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Our mission is to enhance education, champion innovation and provide sustained financial support to public schools within the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.

06/15/2026

Celebrating Exceptional Leadership ✨

At last week's Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System board meeting, we had the honor of recognizing Padma Vatsavai, Founder and CEO of Vinformatix and Immediate Past Board President, as she concluded her service on the Foundation's Board of Directors

Current Board President Stephanie Cargile praised Padma's leadership, noting that many of the Foundation's recent successes are a direct result of her vision, dedication, and tireless advocacy. "Padma approached this work as if it were her first priority. Her dedication is well recognized, and we are in a much better place today because of it."

In her remarks, Padma reflected on the power of teamwork and expressed immense pride in the Foundation’s best fundraising year to date. “When you think about success, it takes a village. You can’t do anything by yourself, so thank you for supporting me during my years on the Foundation’s board.”

Thank you, Padma, for your passion, leadership, and unwavering commitment to strengthening public education in East Baton Rouge Parish. Your impact will be felt for generations to come. 💙📚

05/13/2026

We are so proud of Louisiana’s students and educators! These results are a testament to the hard work happening every day in classrooms across our state — including right here in East Baton Rouge Parish. At the EBR School System Foundation, supporting that excellence is exactly why we do what we do. When Louisiana leads, our community leads with it. 🎉

EBR Schools

04/22/2026

🌎💚 Happy Earth Day from the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System!

Education has the power to shape a more sustainable future. When students are given the tools to explore science, nature, and innovation, they grow into the environmental leaders our world needs.

We are proud to support EBR Schools and invest in learning opportunities that inspire students to care for our planet and our community.

🌱 Let’s do our part to protect our planet today and every day. Together, we can create a greener, more sustainable world for future generations.

04/20/2026

April is National Volunteer Month, and there are many ways to support students across EBR Schools. From volunteering and touring our programs to sharing our mission, every action helps expand opportunities for students in our community. 💙

04/15/2026

What do you want to be when you grow up? 👩‍⚕️👨‍🚒👩‍🔬

These students had the chance to imagine their future careers and explore the many possibilities ahead of them.

Moments like this may seem simple, but they play an important role in helping students begin thinking about their interests, talents, and the many ways they can contribute to their communities.

Workforce development starts early, and experiences that encourage curiosity and exploration help students begin to see the opportunities that education can create for their future.

Through community partnerships and innovative programs, the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System works to support opportunities that inspire students in EBR Schools at every stage of their educational journey.

👉 Learn more about how you can support students across East Baton Rouge Parish at foundationebr.org.

04/09/2026

What does investing in education mean for our community?

It means stronger public schools, more opportunities for students, and a brighter future for East Baton Rouge Parish.

In Louisiana, state and local funding per student still trails the national average, which can limit opportunities for learning and growth. That’s why the Foundation for the East Baton Rouge School System works alongside our community to help expand opportunities for students and educators across EBR Schools.

Through partnerships, innovation, and community support, we help bring additional resources to classrooms, support impactful programs, and create opportunities that help students thrive.

When our community invests in education, we’re investing in stronger schools, brighter futures, and a more vibrant Baton Rouge. 💙📚

👉 Interested in partnering with us to support students and public schools? We’d love to connect.

04/07/2026

April is National Volunteer Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible community members, businesses, and partners who give their time, talents, and resources to support students across EBR Schools.

Whether you’ve volunteered in a classroom, shared your professional expertise, or supported school programs, your impact helps create meaningful opportunities for students every day.

Your commitment strengthens our schools, inspires our students, and helps build a brighter future for our entire community. We are grateful for your partnership and the difference you help make for students across East Baton Rouge Parish. 🙌

04/05/2026

Wishing everyone in our community a joyful and peaceful Easter! 🌷🐣

From our students, educators, and families to our generous donors, dedicated board members, and supportive community partners—THANK YOU for being part of the mission to support public education in EBR Schools.

May this season of renewal bring hope, joy, and growth to all!

04/03/2026

🧬 Through the Star STEM Teacher Grants, innovative science learning is coming to life in EBR classrooms.

Usha Kamal of Woodlawn Magnet High School is giving students the opportunity to explore molecular biology through a hands-on genetics investigation funded by ExxonMobil Baton Rouge in partnership with the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System and EBR Schools.

In this project, students will use a cell-free protein synthesis kit to observe the processes of transcription and translation in real time, connecting DNA—the blueprint of life—to protein expression through visible fluorescence. By investigating how changes in DNA sequences (mutations) affect protein structure and function, students gain a deeper understanding of how genetics influences living systems.

This hands-on lab transforms complex biology concepts into an observable, evidence-based investigation, helping students strengthen critical thinking, research, and scientific communication skills while exploring careers in biotechnology and medical research.

👏 Join us in celebrating Ms. Kamal and the educators who inspire curiosity, discovery, and innovation in our classrooms every day!

04/01/2026

🚀 Across EBR Schools, teachers are bringing creative STEM ideas to life through the Star STEM Teacher Grants.

Nikit LaCour of Scotlandville Pre-Engineering Magnet Academy is empowering students to explore environmental engineering through the project “Eco-Engineers: Water and Waste,” funded by ExxonMobil Baton Rouge in partnership with the Foundation for East Baton Rouge School System and EBR Schools.

In this project, middle school students investigate local water health and environmental systems through hands-on field sampling, laboratory analysis, and engineering design challenges. Students will study water quality, microplastics, and aquatic ecosystems while exploring how agriculture, waste management, and pollution impact water systems.

Students will also take on the role of peer educators, designing interactive demonstrations and learning stations to teach visiting elementary students about water quality, environmental stewardship, and engineering solutions that help protect our water resources.

By combining real-world investigations with leadership opportunities, this project strengthens STEM knowledge, critical thinking, and communication skills while helping students see themselves as environmental problem-solvers.

👏 Join us in celebrating Mr. LaCour and the educators who inspire curiosity, confidence, and discovery in our classrooms every day!

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Baton Rouge, LA

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http://www.foundationebr.org/

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