The Path to a Brighter Future: A New Podcast from Tangischools
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of The Brighter Future Podcast, a new series designed to connect our community with the stories that shape our school system. In this inaugural episode, our superintendent, Mrs. Melissa Stilley, shares her personal journey and the pivotal moments that led her to a career in education.
Listen as she reflects on the mentors, challenges, and deeply held beliefs that inspired her to dedicate her life to serving students and building a brighter future for all.
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Brighter Future Scholarship
Give our aspiring teachers a strong start by contributing to the Brighter Future Scholarship fund. Your donation will help students on the Pre-Educator pathway pursue their passion to a career in education.
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Commodore's Pizza Give Back Day
Commodores Pizza in Hammond and Amite are supporting Early Childhood education by sponsoring a "Give Back Day" this Thursday, September 25 (TODAY). They are donating 10% of all proceeds to Ready Start Tangipahoa for scholarships to high-quality early education programs.
Commodore's Pizza Give Back Day
Thursday, September 25, 2025
at both Amite and Hammond locations
Order Take-Out or Dine In
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All TPSS Schools and Offices will be closed Friday, October 3, 2025.
We encourage you to come out to the parade on Friday, October 3rd to cheer on our school marching bands, dance, and cheer teams as we make our way through Amite on our way to the Fairgrounds. The parade begin at 10am.
Get involved with the festivities!
Visit tangifair.org for a full schedule and list of events.
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School Attendance Matters.
If you do miss, send in an excuse!
If your child is going to be absent from school, it is vital to send in a parent note or a formal excuse from the doctor's office. This simple step ensures their absence is officially excused, preventing them from being marked as truant. An excused absence protects your student's attendance record and academic standing, and it helps our school comply with state regulations.
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Parents may submit up to 3 parent-written excuses per semester to be considered excused absences. Handwrite a note to send with your child, or email the teacher.
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A doctor's note is considered as an excused absence, but must be submitted within seven (7) days following the visit to the doctor.
A student with 5 UNEXCUSED absences is considered truant and is placed on the school's Truancy list. This means the student did not submit a parent note or a doctor's note for the absences. Once a student is on the Truancy list, they cannot be removed for the semester unless they submit their excuses.
Read our Letter to Families
Log into the Student Progress Center to track attendance records.
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Stay in the loop with your child's academic journey!
Our Student Progress Center is the one-stop-shop for all your needs. Emails were sent to guardians this week with instructions on how to get started.
Didn't receive the email? Contact your child's school to update your contact information.
With your SPC account, you can:
- see student schedules
- check grades and test scores
- view attendance records
- update your contact information
Access the SPC to set up your account, or log in with existing information on our website at https://www.tangischools.org/academics/studentprogress
Guardians and students can now download the JC Student app on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store!
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Choose to Live a Healthy and Addiction Free Life
Hammond Westside Montessori hosted the Louisiana Attorney General's Office for a special anti-vaping presentation with our 6th-grade students.
This powerful program uses a face-to-face approach, bringing college athletes from Southeastern Louisiana University (SLU) to our schools to encourage students to make good choices. Students loved rotating through stations and hearing directly from these champions about the importance of a healthy, vape-free life.
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The Tangipahoa Parish School Board is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and productive learning environment for all students. The rise in the use of vaping devices and related products poses a serious health risk and creates disruptions to the educational setting. This policy is designed to deter the use, possession, and distribution of tobacco, vaping, and marijuana products, and to enforce strict disciplinary measures that promote student well-being, accountability, and compliance with Louisiana law.
Read our
Revised Policy on Vaping- Policy JCDAA
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Know the Policy
Our TPSS Student and Parent Handbook provides important information about district policies, expectations, and resources. We encourage all families to review it to ensure a successful and informed school year.
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Our Family Toolkit on the TangiSchools website has everything you need for a smooth start to the school year, including:
- School Bell Times
- School Supply Lists
- Open House Dates
- Uniform Policy
- and so much more!
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TPSS Magnet Programs
TPSS Magnet Programs let students explore their creativity and special interests in a dynamic learning environment. As they discover their strengths, they can take classes that offer college credit or career certifications that prepare them for the next steps in their future.
Our next application window opens October 1, 2025.
tangischools.org/academics/magnet
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A Message to the Class of 2026
To the Class of 2026, the final chapter of your high school journey is officially underway! This year will fly by, so we encourage you to make the most of every moment. Embrace the challenges and the fun that senior year brings—from Friday night lights to the last school dance. Explore new subjects, reconnect with old friends, and create lasting memories. Remember to stay focused on your goals while also enjoying the ride. This is your time to shine and set the stage for your future.
Academic and Future Planning
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Come to school! Your senior schedule may look different from past years. You may be taking fewer, more specialized classes. It's so important to not miss class time, especially if you are taking dual enrollment classes, or classes which offer certifications. Be present!
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Keep your grades up. You want to make sure that you have all of your needed credits by graduation. Speak to your counselor and teachers to make sure you are on track to graduate. Also, colleges and trade schools can and do revoke acceptances if a student's grades drop significantly during senior year. Don't fall victim to "senioritis."
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Finalize your post-graduation plans. By now, you should have an ideas of what you may want to do after high school. You may have a solid list of schools you're interested in. If so, research their application requirements, deadlines, and financial aid opportunities. If you are interested in going straight into a job or career, stay focused on your goals to ensure you are ready to make that transition into the workplace.
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Get letters of recommendation. If needed, ask teachers and counselors for recommendation letters early in the school year, providing them with your resume and a list of your accomplishments to help them write a strong letter.
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Submit applications and essays. The fall is the time to complete and send in your applications, including any essays or personal statements.
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Focus on financial aid and scholarships. File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as it opens. Continuously look for and apply for scholarships throughout the year.
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Take or retake standardized tests. If you're not happy with your SAT or ACT scores, register to retake them early in the school year. This is the last week to register for the October ACT.
Next ACT Test Date: October 18 | Late Deadline: September 30
Study smarter!
October is one of only three test dates to get your ACT Answer Key!
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Big news for the Class of 2026! The 2026-27 FAFSA® form is now live!
Apply now at FAFSA.gov to access grants, loans, and work-study that can help you pay for college or career training. The earlier you apply, the more opportunities you may unlock. Don’t wait — apply today! Reach out to your school counselor with questions on how to get started, or visit the online for lots of GREAT information.
FYI - Completing the FAFSA is a necessary step in the process of receiving TOPS scholarship money.
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A Commitment to Care: Our Focus on Student Mental Health
September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Month. Watch our latest Coffee Talk as our Social Emotional Learning team sits down to chat with Mrs. Stilley about the importance of having open conversations with our children regarding their mental health and well-being.
We are here to support you and your family. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to your child's school counselor or school administration.
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Need to Talk?
The 988 Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. When you call 988, you are connected to the nearest crisis center in a national network that provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals day and night.
988lifeline.org
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To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all spectators at our athletic events, please remember the following:
Clear Bag Policy: Only clear bags will be permitted inside the stadiums. If a purse is not clear, only small clutch purses (no larger than a hand) are allowed.
Security Screening: Metal detectors or handheld wands may be used at the entrance gates. Please allow a few extra minutes for this process.
We want to remind our spectators that our schools are cashless, which means tickets can be purchased on your smartphone. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate. Follow your school's Facebook page for ticket information.
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Gun Safety Program for K-4th Grade Students - Coming to a School Near You!
We would like to inform you about a gun safety program that will be implemented in grades K-4, starting in September. The Eddie Eagle GunSafe® program is a gun accident prevention program that, for over 30 years, has helped keep kids safe. The program was developed by a task force comprising educators, school administrators, curriculum specialists, urban housing safety officials, clinical psychologists, law enforcement officials, and National Rifle Association firearm safety experts. It began in 1988 with one mission: teach children four simple, easy-to-remember steps so they know what to do if they ever come across a gun. Eddie and his friends are focused on telling children that if they see a gun, they need to Stop! Don't touch. Run away. Tell a grown-up.
Tangipahoa Parish School System is committed to keeping our students safe, and this gun safety program is one way we can proactively protect students. The program will be delivered by Lt. Don Alexander of the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office. The program includes this video and a discussion of gun safety procedures. If you would like more information on the program, please visit the Eddie Eagle and the Wing Team website. There are additional resources for families to continue gun safety education with children.
If you know something, say something.
Make a Report
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Tap the App
Encourage your children to use the free anonymous P3 tip reporting system. This is a vital tool in keeping schools and students safe. Students can report about a wide range of concerns, from mental health issues to threats of violence through the P3 app or through the Crime Stoppers website. Tips are delivered to multiple school administrators and law enforcement making sure nothing slips through the cracks. The P3 mobile app can be downloaded to iPhone or android devices.
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Speak to Crime Stoppers to make a report:
1 877 668 2421
Submit a tip online:
SUBMIT A TIP
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Family Involvement in Preventing Fights
The safety and well-being of our students are our top priorities. While schools take immediate action to address any incidents of fighting, we believe that family involvement is crucial in preventing such incidents.
Read our Letter to Families
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Come Drive a Tangi School Bus!
Hop onboard one of our upcoming trainings to get on the road to a new adventure with Tangischools.
Day Class: Oct. 20-24 (9am-4pm)
Day Class: Nov. 17-21 (9am-4pm)
Location: TPSS Technology Center, 795 S. Morrison Blvd, Hammond
Questions? Call (985) 748 - 2423
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Ready to track your bus?
Families may download the Edulog Parent Portal Lite App through their cell phone’s app store to track their student(s) transportation to and from school.
Track Your School Bus
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Tangischools App
The Tangischools App is available for Apple devices in the App Store and on Android devices in the Google Play store. Subscribe to receive notifications from your school, see the upcoming events calendar, and have access to all things Tangischools at your fingertips!
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JCampus Student App
Have you created your Student Progress Center Account? If yes -- Download JCampus Student on your Apple or Android devices.
The Student Progess Center is the portal students and families can use to keep track of attendance records, grades, discipline reports, test scores, transcripts, and more!
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STAY CONNECTED
Make sure your contact information is current.
→ current phone number
→ email address
Please take a moment to log in to your Student Progress Center account and make sure your contact information is current. It is common for students to miss the bus, forget supplies, or for teachers to need to call a family member during the first weeks of school. Make sure that we have a direct connection to you.
Update My Contact Information
Text START to
(985) 260 - 8474
to receive text messages from Tangischools
Do not have a Student Progress Center Account? Your child's front desk secretary can assist you with getting started.
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Reach Out
As the school year gets underway, we want to remind our families that communication and partnership are key to student success. If you have any questions about your child’s progress, need support, or just want to stay more connected with what’s happening in the classroom, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Whether it's academic concerns, social-emotional support, or general school-related questions—we’re here to help. Together, we can make sure every student has the support they need to thrive this year!
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Have a general question for the school district?
Reach out to us through email.
questions@tangischools.org
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What's on the Menu?
We are pleased to announce that students will receive breakfast and lunch free of charge again this year. You can use My School Bucks to add money to student accounts for extra snacks offered in the cafeteria.
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Special Dietary Needs?
Complete our form and return it to our Child Nutrition Department.
Tangipahoa Parish Child Nutrition Department
59656 Puleston Road, Amite LA 70422
Phone (985)748-2480, Fax (985)748-2487
Special Dietary Needs Form
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Brighter Future
We have launched our very first episode of our TPSS Brighter Future podcast!
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Coffee Talk Tuesdays
Be sure to catch us LIVE on Facebook each Tuesday at 2:30pm.
Superintendent Stilley sits down to chat with school and parish leaders, to share and discuss the "why" behind all that we do in Tangischools.
See our Recorded Episodes on our website.
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Buckle Up, Phone Down
Do you want a chance to influence others to be safe drivers?
Enter the "Buckle Up, Phone Down" High School Video and Pledge Contest.
Official Rules and Guidelines
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Hammond After School Program
The afterschool program is designed to provide academic, recreational, and health and wellness activities for children in grades K - 8. The program is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for children to complete their homework and engage in fun, educational activities.
(985) 277 - 5905
Registration Now Open!
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PARD 1 Youth Basketball
Get in the game this season! Registration is open until October 31st.
(985) 370 - 7273
Registration Now Open!
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Where DREAMS and ROARS Collide
Join us for an unforgettable dance camp experience that fuels passion and supports education! All proceeds benefit scholarships for the Miss Southeastern 2026 Scholarship Pageant and the Lionettes Dance Team.
Oct. 3 & 4
8am - 12:30pm
Pennington Student Activity Center
Boys and Girls, ages 5-10
Register to Attend
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Commodore's Pizza Give Back Day
Commodores Pizza in Hammond and Amite are supporting Early Childhood education by sponsoring a "Give Back Day" this Thursday, September 25. They are donating 10% of all proceeds to Ready Start Tangipahoa for scholarships to high-quality early education programs.
Commodore's Pizza Give Back Day
Thursday, September 25, 2025
at both Amite and Hammond locations
TODAY IS THE DAY :)
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Angels on the Spectrum Support Group
TPSO is committed to serving all of its residents in the most meaningful ways possible and that includes educating ourselves and the community about our Angels on the Spectrum.
Join the next Community Meeting
Monday, Sept. 29 @ 5pm
801 South 1st Street, Amite
(21st JDC Juvenile Courthouse)
The goal of the program is to provide a safe, positive and encouraging environment for parents and caregivers to connect, share experiences and resources, and to bridge the awareness gap with law enforcement.
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Veterans Parade & Celebration
November 1, 2025
Parade starts at 9:30am
Downtown Ponchatoula
Celebration to follow in Memorial Park with live music, car show, honor wall, Military recognition ceremonies, and free resources for veterans.
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Questions:
(985) 355 - 0588
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National Seat Check Saturday
Car seats and booster seats provide protection for infants and children in a crash, but it’s important to make sure your child is in the right seat for their age and size – and that the seat is installed correctly.
Child Passenger Safety Week is recognized each year in September and brings heightened awareness to how parents and caregivers can keep children safe in vehicles.
Seat Check
Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025
9am - 12pm
Southeastern University
Driving Range Parking Lot
800 West University Avenue
Hammond, LA
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October 3: Fair Day Holiday
October 10: End of First 9 Weeks
November 11: Veterans Day Holiday
Nov. 24-28: Thanksgiving Holidays
December 19: End of Second 9 Weeks
**If no emergency days are used in the first semester, schools will be closed two additional days: Dec. 18 & 19.
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SchoolCash Online
Create an account, connect your schools and students to the account, and search the catalogue for availble fees.
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Student Progress Center
Register your account to track student grades, attendance, announcements, & test scores.
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Resolve A Problem
Have a question or concern? Reach out directly to your school by filling out our Resolve a Problem form.
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TANGIPAHOA PARISH SCHOOL SYSTEM
59656 PULESTON ROAD, AMITE, LA 70422
P: 985-748-7153
F: 985-748-8587
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