️

At Bogalusa High School, their students are excited to be getting their school year started and we love being able to see their learning in action in their classrooms. We're wishing them the best year!