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We believe New Orleans can be the first city in America where every child goes to a great school. Green Charter School.

We are public charter management organization in New Orleans currently serving over 3,000 students across four PreK-8 schools: Arthur Ashe Charter School, Langston Hughes Academy, Phillis Wheatley Community School, and Samuel J.

10/16/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 NOETA honorees!

We’re so proud of four FirstLine teachers named honorees at this year’s New Orleans Excellence in Teaching Awards:
⭐ Shawnte Bell, Arthur Ashe Charter Orleans�
⭐ Bryanna Shaw, Langston Hughes Academy
⭐ Britnee Barnes, Phillis Wheatley Community School�
⭐ Elizabeth Percival, Samuel J. Green Charter School

Thank you for pouring your heart into our kids’ mind, body & spirit every single day. We’re lucky to have you! 💙🧡

Drop a 👏 or a congrats for our honorees below!

10/13/2026

October is National Principals Month, and we’re celebrating the principals across FirstLine Schools! 🎉

To the leaders at Langston Hughes Academy, Phillis Wheatley Community School, Samuel J. Green Charter School, and Arthur Ashe Charter School: thank you for caring for our kids’ mind, body & spirit and for leading with heart every day.

07/02/2026

📚 The countdown to a new school year is on!

Orientation is your opportunity to meet your school community, get important information for the year ahead, and make sure you're ready for the first day of school.

🗓️ Mark your calendar for your school's orientation date and time. We'll see you soon! 💙🧡

06/26/2026

We’re proud to share that FirstLine Schools has been recognized as one of the Times-Picayune’s Best Places to Work! 🎉

This recognition wouldn’t be possible without each and every member of the FirstLine team. Thank you for the dedication, heart, and commitment you bring to our schools and community each day.

cheers to Team FirstLine! 💙

06/23/2026

📚✨ Enrollment is still open for at FirstLine Schools and still have available seats in PreK - 2nd grade!

Give your child the foundation to thrive in mind, body, and spirit at Samuel J. Green Charter School and Phillis Wheatley Community School 💚💛

In our school communities, families will find:
📚️ Strong academics and student support
🍅 Enriching extracurriculars
🧑‍🏫 Dedicated educators
🏫 A supportive school community

Spots are limited! Reserve your child's seat today at firstlineschools.org/enroll.

06/22/2026

Congratulations, Chef Serigne Mbaye! 🏆️

We are proud to celebrate Chef Serigne Mbaye on being named James Beard Award Winner – Best Chef: South 2026!

This achievement, along with his appearance on Iron Chef, reflects his extraordinary talent, creativity, and leadership in modern cuisine.

Please join us in congratulating on this well-deserved recognition.

06/19/2026

Today, we honor Juneteenth—the day that marked the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States and a continued pursuit of freedom, justice, and opportunity for all.

This Juneteenth, we reflect on the past, celebrate progress, and reaffirm our commitment to creating communities where every student can learn, grow, and thrive.

Wishing our community a meaningful and joyful Juneteenth!
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06/17/2026

Hey FirstLine families!

Update: All Summer Academy sites will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, June 18th, due to anticipated inclement weather.

We are actively monitoring weather conditions for today and will communicate any changes, but we strongly anticipate getting students home safely without any changes to dismissal.

As a reminder, Summer Academy will also be closed on Friday, June 19th, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. We plan to reopen on Monday, June 22nd.

Student and staff safety is always our top priority. Please continue to check ParentSquare, social media, and our website for the latest information.

Thank you for your partnership and understanding. Stay safe!

06/16/2026

The updated school calendar is now available! Check out all the important dates and get ready for an amazing school year ahead. 📅

https://firstlineschools.org/

06/11/2026

📣 Open Enrollment for early childhood is here for the 2026–2027 school year!

Families, we’re here to make the enrollment process easier and more supportive for you every step of the way.

Join the NOLAPS Early Childhood team at Langston Hughes Academy for a dedicated enrollment support event designed especially for PreK and early childhood families.

Staff will be on-site to help with application assistance, document submission, and waitlist guidance so you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📍 Langston Hughes Academy, 3519 Trafalgar St.
🗓️ Friday, June 12, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM

This is also a great opportunity to learn more about LHA and the FirstLine Schools community! 😉

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New Orleans, LA
70119

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15042679038

Website

https://donate.firstlineschools.org/sslpage.aspx?pid=298

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