Opelousas Jr. High School

Looking for information on the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program? Visit http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/EBB to see if your child qualifies.

Find out if you qualify for Emergency Broadband Benefits by going to http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/EBB.

SLP Virtual Learning Academy Registration - SLPVLA Registration is now open for students in grades 6-12. To register visit https://bit.ly/6-12vir.

Now that children twelve years old or older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, it is important that parents become informed on COVID-19 vaccines and vaccinating their children. Medical professionals & pediatricians from around the state will share the facts all on COVID-19 vaccines and vaccinations. Register Here: https://t.co/SOkHbOc9yr?amp=1

Effective immediately, the mask mandate for students, staff and SLPSS facility visitors has been lifted. Masks are still required while traveling on SLPSS buses. http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/NEWSROOM

We are now offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination to students who are 12 years old and older beginning tomorrow, May 20, 2021. For more information, visit: http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/SCHOOL_VACCINATION_CLINICS_FOR_STUDENTS

A Message from SLPSB: Additional rain is in the forecast overnight. With it being difficult to predict the amount of rain we will get, we will continue to monitor the road conditions to determine if they are unsafe for travel. We will notify you if school closures will be in effect. Please continue to look for alerts on our SLP App. Don't miss out on SLP or school notifications! Access student highlights, cafeteria menus, news updates, and even emergency notifications, right from your phone. Download the app on Android: https://bit.ly/376GCf3 or iPhone: https://apple.co/3jbZ3Br.

ALL ST. LANDRY PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO DISMISS EARLY TODAY May 18, 2021 OPELOUSAS, LA -- Due to forecasted precipitation causing possible hazardous road conditions and widespread flooding parish-wide, all schools and head start centers will dismiss early today, May 18, 2021. The overall safety of our students and employees necessitates the early dismissal of schools. Dismissal times are as follows: SLATS/Alternative - 1:30 PM; MACA/BioMed - 1:40 PM; High School/Junior High - 2:00 PM; Head Start - 2:00 PM; North Central/Palmetto - 2:00 PM; Elementary/Middle Schools - 2:20 PM - 2:40 PM (This is dependent on bus arrival from first routes.); *Car riders should contact the school for pick-up times. We will continue to consult with school administrators, the National Weather Service, and the Office of Emergency Preparedness in the decision-making progress regarding the closing of schools. Stay informed of future decisions regarding school closures via our SLP app, our district website and our social media pages. ###

Due to the threat of heavy rains throughout the night, please expect some delays in bus transportation tomorrow morning . In addition, we may have some isolated roads that are impassable.

Due to the threat of heavy rains throughout the night, please expect some delays in bus transportation tomorrow morning . In addition, we may have some isolated roads that are impassable.

Visit http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/VACCINATION_EVENTS to find out about vaccination events in Acadiana.

SLPSB JOB FAIR IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL April 24, 2021 Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM By appointment only Follow the link below for details. http://www.slpsb.org/apps/pages/CAREER_FAIR

This year the St. Landry Parish School Board will host a summer learning program for children in grades K through 8, providing not only Language Arts and Math tutoring in a small group setting but also enrichment experiences that will enable students to excel in the 2021- 2022 school year. Students will have opportunities to take virtual field trips, learn about science and technology, engage in social living projects, play sports, and develop an appreciation for art, theater, music, and more. The 4-week program will be offered June 7th through July 1st. Students will be offered transportation to and from the program, and meals will be provided. Let us know if you are interested by going to https://forms.gle/AbnrfL2kUanJPFnAA.

This year the St. Landry Parish School Board will host a summer learning program for children in grades K through 8, providing not only Language Arts and Math tutoring in a small group setting but also enrichment experiences that will enable students to excel in the 2021- 2022 school year. Students will have opportunities to take virtual field trips, learn about science and technology, engage in social living projects, play sports, and develop an appreciation for art, theater, music, and more. The 4-week program will be offered June 7th through July 1st. Students will be offered transportation to and from the program, and meals will be provided. Let us know if you are interested by going to http://bit.ly/SLPsummerlearning.

All SLPSB schools and administrative offices will re-open tomorrow, Monday, February 22, 2021.  

Tools For Schools: Congratulations, Opelousas Junior High School! https://www.katc.com/news/st-landry-parish/tools-for-schools-opelousas-junior-high-school?fbclid=IwAR1fD7mmG6VFpTj_ITS1SQ4R0vweaEWh-J9cDUG4o9X8_nxW0QQ_jvFsck0

"Starting Mon., Feb. 22, teachers & support staff working at K-12 schools & daycares, non-emergency medical transportation staff, pregnant persons and people 55-64 years old with one or more health condition defined by @CDCgov will be eligible to receive the COVID vaccine. " ~Gov. John Bel Edwards

ALL ST. LANDRY PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2021 FEBRUARY 17, 2021 OPELOUSAS, LA -- Hazardous road conditions, widespread water and power outages, parish-wide diminished water pressure and boil advisories, as well as ensuring the overall safety of our students and employees necessitates the closing of schools Thursday, February 18, 2021. Additionally, administrative offices will be closed to the public. We will continue to consult with school administrators, the National Weather Service, and the Office of Emergency Preparedness in the decision-making progress regarding the re-opening of schools. Stay informed of future decisions regarding school reopenings via our SLP app, our district website and our social media pages.

ALL ST. LANDRY PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2021 FEBRUARY 17, 2021 OPELOUSAS, LA -- Hazardous road conditions, widespread water and power outages, parish-wide diminished water pressure and boil advisories, as well as ensuring the overall safety of our students and employees necessitates the closing of schools Thursday, February 18, 2021. Additionally, administrative offices will be closed to the public. We will continue to consult with school administrators, the National Weather Service, and the Office of Emergency Preparedness in the decision-making progress regarding the re-opening of schools. Stay informed of future decisions regarding school re-openings via our SLP app, our district website and our social media pages.

ALL ST. LANDRY PARISH PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2021 FEBRUARY 16, 2021 OPELOUSAS, LA -- St. Landry Parish Public schools and administrative offices will be closed Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Hazardous road conditions and power outages have resulted in the district’s decision to close facilities for our students, bus drivers, and employees’ safety. We will continue to monitor road conditions and consult with the NWS and the Office of Emergency Preparedness (OEM) in order to ensure the safety of our students and employees. Stay informed of future decisions regarding school re-openings via our SLP app, our district website and our social media pages.