Plaisance Middle School

The Plaisance Middle School Black History Program was a resounding success. We extend our sincere gratitude to our dedicated staff and students for the exceptional effort and hard work invested in this production. Furthermore, we would like to express our deepest appreciation to Dr. Carmen Johnson and Mr. Raymond Cassimere for their presence and contributions as our distinguished guest speakers for this occasion.

Happy Mardi Gras, St. Landry Parish! 🎭💜 Whether you’re out catching beads or enjoying a quiet day off, we wish all of our students, staff, and families a wonderful and safe holiday. Let the good times roll! 🎷✨

Today, we join the nation in celebrating Presidents' Day. 🇺🇸

On this February 16, we reflect on the history of the American presidency and the leaders who have guided our country through its most defining moments. It’s a day to honor the office and the enduring principles of leadership and service.

Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and we want to share a huge thank you with the dedicated officers of St. Landry Parish! 💙
Today, we recognize the vital role they play in fostering a secure and supportive atmosphere in our schools. Please join us in showing them some appreciation! 👮‍♂️🤝👮‍♀️

Happy Valentine’s Day, St. Landry Parish!💌 Whether you're celebrating with friends, family, or classmates, we hope your day is as sweet as a box of chocolates!🍫💖

We want to ensure all of our families have the upcoming holiday dates on their calendars!
St. Landry Parish schools will be CLOSED for the Mardi Gras holiday on the following dates:
📅 Monday, February 16
📅 Tuesday, February 17
📅 Wednesday, February 18
Students will return to school on Thursday, February 19.

Behind every successful student and school is a team of dedicated support staff. We are thrilled to announce our District Support Persons of the Year! These individuals work tirelessly to provide a safe, welcoming, and efficient environment for our entire SLP community.
🍎 Elementary Support Person of the Year: Courtney Jennings – Port Barre Elementary
🎓 High School Support Person of the Year: Tawania Gallow – Eunice High School
🏢 Central Office Support Person of the Year: Carlo Rosette – St. Landry Parish School Board

We are incredibly proud to announce our District Principals of the Year! These dedicated leaders go above and beyond every day to inspire our students, support our teachers, and strengthen our community.
🍎 Elementary Principal of the Year: April Guidry – Grand Prairie Elementary
📚 Middle School Principal of the Year: Stephanie Senegal – Creswell Middle School
🎓 High School Principal of the Year: Irma Trosclair – Eunice High School

Inspirational Indians for 5th Grade this week are Ashlynn Prudhomme & Jalon Laday!!!! 👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉

The faculty and students of Plaisance Middle recently enjoyed a rewarding experience exploring the world of chess. We would like to thank the Detroit City Chess Club for sharing their expertise and providing a fresh perspective on strategic thinking. It was a pleasure to see our students so highly engaged while developing critical new skills..

Thank you Detroit City Chess Club!

On behalf of Plaisance Middle School, we extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who contributed to our annual food drive. Thanks to your generosity, this year’s initiative was a tremendous success, allowing us to make a significant impact in the lives of those in our community.

We extend our sincerest gratitude to Ms. Jan Fontenot for bringing her expertise to our 5th-grade classroom. The 'Blue Dog' construction project was a resounding success, providing a wonderful, hands-on opportunity for our students to explore artistic creation. Your step-by-step guidance was incredibly effective, ensuring they had both fun and a deep sense of accomplishment. We greatly appreciate your dedication to fostering creativity in our students. Through the Arts in Education program, students thoroughly enjoyed constructing their own 'Blue Dog' masterpieces.

"We sincerely thank the Northwest High School staff and students for welcoming our 8th graders. We deeply appreciate the tour and the valuable insights provided regarding the wonderful opportunities awaiting them next school year."

Please help support our Coca-Cola Fundraiser!

Important St. Landry Parish School Board District-Wide Closure Notice
Please be advised that all St. Landry Parish School Board schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26th, and Tuesday, January 27th, due to forecasted winter weather conditions. This decision was reached after consulting with the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness.
The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. All after-school activities, practices, and school or district-related events scheduled for these days are also canceled.
We encourage everyone to stay indoors, keep warm, and stay safe for the duration of this winter weather event. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates regarding Wednesday’s schedule through our standard communication channels.

The Plaisance Middle School Archery team participated in the State Qualifier @ Alexandria Mega Shelter. Our Mighty Indians did a great job representing our school.

Our recent basketball tournament was a resounding success. Congratulations to all the players on both the boys' and girls' teams for their dedication, exceptional effort, and for representing their school with pride and sportsmanship throughout the competition.