East Baton Rouge school board authorizes phased plan to shift later start times after pilot data
Mar 6, 2026
Mar 6, 2026
After hearing pilot data and testimony from students and teachers, the East Baton Rouge Parish School Board on March 5 authorized the superintendent to phase in later start times over three years, directing local engagement and returning with a year‑one recommendation in April.
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The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board on March 5 voted to authorize Superintendent Cole to implement later school start times in a phased, three‑year roll‑out after the district presented early pilot data from participating high schools.
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