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Employment Information A list of current, available positions are updated regularly and posted on the district web site. Teachers and other professional applicants are asked to complete the district on-line application form . To teach in Monroe City Schools, teachers must be certified in the area in which applying or be enrolled in an alternative certification program in a Louisiana university. Out of state applicants are required to submit through FAX or mail, all credentials from the state in which certified. Monroe City Schools does not hire anyone on a “Temporary Authority to Teach” certificate nor persons not highly qualified in their area of certification. Administrative positions will be advertised through the internet and newspapers when vacancies occur. The application process for these positions involves a letter of interest, resume, and copy of professional certificates, transcripts, and references. Support/classified personnel (which includes paraprofessionals, clerical positions or positions in food service, maintenance or transportation) can apply by visiting the MCS Frontline site, as well.

School Choice 2025-2026 Which schools in Monroe City Schools are eligible for school choice transfers? Barkdull Faulk Elementary Berg Jones Elementary Carroll Junior High School Carver Elementary Clara Hall Accelerated School Madison James Foster Elementary Minnie Ruffin Elementary Roy Neal Shelling, Sr. Elementary Thomas Jefferson Upper Elementary Why were these schools identified as “schools in need of improvement” and how do they compare to other schools in Monroe City Schools and other schools in Louisiana? According to Louisiana State guidelines, the identified schools were deemed “academically unacceptable” with a letter grade of D or F. This letter grade is based on the school data from the 2023-2024 school year. What are the schools doing to address the issue of achievement, and what are the school system and the Louisiana State Department of Education doing to help them address the problem? The school system administration (school site and district staff), supported by outside experts, will evaluate all areas of instruction at the identified schools. This evaluation will include observations and interviews, as well as analysis of relevant student performance data. The information obtained will be used to prepare School Improvement Plans. The plans will require classroom instruction and teacher training to focus on improving the areas in which students are having difficulty. The school will implement best practice reading, writing, and math strategies, tutorial programs, and technology-assisted instruction. Consultants will work along with the administration and staff to identify the most effective instructional practices for the diverse student population that attend the schools in need of improvement. The State Department of Education will be helping to address academic issues through additional funding and technical assistance through Federal and School Redesign funding sources. Additional assistance includes: In-school reinforcement of skills/tutoring Staffing with highly-qualified teachers and paraprofessionals Effective professional development programs for all instructional staff based on evidence-based best practices targeting student engagement and academic success Additional support through professional school counselors, content leader teachers, state and district support personnel School-based content-specific tutors provided during the school day for students identified with weaknesses in math and ELA One-to-one computer access Summer acceleration and programs Computer-based assessments in core subjects Wide selection of elective courses including Band, Choir, Orchestra, and Talented Art Clubs and organizations such as Jr. Beta and Student Council Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) initiatives Community partnerships with various organizations and groups How can I become involved in addressing the issues that caused the schools to be identified as a school in need of improvement? Families are encouraged to arrange a private conference with their child’s teachers to discuss ways to improve academic performance. Families are also invited to participate as members of the School Improvement Team at their schools. The School Improvement Team is a group made up of the principal, assistant principal, teachers and parents that work to improve the education and overall learning experience for all students. Even if a family member does not serve as a member of the School Improvement Team, he or she may attend meetings of the team to discuss possible changes in any area of instruction to improve the school. Do I have to transfer my child to another school? No. We are providing families with this opportunity as an option. The decision is entirely up to you, so you should base your decision on what you think is best for your child. If you choose to have your child attend school at his/her home school, continue with the registration process as required. If you do choose to transfer your child, he or she must remain at the receiving school for the full school year. Is my child guaranteed placement at a school of choice? Every effort will be made to honor parents’ requests for transfer. However, students will be granted enrollment at the receiving school based upon enrollment limits, individual achievement scores, and income levels as prescribed by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). School placement is at the discretion of the school district. How will my child get to a receiving school? If your transfer application is approved, your child will have free transportation to their assigned school of choice. Transportation will be provided by the Monroe City School Board. Specific bus information will be available at the District Office by Friday, August 8, 2025. Should your child become ill and need to go home early, parents must provide transportation home. Transportation will not be provided for your child to attend activities before or after school such as extracurricular activities or for parents to attend parent meetings and evening programs. *Please note: Depending on residence, bus pickup could be as early as 6:30 a.m. Return home could be as late as 4:00 p.m. If my child transfers to a school of choice, will he/she have choice for the next grade band school? No. School Choice transfers are for one academic school year only. Currently, no Monroe City high schools are eligible for school choice. What is the deadline for applying for transfer? If you decide you want to send your child to JS Clark Magnet School or Neville Jr. High School, the Choice Request Form must be returned to the Superintendent’s Office by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025 . If we do not receive the Choice Request Form from you by 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 28, 2025, your child will remain at his/her home school. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. When will you tell me if my transfer application is approved? Parents will receive an official notification by Monday, May 5, 2025, informing them if their transfer application is approved. Who should I contact if I have additional questions? Parents with additional questions should reach out to DeAnn Taylor. Supervisor of Compliance/504, at 318-325-0601.

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Attendance Attendance In order to be eligible to receive grades and earn Carnegie Units, high school students (or Jr. High/ Middle School students working toward Carnegie Units) shall be in attendance a minimum of 30,060 minutes per semester. For the 2018-2019 school year, High School and Junior High Students earning Carnegie Credits are allowed 4 unexcused absences for the first semester and 5 unexcused days for the second semester. Elementary and Jr. High/Middle School students are allowed 9 unexcused absences during the 2018-2019 school year (Bulletin 741, section 1103 G). Students in danger of failing due to excessive absences may be allowed to make up missed time in class sessions held outside the regular class time. The make-up sessions must be completed before the end of the current semester and all other policies must be met. Board Policy JB and JB A Schools shall administer attendance regulations in accordance with State and locally adopted policies. Students shall be expected to be in attendance every activity day scheduled by the local educational governing authority. A student is considered to be in attendance when he/she is physically present at school or is participating in an authorized school activity and is under the supervision of authorized personnel. This definition for attendance would extend to students who are homebound, assigned to and participating in drug rehabilitation programs that contain a state-approved education component, or participating in school authorized field trips. Additional information on attendance requirements can be found in the Student Handbook .

Child Nutrition Program Role The primary objective of the child nutrition program is to make available to every student a nutritious, well-prepared and attractive lunch every day. A complete breakfast is offered every morning from 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. at all schools. Service times will vary according to each school's operational hours. The Child Nutrition Department operates 19 cafeteria sites and serves approximately 6700 lunches and 4,000 breakfasts each day. The meals provided are in compliance with USDA Regulations and meet the school meal initiative requirement. All meals meet the standards as provided in federal, state, and local laws and/or rules and regulations. We are now f ollowing the Meal Pattern. Menu patterns are based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and amounts of sugar, sodium, and fat are controlled. Child Nutrition Program Supervisor 3 18-325-0601, x3069 Non-Discrimination Statement: This explains what to do if you believe you have been treated unfairly. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov . This institution is an equal opportunity provider. October 2025 Breakfast Menus October 2025 Lunch Menus Information regarding Monroe City School's Child Nutrition Program: Monroe City Analysis and Trends Report Monroe City Schools Wellness Policy And Justice For All And Justice For All School Health Advisory Council Guidebook Smart Snacks Guide Parents are encouraged to eat a meal when visiting the schools. The meal pattern for lunch is: one serving of meat, one of bread, one of fruit, one of the vegetables, and one of milk. Special Diet s Any changes to the regular school meal for medical or special dietary reasons must be appropriately documented. Either a physician's statement or a diet prescription that includes what necessary diet changes or modifications are to be made is required to modify the student's meal pattern. This information shall be kept in the cafeteria manager's office and the SFA central office. Statements from parents stating a student's allergy to milk or other items will not be accept IMPORTANT! DIET PRESCRIPTION FORM REQUIREMENTS! If your child has specific dietary needs, this form MUST be filled out, signed by a physician, and returned to Wanda Shaw, Acting Child Nutrition Program Director. The form can be returned to the office at 2103 Roselawn Avenue or faxed to 318-325-6137. This form must be updated and submitted each school year! Diet Prescription Form

Special Education Role Special Education is committed to providing young children and eligible students with disabilities a free and appropriate public education consistent with federal and state laws. Individual special education programs are cooperatively developed by an individual education planning (IEP) team which includes parents, teachers, administrators, and, when appropriate, other specialists. These teams make every effort to provide the appropriate special education program to children in a setting as close to the regular classroom as possible. Director Rochelle William s Phone: (318) 388-3747, x4676 Fax: (318) 387-2090 Services Adaptive Physical Education Services - Delivers an effective, well rounded program based on the individual needs of the student. The program combines the most practical and successful methods that the Louisiana education system as a whole has to offer, while at the same time, keeping these services within the framework of the least restrictive environment. The instructional activities can be taught in the adapted physical education class, regular or inclusive physical education class or community based setting. Early Childhood Special Education Services - Provides services to over 100 children with special needs between the ages of three and five years old. If your child has difficulty doing what other children his/her age do, such as talking, moving about, following simple directions and/or playing with and responding to others, you might be interested in an evaluation for your child. The evaluation will reveal whether or not your child is eligible to receive special services such as special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy or adapted physical education. If you would like to speak with our evaluation coordinator, please call Robin Cohenour at 318-388-3747 , ext. 5210. Gifted and Talented - Provides gifted and talented students with an array of opportunities to meet a variety of needs. Gifted and talented education is an opportunity for students to discover themselves and the world around them. These classes offer exciting and challenging experiences that enhance creativity and complex thinking abilities. Teachers expose students to accelerated and enriching topics, intrinsically motivating children to grow in their academic and artistic knowledge. Although many students are screened and tested through teacher recommendations and scores on standardized tests, any parent wishing to have his or her child screened for one or both of these programs may contact the Office of Student Support Services. Hearing Impaired Services - Provides services for students with hearing impairments at all grade levels. The program is based at Madison James Foster Elementary, Neville Junior High, and Neville High School. Certified teachers, with the assistance of interpreters, offer academic assistance to students who have been diagnosed deaf or hard of hearing, enhancing the students’ classroom experiences and educational progress. Pupil Appraisal Services - Assists students who have academic, behavioral, and/or communication challenges, adjustment difficulties, or other special needs which are adversely impacting the student’s education. Supplemental Services - Provides speech therapy for students with communication disorders. These disorders include: articulation (sound production), language (sentence structure, understanding and responding to questions, etc.), fluency (repetition of sounds, words or phrases) and voice (i.e. chronic hoarseness). A speech language evaluation is provided through the Office of Student Support Services in accordance with state and federal guidelines. Students with motor deficits have the benefit of Occupational and Physical Therapies. Screening and evaluation are provided through the Office of Student Support Services in accordance with state and federal guidelines. For more information contact Anne Marie Johnson, Program Facilitator at 318-388-3747 ext. 5233. Transition Services - Provided for IDEA students age fifteen and older. It is a coordinated set of activities involving students, schools, parents, outside agencies, and the community. The purpose of transition is to encourage students and parents to think about the future. Individual Education Plans (IEP) include a Transition page that addresses instruction, related services, community experiences, employment, post-school adult living objectives, and when appropriate, daily living skills and functional vocation evaluation provided by the school and local agencies. The Louisiana Department of Education (LDE) requires that students sixteen and older complete the Transition Post School Data Collection Form when exiting the school system with teacher assistance. The LDE also requires that students be surveyed one year after exiting the school system and again three years after exiting. The Region Eight Transition Core Team meets monthly with local school districts and agencies. Secondary students are provided with a directory of public agencies. A service provider seminar is conducted annually for students, parents, and guardians in which each agency reviews the services that are available locally. Visually Impaired Services - Participating students are provided support services with parental permission. Our program provides materials, direct teaching, and consultative services to visually impaired students and their teachers. The goal is to assist in developing a realistic program that will serve the totally blind, legally blind, and partially sighted students so that they may actively participate in the general curriculum with non-disabled students. If a student has a disability which meets the definition of one of the Visually Impaired enumerated in the statute, and as a result needs special education and related services, that student is eligible to have those services provided at no cost to the parents. IEP Facilitators Kim Foster, x2127 Sharon Frith, x5217 Carolyn Long, x5224 Cindy Pucheu, x4849 Jamekia Dial-Hunter, x5212 Occupational Therapist Amanda Tull, x5228 Speech Language Pathologists Kimberly Barr, Pupil Appraisal, x4312 Christy Garrett, Speech Therapy/Assistive Technology Coordinator, x5241 Anne Marie Johnson, x5233 Transition Coordinator Jamekia Dial-Hunter, x5212 Debra Wesley, Pupil Appraisal Coordinator, x5236 Educational Diagnosticians Stacy Spires, x5213 Jan Bower, x5219 Judy Bell, x5240 Julie Fontana, x5211 Jayme Smith, x5225 School Psychologists Rayne Adams, x5207 Robin Cohenour, x5210 Pamela Smith, x5230 Laura Maciaszek, x5216 School Social Workers Brenda Williams, x5232 Clarence Williams, x5235

Office of Business, Maintenance, and Operations Role The division supervises Fiscal Services, Maintenance and Operations, Purchasing and Warehouse, Food Services, and Transportation. Davona Howard Chief Financial Officer Phone: 318-325-0601 Services Fiscal Services - Provides all budget, accounting, and financial advisory services for the district. It also provides payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, auditing, and reporting. Maintenance and Operations – Provide district-wide facility, grounds, and equipment maintenance to ensure a safe learning environment. Transportation – Provides daily home-to-school service for district students. Additionally, the department provides services for special education, after-hour academic and sports programs, and educational field trips. Purchasing and Warehouse – Purchases, delivers and tracks all goods and services. Food Services – Plan and prepares all meals provided to students and district employees. This division includes: Purchasing and Accounts Payable Child Nutrition Program Transportation