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CoBSS 2025-2026 Principal and Teachers of the Year

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Celebrating Excellence: 2025-2026 Principal and Teachers of the Year

The City of Baker Schools & Helix Community Schools recently announced the Principal and Teachers of the Year during Welcome Back Day at the Helix Summer Institute.

Please join the City of Baker School System in congratulating the following outstanding educators for the 2025-2026 school year:

Killey Murphy, Principal of the Year (Park Ridge Achievement Academy)
Yasmine Aly, Teacher of the Year (Park Ridge Achievement Academy)
Keina Nixon, Teacher of the Year (Baker High School)

We are deeply grateful for your leadership, hard work, and commitment to our students. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor.

STAY INFORMED: FREE REAL-TIME BUS UPDATES WITH TEXTCASTER

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Stay Informed: Free Real-Time Bus Updates with TextCaster

The City of Baker & Helix Community Schools, in partnership with DS Bus South, is proud to utilize TextCaster—a free text messaging service designed to keep our entire school community instantly updated on school bus statuses, service delays, and important transit notices.

We highly encourage both parents and school staff to enroll in this service. For staff, subscribing to the buses that serve your school ensures you receive the exact same real-time notifications as parents, making it easier to assist with transportation inquiries. For parents, it brings peace of mind and timely information straight to your phone, reducing the need for stressful morning phone calls.

How to Enroll:

Step 1: Visit the official TextCaster Enrollment Page.
Step 2: Input your preferred text/contact information.
Step 3: Scroll down to select Helix Community Schools and check the boxes for the specific bus route(s) you need to track.

Already Enrolled? You do not need to register again. However, if your child changes buses or you get a new phone number, simply return to the enrollment page and click "Update Message Preferences" to keep your account current.

PRAA: We're Hiring

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000

We’re Hiring at PRAA

Ready to make a difference and be part of something bigger? Join the PRAA family! We’re looking for passionate educators who are committed to empowering students, building relationships, and fostering excellence.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: 2026 Millage Adoption

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0000

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: 2026 Millage Adoption

The City of Baker School District will hold a public hearing to discuss and consider adjustments to our millage rates. Here are the details you need to know:

Meeting Details

When: Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Where: City of Baker School Board Office (Board Room), 14750 Plank Road, Baker, LA

Purpose of the Hearing

Pursuant to Louisiana Constitution Article 7, Section 23(C) and R.S. 47:1705(B), the board will meet to consider:

Levying additional or increased millage rates without further voter approval.
Adopting adjusted millage rates after reassessment.
Rolling forward to rates not exceeding the prior year's maximum.

Financial Impact & Estimates

Estimated tax revenues to be collected next year (from increased millage): $3,079,092
Amount of tax increase attributable to the millage increase: $455,922

We encourage community members to attend and stay informed!

For more information about the City of Baker School System, visit www.bakerschools.org or call (225) 774-5795.

CHILL OUT & CHECK IN DAY!

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0000

CHILL OUT & CHECK IN DAY!

Calling all prospective and current families of Baker High School and Park Ridge Achievement Academy! We can't wait to see you for a one-stop day of food, fun, and important school prep.

Come take care of essential school business and enjoy complimentary nachos and snowballs for the whole family!

📋 What You Can Get Help With & Pick Up:

Enrollment Registration – Finalize your paperwork.
Uniform Information – Get the details to look sharp.
Supply Fee Information – Stay ahead of the game.
School Calendar – Keep track of important dates.
Discovery Day/Orientation Information – Find out what's next.

📍 Event Details:

📅 Date: Monday, June 23, 2025
🕒 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 13855 Plank Road

Every Family. Every Student. Every Opportunity. Stop by for information, grab some treats, and let's get ready for a great school year together! 🙌

#HelixAcademies #BakerHighSchool #ParkRidgeAchievementAcademy #ChillOutAndCheckIn #BackToSchool #BakerLA

PRAA ESY Summer School

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0000

PRAA ESY Summer School

Learning. Growing. Succeeding. Together!

We are excited for a summer of learning, growth, and fun! The Extended School Year (ESY) program is designed for continuing learning, building confidence, and preparing our students for future success.

⚠️ Important Note: This program is for students with IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) only.

Program Details

📅 Start Date: Begins June 8th
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🗓️ Days: Monday through Thursday
🚌 Transportation: Provided!

Location: PRAA 13855 Plank Road

Questions & Contact

If you have any questions regarding the ESY Summer School program, please reach out to:

Contact: Killey Murphy
Email: Killey.Murphy@helixcommunityschools.org
Phone: 225-775-924

Summer Meal

Tue, 26 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Summer Meals Information

Free, healthy meals are being served by organizations in our community this summer. No application or registration needed, just stop by and enjoy. To find meal sites near you: Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE for Spanish; Text FOOD to 914-342-7744. Or go to https://www.schoolfoodsolutions.org/site-finder and enter your address.

Este verano, organizaciones de nuestra comunidad servirán comidas saludables y gratuitas. No es necesario realizar ninguna solicitud ni registrarse, simplemente visítenos y disfrute. Para encontrar sitios de comida cerca de usted: envíe un mensaje de texto con COMIDA al 914-342-7744, o visite https://www.schoolfoodsolutions.org/site-finder e ingrese su dirección.

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.

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 County Extension Center 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. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (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.

Conforme a la ley federal y las políticas y regulaciones de derechos civiles del Departamento de Agricultura de los Unidos (USDA), esta institución tiene prohibido discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, edad, discapacidad, venganza o represalia por actividades realizadas en el pasado relacionadas con los derechos civiles.

La información del programa puede estar disponible en otros idiomas además del inglés. Las personas con discapacidades que requieran medios de comunicación alternativos para obtener información sobre el programa (por ejemplo, Braille, letra agrandada, grabación de audio y lenguaje de señas americano) deben comunicarse con County Extension Center o con el TARGET Center del USDA al (202) 720-2600 (voz y TTY) o comunicarse con el USDA a través del Servicio Federal de Transmisión de Información al (800) 877-8339.

Para presentar una queja por discriminación en el programa, el reclamante debe completar un formulario AD-3027, Formulario de queja por discriminación del programa del USDA, que se puede obtener en línea, en USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, en cualquier oficina del USDA, llamando al (866) 632-9992, o escribiendo una carta dirigida al USDA. La carta debe contener el nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del reclamante, y una descripción escrita de la supuesta acción discriminatoria con suficiente detalle para informar al Subsecretario de Derechos Civiles (ASCR, por sus siglas en inglés) sobre la naturaleza y la fecha de la presunta violación de los derechos civiles. La carta o el formulario AD-3027 completado debe enviarse al USDA por medio de: (1) correo postal: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; o´ (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; (3) correo electrónico: program.intake@usda.gov.

Esta institución ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

BHS: Awards Day Ceremony

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

BHS: Awards Day Ceremony

Baker High School Parents,

The City of Baker School System and Helix Community Schools invite you to a very special Awards Day Ceremony. We are so proud of our students’ achievements this year, and we know they couldn't have done it without your constant support.

Come join us as we celebrate your child’s dedication and success!

Ceremony Information

🗓 Date: Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Location: Baker High School Auditorium (3200 Groom Rd.)

We can’t wait to see those proud smiles in the audience. Let’s celebrate our Buffaloes together! 🐃❤️

#BakerHigh #ParentPride #AwardsDay2026 #StudentAchievements #BuildingBakerForward

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

📢 CRITICAL UPDATE: Disney High School Musical Performance Dates Changed! 📢

Please note that the dates for City of Baker Schools & Helix Community Schools' production of Disney's High School Musical have officially been updated! The previous dates are now invalid.

The correct, rescheduled performance details are as follows, as shown on our updated flyer:

🗓️ MAY 15-16 ⏰ 7:00 PM (Both nights) 📍 Baker High School Auditorium

We have rescheduled the show to ensure the absolute best experience for our audience. Join us for this energetic musical that is guaranteed to be a WHOLE FAMILY HIT!

We apologize for any confusion and are looking forward to seeing everyone there on May 15th & 16th!

Ticketing Information: 🎟️ General Admission: $20 💸 SAVE WITH PROMO CODE: Use code BUFFSARTS before 05/10 to get your discount! 📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer below or visit our official ticketing site [add link] to purchase your tickets today!

Thank you for your understanding and incredible support. Let’s go, Wildcats!

#HSM #DisneyHighSchoolMusical #BakerHighSchool #HelixSchools #ArtsInBaker #SchoolMusical #DateChange #SupportTheArts #CommunityEvent

Building the Next Generation of Media Professionals

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Building the Next Generation of Media Professionals!

Huge congratulations are in order for forty of our Baker High School students! Under the expert leadership of Digital Media Teacher Ms. Elizabeth Jones, these talented individuals have successfully earned their Adobe Visual Design certification.

By earning this Industry-Based Certification (IBC), these students have proven they have the technical and creative chops to master professional video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro. This isn't just a certificate—it’s a resume-builder that’s valid for three years, giving our students a head start on jobs, internships, and college applications.

A special shout-out to our top performers:

Ryleigh Burris: 961/1000

Madisyn Harris: 950/1000

Zion Thomas: 939/1000

We are incredibly proud to recognize these students as certified graduates. The future of digital media looks bright at Baker High! 🎓

#BakerHighSchool #DigitalMedia #AdobeCertified #CareerReady #BuffaloPride #AdobePremierePro