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Ready or not, It's October!
October is one of our most busy, energetic, and exciting months of the school year. That's why we have to plan ahead and prep our calendars! Here are some dates you will want to mark down.
October 5 - 11: Fire Prevention Week
October 10: End of 1st 9 Week Grading Period
October 13 - 17: National School Lunch Week
October 13: Mary Bird Perkins fundraiser (wear jeans and pink shirt for $1)
October 20 - 24: School Bus Safety Week
October 20 - 24: (also) Digital Citizenship Week
October 22: Unity Day (wear orange shirt)
October 23 - 31: Red Ribbon Week
Please note: Monday, October 13th is now a regular school day. The previously scheduled Professional Development (PD) Day for teachers has been canceled so that we could add Veterans Day to our calendar as a school holiday.
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In October, We Wear Pink!
Monday, October 13, 2025, will be a "Jean Day" to serve as a fundraiser for Mary Bird Perkins. Employees and students may wear school-appropriate blue jeans and a pink shirt for a $1.00 donation.
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In October, We Wear Orange (too)
Unite Against Bullying
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, October 22nd for Unity Day! This special day is all about coming together to stand against bullying and promote kindness in our schools and communities. Let’s show our support by wearing orange shirts!
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It's Fire Prevention Week
October is a great time to focus on safety, and this week we recognize Fire Prevention Week! 🔥 It's an important annual reminder to review our home escape routes, test smoke detectors, and talk as a family about fire prevention. We want to extend a huge thank you to our local fire departments—the firefighters do vital work year-round to keep our community safe, and we truly appreciate their active partnership with our schools through educational programs, station tours, and safety talks. Their dedication helps ensure our students and families are prepared for emergencies!
Are you following your local fire department on Facebook?
Here are just a few who have so kindly given their time and heart to our students this week. Check out some of their posts to see our students in action!
Hammond Fire Dept
Independence Volunteer Fire Department
Loranger Volunteer Fire Department
Natalbany Fire Department
Ponchatoula Vol. Fire Dept
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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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TPSS Magnet Programs
TPSS Magnet School Applications for the 2026-2027 School Year are now open for upcoming Kindergarten - 12th Grade students!
Our tuition-free magnet schools offer specialized courses, so students can grow special skill sets while getting the benefits of our tier 1 academic program.
Children who will enter PreK during the 2026-2027 school year should contact our Early Childhood Department at (985) 748 - 2539.
Applications are open until February 1st!
Our Application Window for the 2026 - 2027 School Year is Open!
tangischools.org/academics/magnet
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Oct. 13 - 17 is
National School Lunch Week
Watch our latest Coffee Talk as Superintendent Stilley takes a tour of Independence Magnet School's updated cafeteria with Principal Dr. Sanders. The TPSS Director of Child Nutrition, Kenda Reed, also joins the call to share a behind the scenes perspective into the planning that goes into servicing our children.
Visit us Online for More Information
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See What's on the Menu!
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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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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Remember it All
The best part of Homecoming is making memories that last. Choose a sober and safe celebration so you can be fully present for the fun, the friends, and the school spirit.
- Plan a safe ride home before you leave the house.
- Look out for your friends and speak up if you see something unsafe.
- Keep the focus on the fun—the floats, the music, the football, and the friendships!
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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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The MAIN COMMUNICATION Avenue for Bus Messages
We highly recommend that families with children riding a Tangi School Bus download the Edulog Parent Portal Lite App through their cell phone’s app store to track transportation to and from school.
Track Your School Bus
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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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Visit the Family Toolkit
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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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.
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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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Stay In Touch
Make sure your contact information is current.
Guardians may update their personal information in their Student Progress Center Account, or they may contact their child’s school and update the information with the school secretary.
Update My Contact Information
→ current phone number
→ email address
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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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.
You can find the podcast on all major platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
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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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Dyslexia Awareness: Knowing the Signs and Offering Support
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month. It’s a great time to learn more about this common learning difference that affects reading, spelling, and writing. Dyslexia isn't about intelligence; it simply means a person's brain processes language differently. In fact, many people with dyslexia have strong skills in areas like problem-solving, creativity, and spatial reasoning. Let's use this month to recognize and celebrate the unique strengths of those in our family and community who are dyslexic, and to champion the accommodations and understanding that help them succeed!
dyslexia.org
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Celebrating Value and Talent
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
As you look ahead to college or your first career, remember that talent and hard work are what truly matter. Everyone—including people with disabilities—brings unique strengths and skills to the table.
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Special Education Advocacy Training for Parents
Families Helping Families, in partnership with COPAA, is offering a FREE 10-session online beginner-level course designed to help parents confidently navigate the IEP and 504 Plan process.
This training will run from October 9 to December 18, 2025, every Thursday from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your advocacy skills and gain the knowledge you need to support your child’s education journey.
Learn More about the Webinar
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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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2025 Inclusive Art Contest
Contestants are encouraged to use art to share their vision, experiences, and talents to demonstrate “CREATIVITY MEETS ADVOCACY: A Tribute to Disability Advocates” and are encouraged to conduct research/educate themselves of the importance of accessibility and inclusion.
Open to ALL residents of LA of any age.
Deadline: November 3, 2025
All questions should be directed to disability.affairs@la.gov or 225-219-7553
Rules, Criteria, and registration form
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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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Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow
KID ZONE
October 11-12
Hammond Northshore Regional Airport
STEM Adventures, Robotics Competitions, Flight Simulators, and hands-on activities
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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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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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