
“I want to inspire the next generation:” NSNO’s first ever NOLA Teacher Fest is a resounding success
NOLA Teacher Fest Highlights Over 1,100 educators attended – roughly ⅓ of the teaching force in our city They represented…

They came up with solutions to big New Orleans problems. Now these high schoolers will go to Aspen.
New Schools for New Orleans was proud to partner with the Aspen Challenge, an initiative between the Aspen Institute and the Bezos Family Foundation. The…

“You cannot pour from an empty tank:” Talking wellness in education with Einstein Charter Schools CEO Ashley Daniels-Hall
This is the first piece in NSNO’s new series, “The Future is Bright”. We are profiling incredible educators from across our…

“Our students got the best supports ASAP”: Opposing SB 404 Would Preserve School Autonomy
New Orleans is home to thousands of students, educators, and families who love their schools. At NSNO, we strive to…

Clear on Her Career and Ready to Change Lives
How a constellation of support is helping Kaila Bradford reach her dreams Kaila Bradford is a senior at Warren Easton…

Honoring Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr.: For Seven Years, Dr. Lewis Fulfilled a Unique Role in Education
Over nearly seven years, Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. has been a stalwart leader of our public school system. Over the past few…

Join us for the inaugural NOLA Teacher Fest!
New Schools for New Orleans is inviting all educators in Orleans Parish to the first ever NOLA Teacher Fest during…

Just the Facts: The Superintendent’s Role in Managing School Buildings and Ensuring Their Safety and Longevity
NSNO’s “Just The Facts” series discusses what the superintendent’s role entails in our unique system of schools. This edition of “Just the Facts”…

Dr. Avis Williams Selected As Next NOLA-PS Superintendent
Dr. Henderson Lewis, Jr. leaves his role on June 30, 2022 After months of careful search, review, and community engagement,…