Lafayette schools urge fewer tests for students

Lafayette school officials say charter schools have unfair advantage. They want lawmakers to listen.

Several Lafayette Parish lawmakers met with school board officials to discuss public education priorities ahead of the legislative session, focusing on addressing issues impacting the local school system and exploring potential changes to improve district outcomes.

Lafayette schools urge fewer tests for students

Lafayette Parish school leaders are calling on state lawmakers to reduce student testing and teacher requirements as they prepare for the upcoming legislative session in Baton Rouge. District officials shared their priorities during the school system's annual legislative breakfast with state legislators.