(New Orleans – October 27, 2020) – The NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) family is deeply saddened by the passing of visionary educator, Harold Clay.
Mr. Clay, a lifelong educator and proud father, worked tirelessly to create a student centered culture within every school he served. He was a stabilizing force and served as school leader of three historically acclaimed high schools in New Orleans.
“I knew Mr. Clay personally as an educator, a brother in the fraternal sense, and above all, as a father,” said Board President, Ethan Ashley. “This is a significant loss to our community that is felt by many both near and far. He was filled with energy, purpose, and was always focused on moving the ball for our students academically, mentally and emotionally. He took pride in his work as an educator and always let the world know that his love for his own children fueled his passion for all of the students he served.”
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Clay’s family, his students, colleagues, and everyone in our school community that his work has impacted.
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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district’s administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.
(NEW ORLEANS – November 2, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) will return to regular operations Wednesday, Nov. 4, after schools have assessed and responded to the impacts of Hurricane Zeta. This return includes the full reinstatement of NOLA-PS’ community feeding program.
NOLA-PS central offices and most NOLA Public Schools will be closed for Election Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Students’ families should check with their school administrators for specific information.
Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. and his team commend our schools, teachers, staff, parents, and students for persevering through the disruptions brought by Zeta during these past few days.
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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district’s administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.
(NEW ORLEANS – October 29, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) announced the cancellation of all distance learning and in-person classes for Friday, Oct. 30, due to ongoing power outages across New Orleans and to give our students, families, teachers and staff time to assess the aftermath of Hurricane Zeta.
This decision includes the closure of NOLA-PS central offices and the cancellation of food services for families on Friday as well.
Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. and his team are working with schools to determine the conditions of all facilities and plan any necessary recovery efforts.
The NOLA-PS team will consider the progress of Entergy to restore power, the needs of our school community, and the availability of city services to guide the appropriate timeline for a concerted return to in-person and distance learning for students at all grade levels. Schools and families can expect an update Sunday, Nov. 1, regarding the plan for classes next week.
As the NOLA-PS team focuses on responding to Zeta’s impact, it will postpone its regularly scheduled Thursday COVID-19 Tracker update until Friday, Oct. 30.
NOLA-PS reminds everyone to remain safe and to monitor the City’s announcements for updates. NOLA-PS will update all post-storm related announcements on its social media as well.
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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district’s administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.
(NEW ORLEANS – November 1, 2020) – NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) announced the cancellation of all distance learning and in-person classes for Monday, November 2, due to ongoing power outages across New Orleans, loss of food due to lack of refrigeration, as well as unstable internet and phone service. This decision includes the cancellation of food services for families on Monday as well.
Tomorrow’s closure will give our schools time to work on resolving the ongoing service disruptions from Hurricane Zeta and provide families more time to have power and phone/internet services restored.
Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. and his team are working with Entergy and Cox Communications to determine how soon these necessary services can be returned to all our schools.
The NOLA-PS team will consider the progress of Entergy and Cox to restore power and the needs of our school community to guide the appropriate timeline for a concerted return to in-person and distance learning for students at all grade levels. Schools and families can expect an update Monday, Nov. 2, regarding the plan for classes this coming week.
NOLA-PS will update all post-storm related announcements on its social media as well.
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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district’s administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.
(NEW ORLEANS – October 28, 2020) – In anticipation of Hurricane Zeta’s impact, NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) is canceling all distance learning and in-person classes tomorrow, Thursday, October 29. This includes the closure of NOLA-PS central offices. The safety of our students, their families, teachers, and staff is our top priority as we continue to monitor the potential impact of the storm to our school facilities and communities.
The return to distance learning and in-person learning will be determined once the District can assess the aftermath of the storm.
Due to school closures, food service will not be offered to families on Thursday, October 29.
NOLA-PS will continue to provide updates and will reassess needs for extended closures, distance learning, or announce a return to in-person classes as we continue to learn more on Hurricane Zeta’s impact to our area throughout the evening and tomorrow.
NOLA-PS reminds everyone to remain vigilant and to monitor the City’s announcements for updates regarding Hurricane Zeta. NOLA-PS will post all storm related announcements on its social media as well.
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About NOLA Public Schools: NOLA Public Schools is the public school district for Orleans Parish. It includes the district’s administration and elected school board, known as the Orleans Parish School Board. NOLA Public Schools currently oversees 76 public schools and is led by Superintendent Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.
For more information, visit www.nolapublicschools.com. For updates, follow NOLA Public Schools on Facebook @NOLAPublicSchools, Instagram @nolaps and Twitter @NOLAPSchools.
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