
🦁 Pre-K Takes on the Baton Rouge Zoo!
Our Pre-K learners had a roaring good time at the zoo! They explored exhibits, climbed high on the playground, and made memories that will last a lifetime.
#RETHINKStHelena #StHelenaWINNING










🚌💛 Bus Driver Appreciation 💛🚌
This week, we celebrated the amazing individuals who make sure our learners arrive safely each and every day! From early mornings to late afternoons, rain or shine, they are the first and last smiles our children see. Thank you to our dedicated bus drivers—you are truly appreciated! 🏆🚍
#StHelenaWinning #RETHINKsthelena









🎉🍕 March Madness Champions: Ms. Forman’s Class! 🍕🎉
Congratulations to Ms. Forman’s class for winning the 2025 March Madness Challenge! Their dedication and teamwork led them to victory. To celebrate, they enjoyed a well-deserved pizza party! We’re proud of all the classes that participated and showed great spirit.
#MarchMadnessChampions #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKStHelena


🎪🎉 MAY FESTIVAL FUN IS COMING! 🎉🎪
Join us at St. Helena Early Learning Center for an unforgettable May Festival on Thursday, May 8th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM!
🎟️ Tickets are available now on School Cash!
🍿 Enjoy delicious treats, exciting games, music, and FUN for everyone!
Menu Highlights:
🌮 Nachos - $3.00
🌭 Hot Dog - $3.00
🍔 Hamburger - $3.00
🍭 Cotton Candy, Candy, Pickles, Ice Cream, Popsicles – $1.00-$2.00
Don’t miss the fun! 🎈


🎉 Our 1st graders had an unforgettable time at Airborne Extreme! From bouncing through obstacle courses to diving into foam pits, laughter and fun filled the day. Thank you to our staff and chaperones who made this experience possible! #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena









🚌 Kindergarten Field Trip Fun at Global Wildlife! 🦒
Our Kindergarten learners had a wild time exploring the Global Wildlife Center! From feeding giraffes to learning about antelopes and buffalo, their faces lit up with every new experience. 🌾🦓 #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena











📢 School Reminder!
Just a reminder that school is in session tomorrow, Friday, April 25th!
Let’s end the week strong with great attendance and even greater effort!
#RETHINKsthelena #StHelenaWINNING


📚✏️ Mrs. Young's learners are off to a great start each morning! They stay focused and engaged as they practice writing their numbers and first and last names. Building strong foundational skills one pencil stroke at a time! 🧠📝 #ToProficiencyAndBeyond #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena








📚 Ms. Gordon’s learners are actively decoding and engaging with their text! Each child is working hard to read independently and discuss their understanding with their peers. We love seeing our readers grow in confidence and skill! 💪📖 #ToProficiencyAndBeyond #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKStHelena



School Reminder!
No school tomorrow, Monday, April 21st, in observance of the Easter holiday. Learners will return on Tuesday, April 22nd. Have a Happy Easter! 🌸🐰


📚✨ Library adventures are the best kind!
Our learners had a magical day full of stories, science, and curiosity during their visit to the public library. From listening to engaging read-alouds to participating in hands-on activities, they explored the power of literacy and learning in a whole new way! 💡📖
#StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena






Focused and Future-Ready!
Learners at St. Helena Early Learning Center are actively engaged in high-dosage tutoring—getting the extra support they need to grow academically and reach their full potential.
We’re proud of their dedication and commitment to success!
#HighDosageTutoring #StHelenaStrong #LevelUpLearning




📚 Focused. Engaged. Growing.
Our learners are hard at work during High Dosage Tutoring sessions! 🎧💻 With targeted support and one-on-one instruction, they're building the skills they need to soar to proficiency and beyond.
#StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena

📣 Check out this week’s Hawk Happenings Parent Newsletter! 📰
Stay up to date on upcoming events, important reminders, and highlights from around the ELC. Let’s keep soaring together!
📍Read it here: https://secure.smore.com/n/9xg3j
#StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena #HawkHappenings

📚 Mrs. Wright is making every moment count by giving clear, explicit feedback to her learners! Her guidance helps ensure understanding and supports learner success every step of the way. 💡✏️ #ToProficiencyAndBeyond #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena




📚✏️ Modeling for Mastery!
Mr. K has been hard at work modeling strategies to ensure his learners are successful in math! With clear objectives, hands-on examples, and targeted practice, our learners are building confidence and skills every day. #ToProficiencyAndBeyond #StHelenaWINNING #RETHINKsthelena






🥤 SMOOTHIE KING DAY IS COMING! 🥤
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 25th!
🌴 SHCCA, SHATA, & Community Members – 20oz Caribbean Way Smoothie for only $6
🌴 SHELC Learners – 12oz Caribbean Way Smoothie for only $4
💳 Payment can ONLY be made through School Cash Online.
🔗 https://sthpk12.schoolcashonline.com
Get your smoothie orders in today! Let’s sip into spring together! ☀️🍓🍍


🌿🌎 Clean & Green Week Spotlight! 🌎🌿
On Thursday, our learners and staff rolled up their sleeves for a cleaner, greener campus! With the help of Ms. Z and Mr. Galmon, we planted our first garden and picked up litter around the school grounds. We’re proud to #LoveTheBoot and take care of our community—one seed and one piece of trash at a time! 🌱💪
A huge THANK YOU to LSU AgCenter and all of the generous donors who helped support this project. Your contributions made this hands-on learning experience possible!
#RETHINKStHelena #StHelenaWINNING #CleanAndGreen








🎉🏆 March Madness Champions! 🏆🎉
Congratulations to Ms. Forman’s class for being crowned our 2025 March Madness Champions! 📚🔥
Their teamwork, dedication, and academic growth earned them the top spot in a tough competition. As a reward, they will receive a class party of their choice! 🎈🎉
We are so proud of all the classes that participated — the excitement, effort, and learning were amazing!
Way to go, scholars! 💪🎓
#MarchMadnessChampions #StHelenaWinning #RETHINKStHelena



📢 Lena's Closet Food Pantry 📢
Join us on April 10, 2025, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at one of our three locations:
St. Helena Arts & Technology Academy: 1798 Hwy. 1042, Greensburg, LA
St. Helena College & Career Academy: 14340 Hwy. 37, Greensburg, LA
St. Helena Early Learning Center: 1590 Hwy. 1042, Greensburg, LA
We are excited to offer food support to our community! 🍎🍞🥕 If you or someone you know is in need, please come by.
For more information, call 225-222-4349.
Thank you to our partners:
Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank 🍽️
LSU Ag Center 🌱
Healthy Communities St. Helena Parish
