Thanks to our generous community partners and supporters, some special Opelousas Elementary Tigers were treated with donuts! Take a look for yourself to see how much they enjoyed them. Thank you Sonya's Deli and Mayor Alsandor, we appreciate you.
Calling all young athletes! Former NFL players are hosting an exclusive Flag Football Camp for kids registered with Opelousas Parks and Recreation! 🏈⚡️
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Donald Gardner Stadium
👥 Eligibility: All kids registered for the Youth Flag League are invited. Haven't signed up yet? Kids can register for the league on-site the day of the clinic!
📞 For more details, contact Walter Guillory at (337) 564-2031. See you on the field! 🙌
📅 Date: Saturday, September 26
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: Donald Gardner Stadium
👥 Eligibility: All kids registered for the Youth Flag League are invited. Haven't signed up yet? Kids can register for the league on-site the day of the clinic!
📞 For more details, contact Walter Guillory at (337) 564-2031. See you on the field! 🙌
Time passes, but the memories, the honor, and the heartbreak never fade. Thinking of the lives taken too soon, the heroes who gave everything, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Today, we pause, we pray, and we remember together. 🕯️🇺🇸
#NeverForget #PatriotDay #September11 #UnitedWeStand #Remembrance
#NeverForget #PatriotDay #September11 #UnitedWeStand #Remembrance
Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Mr. Nathan Kimble- Bus 547 is going around now on Mrs. Barbara Taylor's route (Bus 534) to pick up any student who needs a ride. He will be her sub driver this afternoon and tomorrow, Friday, September 11th. Please look for Bus 547 as the sub bus for Bus 534 for today and tomorrow- 9/10/26 and 9/11/26.
Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 534- Mrs. Barbara Taylor will not run her morning bus route this morning, Thursday, September 10th. There is NO SUB for the morning route, but a SUB will be provided for the afternoon route.
"Literacy for People, the Planet, and Prosperity." 🌎📚
Happy International Literacy Day, St. Landry Parish! Today, we celebrate our dedicated teachers, staff, and families who work together every day to inspire a lifelong love of learning across our district.
Happy International Literacy Day, St. Landry Parish! Today, we celebrate our dedicated teachers, staff, and families who work together every day to inspire a lifelong love of learning across our district.
Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8th, Mr. Bobby Ware, Bus L223 will take Bus 541, Ms. Tarkessa Johnson's morning and afternoon bus route. Please be advised for the bus number change tomorrow. Bus L223 for Bus 541.
Join us as we conduct our 26-27 PBIS Kick-Off Event next week, September 8th-11th. Show your 'PAW'sitive Pride by dressing out in each day's theme.
Tues. 9/8- SOCK It to Negativity and Step Into Positivity! (Students wear crazy socks
with their school uniform)
Wed. 9/9-Too Cool for Negative Behavior. (Students wear a favorite hat with their
school uniform)
Thurs. 9/10-Let your Positive Behavior Shine! (Students wear bright or neon shirts with
uniform bottoms)
Fri. 9/11-ROAR for Positive Behavior. (Students wear spirit shirts w/uniform bottoms or
option to participate in Tiger Dress Day and wear jeans for $6) *Must be paid
online
We Don't Just Dress Up-We Show Up! Positive Choices + Positive Actions = Positive School
Be Safe. Be Responsible. Be Respectful
Tues. 9/8- SOCK It to Negativity and Step Into Positivity! (Students wear crazy socks
with their school uniform)
Wed. 9/9-Too Cool for Negative Behavior. (Students wear a favorite hat with their
school uniform)
Thurs. 9/10-Let your Positive Behavior Shine! (Students wear bright or neon shirts with
uniform bottoms)
Fri. 9/11-ROAR for Positive Behavior. (Students wear spirit shirts w/uniform bottoms or
option to participate in Tiger Dress Day and wear jeans for $6) *Must be paid
online
We Don't Just Dress Up-We Show Up! Positive Choices + Positive Actions = Positive School
Be Safe. Be Responsible. Be Respectful
Our first September Dress Out Day will be tomorrow, Friday, September 4, 2026. Our dress out days are paid monthly . The fee for September's Dress Out Days is $6.00. These will include the following Fridays- September 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th. All fees can be paid using KEV, the online payment service. https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com Thank you for supporting our Tigers!
Nuestro primer día de ropa informal (*Dress Out Day*) de septiembre será mañana, viernes 4 de septiembre de 2026. El pago de estos días se realiza mensualmente. La tarifa para los días de ropa informal de septiembre es de $6.00. Esto incluye los siguientes viernes: 4, 11, 18 y 25 de septiembre. Todos los pagos pueden realizarse a través de KEV, el servicio de pagos en línea: https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com. ¡Gracias por apoyar a nuestros Tigers!
Nuestro primer día de ropa informal (*Dress Out Day*) de septiembre será mañana, viernes 4 de septiembre de 2026. El pago de estos días se realiza mensualmente. La tarifa para los días de ropa informal de septiembre es de $6.00. Esto incluye los siguientes viernes: 4, 11, 18 y 25 de septiembre. Todos los pagos pueden realizarse a través de KEV, el servicio de pagos en línea: https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com. ¡Gracias por apoyar a nuestros Tigers!
Opelousas Elementary School will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 due to the Labor Day Holiday. School will reopen Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Have a safe and happy holiday.
La escuela primaria Opelousas permanecerá cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre de 2026 debido al feriado del Día del Trabajo. Las clases se reanudarán el martes 8 de septiembre de 2026. Que tengan un feriado seguro y feliz.
La escuela primaria Opelousas permanecerá cerrada el lunes 7 de septiembre de 2026 debido al feriado del Día del Trabajo. Las clases se reanudarán el martes 8 de septiembre de 2026. Que tengan un feriado seguro y feliz.
Join us as we gather to honor and remember on the 25th Anniversary of September 11, 2001.
The St. Landry Parish Government and the St. Landry Parish Veterans Memorial invite the public to attend our September 11th Commemoration Ceremony. Together, we will pay tribute to the 2,977 victims lost, the 441 first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and all the families whose lives were forever changed.
📅 Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30 A.M.
📍 Location: St. Landry Parish Courthouse
⚠️ IMPORTANT PARKING & TRAFFIC NOTICE: To ensure safety and honor our local emergency personnel, parking spaces in front of the St. Landry Parish Courthouse will be strictly RESERVED for First Responders (Sheriff, Police, Marshal Units, Fire Trucks, and Ambulances).
Additionally, the Courthouse Square will be BLOCKED from the corner of West Landry Street to Bellevue Street for the duration of the ceremony.
We encourage our entire community to attend as we stand together to remember and honor those who serve.
We remember. We honor. We stand together. 🇺🇸
#NeverForget #StLandryParish #September11 #PatriotDay #CommunityStrong
The St. Landry Parish Government and the St. Landry Parish Veterans Memorial invite the public to attend our September 11th Commemoration Ceremony. Together, we will pay tribute to the 2,977 victims lost, the 441 first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice, and all the families whose lives were forever changed.
📅 Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:30 A.M.
📍 Location: St. Landry Parish Courthouse
⚠️ IMPORTANT PARKING & TRAFFIC NOTICE: To ensure safety and honor our local emergency personnel, parking spaces in front of the St. Landry Parish Courthouse will be strictly RESERVED for First Responders (Sheriff, Police, Marshal Units, Fire Trucks, and Ambulances).
Additionally, the Courthouse Square will be BLOCKED from the corner of West Landry Street to Bellevue Street for the duration of the ceremony.
We encourage our entire community to attend as we stand together to remember and honor those who serve.
We remember. We honor. We stand together. 🇺🇸
#NeverForget #StLandryParish #September11 #PatriotDay #CommunityStrong
Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Here is the link to our Coca Cola Fundraiser. Please support our school and with this fundraiser.
https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/11721/570/False/True
https://slpsb.schoolcashonline.com/Fee/Details/11721/570/False/True
Big hearts shape little minds! 🌳💙
Happy Early Childhood Educator Day to all of the dedicated teachers and caregivers in St. Landry Parish. Thank you for all that you do to nurture our youngest learners every single day!
Happy Early Childhood Educator Day to all of the dedicated teachers and caregivers in St. Landry Parish. Thank you for all that you do to nurture our youngest learners every single day!
Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Today, Tuesday, September 1st, Mr. Bobby Ware, Bus L223 will take Bus 541, Ms. Tarkessa Johnson's afternoon bus route today. Please be advised for the bus number change this afternoon.
Opelousas Elementary School Coca Cola Fundraiser! Please Support Our School! Scan the QR Code to Place Your Orders and Pay Online. Thank You for Supporting Our School!
Opelousas Elementary Schoo Parents and Guardians: Bus 541- Ms. Tarkessa Johnson will not run her bus route tomorrow, September 1, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to get your child to and from school on this day.
📢 Make Your Voice Heard in St. Landry Parish Schools! 📢
We are looking for passionate students, parents, staff members, and principals to join our Superintendent Advisory Councils! This is your opportunity to share feedback, collaborate, and help shape the future of our school district.
We are currently accepting applications for:
🎓 Student Advisory Council
👨👩👧👦 Parent Advisory Council
👥 Staff Advisory Council
🏫 Principal Advisory Council
Be INSPIRED. Be DETERMINED. Be UNSTOPPABLE.
📲 Apply today: https://www.slpsb.org/page/superintendents-council
⏰ Deadline to apply: September 9, 2026
We are looking for passionate students, parents, staff members, and principals to join our Superintendent Advisory Councils! This is your opportunity to share feedback, collaborate, and help shape the future of our school district.
We are currently accepting applications for:
🎓 Student Advisory Council
👨👩👧👦 Parent Advisory Council
👥 Staff Advisory Council
🏫 Principal Advisory Council
Be INSPIRED. Be DETERMINED. Be UNSTOPPABLE.
📲 Apply today: https://www.slpsb.org/page/superintendents-council
⏰ Deadline to apply: September 9, 2026
NOTICE TO PARENTS: Transportation Department Special Saturday Hours
Please be advised that the Transportation Department will be working this Saturday, August 22nd from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM to assist families with bus route inquiries. If you have any questions regarding your child's bus route, bus number, pickup location, or schedule, staff members will be available to assist you.
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone: 337-594-5080
To help us assist you as quickly as possible, please have your student's name, address, and school information readily available.
Please be advised that the Transportation Department will be working this Saturday, August 22nd from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM to assist families with bus route inquiries. If you have any questions regarding your child's bus route, bus number, pickup location, or schedule, staff members will be available to assist you.
Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone: 337-594-5080
To help us assist you as quickly as possible, please have your student's name, address, and school information readily available.
Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 578-Shelia Metz will not run her route Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. No available sub driver.
Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Please READ, The Transportation Department Special Sunday Hours
Please be advised that the Transportation Department will be working this Sunday, August 16th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM to assist families with bus route inquiries.
If you have any questions regarding your child's bus route, bus number, pickup location, or schedule, staff members will be available to assist you.
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Phone: 337-594-5080
To help us assist you as quickly as possible, please have your student's name, address, and school information readily available.
#OpelousasElementary
#WelcomeBackTigers #ProgressOverPerfection
Please be advised that the Transportation Department will be working this Sunday, August 16th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM to assist families with bus route inquiries.
If you have any questions regarding your child's bus route, bus number, pickup location, or schedule, staff members will be available to assist you.
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Phone: 337-594-5080
To help us assist you as quickly as possible, please have your student's name, address, and school information readily available.
#OpelousasElementary
#WelcomeBackTigers #ProgressOverPerfection
