Help Us Bring Home the Win! 💛
There's still time to vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center as Favorite Early Learning Center in the Baton Rouge Parents Magazine Family Favorites 2026!
✅ Vote once per day through August 15 at https://brparents.com/family-favorites.
Every vote makes a difference! Thank you for supporting our learners, staff, and school community. Please like, share, and encourage your family and friends to vote too!
#StHelenaWINNING #HawkPride #FamilyFavorites2026💛
There's still time to vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center as Favorite Early Learning Center in the Baton Rouge Parents Magazine Family Favorites 2026!
✅ Vote once per day through August 15 at https://brparents.com/family-favorites.
Every vote makes a difference! Thank you for supporting our learners, staff, and school community. Please like, share, and encourage your family and friends to vote too!
#StHelenaWINNING #HawkPride #FamilyFavorites2026💛
Join the Hawk Pride! 💛
Parents and guardians, you're invited to our first PTO Meeting of the school year!
📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026
🕓 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 Literacy Lab
Your voice matters! Come learn how you can support our learners, connect with other families, and help make a positive impact at St. Helena Early Learning Center.
✨ Build connections.
💡 Share ideas.
⭐ Support student success.
Together, we soar. Together, we succeed!
#StHelenaWINNING #HawkPride #WhateverItTakes #PTO #FamilyPartnership #ExpeditionToExcellence 💛
Parents and guardians, you're invited to our first PTO Meeting of the school year!
📅 Thursday, August 13, 2026
🕓 4:00–5:00 PM
📍 Literacy Lab
Your voice matters! Come learn how you can support our learners, connect with other families, and help make a positive impact at St. Helena Early Learning Center.
✨ Build connections.
💡 Share ideas.
⭐ Support student success.
Together, we soar. Together, we succeed!
#StHelenaWINNING #HawkPride #WhateverItTakes #PTO #FamilyPartnership #ExpeditionToExcellence 💛
Today's Lunch in St. Helena!
SHELC: Chicken Sandwich on Bun, Lettuce and Tomato, California Blend, Diced Pears, Oven Baked Fries, Milk Choice.
SHATA: Chicken Sandwich on Bun, Oven Baked Fries, Lettuce and Tomato, Grapes & Strawberries, Milk Choice.
SHCCA: Nachos with Cheese and Chili, Lettuce and Tomato, Mixed Fruit, Carrot Sticks, Juice, Milk Choice.
💛 Day 1: The Expedition Begins! 🌿📚
The first day of our Expedition to Excellence was nothing short of amazing! Our halls were filled with smiles, excitement, learning, and the beginning of new adventures.
From our youngest explorers in PreK to our growing leaders in 3rd grade, our learners stepped into classrooms ready to learn, connect, and build relationships. Teachers created welcoming environments, established routines, and began building the strong foundations that will guide our journey this year.
Today was more than the first day of school—it was the first step on an incredible expedition toward growth, achievement, and excellence.
A special thank you to our amazing staff for creating a place where every learner feels valued, supported, and ready to soar.
The journey has begun… and we are ready to reach new heights!
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #FirstDayOfSchool #HawkPride #ReadyToSoar
The first day of our Expedition to Excellence was nothing short of amazing! Our halls were filled with smiles, excitement, learning, and the beginning of new adventures.
From our youngest explorers in PreK to our growing leaders in 3rd grade, our learners stepped into classrooms ready to learn, connect, and build relationships. Teachers created welcoming environments, established routines, and began building the strong foundations that will guide our journey this year.
Today was more than the first day of school—it was the first step on an incredible expedition toward growth, achievement, and excellence.
A special thank you to our amazing staff for creating a place where every learner feels valued, supported, and ready to soar.
The journey has begun… and we are ready to reach new heights!
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #FirstDayOfSchool #HawkPride #ReadyToSoar
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! Here's our lunch for today.
Chicken/Sausage Pastalaya, Roll, Broccoli, Corn, Orange Slices, Juice, Milk Choice.
🦁🌿 Welcome to August! 🌿🦒
We're excited to begin a new school year at St. Helena Early Learning Center!
📅 Important August Dates:
🚌 August 3 – First Day of School
📚 August 10 – DIBELS & Numeracy Testing Begins
🤝 August 13 | 4:00–5:00 PM – PTO Meeting
✅ Learners attend school Monday through Friday throughout August. Every day matters, and consistent attendance helps build strong routines and supports academic success from the very beginning.
Let's make this school year an unforgettable Expedition to Excellence!
💛🖤 Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #AttendanceMatters #BackToSchool
We're excited to begin a new school year at St. Helena Early Learning Center!
📅 Important August Dates:
🚌 August 3 – First Day of School
📚 August 10 – DIBELS & Numeracy Testing Begins
🤝 August 13 | 4:00–5:00 PM – PTO Meeting
✅ Learners attend school Monday through Friday throughout August. Every day matters, and consistent attendance helps build strong routines and supports academic success from the very beginning.
Let's make this school year an unforgettable Expedition to Excellence!
💛🖤 Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #AttendanceMatters #BackToSchool
🎉 What a Great Start to the School Year! 🦒🌿
Thank you to all of our families who joined us for Meet & Greet yesterday! It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces as learners met their teachers, families connected with our staff, and everyone began their Expedition to Excellence.
A special thank you to our incredible faculty and staff for creating such a warm, welcoming environment and for making tonight a success. Your dedication and teamwork were on full display.
We can't wait to welcome our learners back for the first day of school on Monday, August 3rd! Let's make this an amazing year of learning, growth, and achievement.
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #MeetAndGreet #BackToSchool #HawkPride
Thank you to all of our families who joined us for Meet & Greet yesterday! It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces as learners met their teachers, families connected with our staff, and everyone began their Expedition to Excellence.
A special thank you to our incredible faculty and staff for creating such a warm, welcoming environment and for making tonight a success. Your dedication and teamwork were on full display.
We can't wait to welcome our learners back for the first day of school on Monday, August 3rd! Let's make this an amazing year of learning, growth, and achievement.
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #MeetAndGreet #BackToSchool #HawkPride
🗺️🌿 Mapping Our Expedition to Excellence! 🌿🗺️
Before our learners begin their journey, our staff came together to chart the course for an outstanding school year.
Through collaboration, reflection, and purposeful planning, each team mapped out the steps that will guide us toward success. We discussed our priorities, identified milestones, anticipated challenges, and committed to supporting one another every step of the way.
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we know that every successful expedition begins with a clear plan, a shared vision, and a team working together toward a common goal.
We're excited for the journey ahead and ready to help every learner reach new heights this school year!
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #ProfessionalLearning #Teamwork #Leadership #HawkPride
Before our learners begin their journey, our staff came together to chart the course for an outstanding school year.
Through collaboration, reflection, and purposeful planning, each team mapped out the steps that will guide us toward success. We discussed our priorities, identified milestones, anticipated challenges, and committed to supporting one another every step of the way.
At St. Helena Early Learning Center, we know that every successful expedition begins with a clear plan, a shared vision, and a team working together toward a common goal.
We're excited for the journey ahead and ready to help every learner reach new heights this school year!
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #ProfessionalLearning #Teamwork #Leadership #HawkPride
🌿🦒 Welcome Back to Our Administrative Team! 🦒🌿
We're excited to welcome back the incredible team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure St. Helena Early Learning Center runs smoothly each and every day.
⭐ Tempest Smith, Principal
⭐ Shelia Thompson, Assistant Principal
⭐ Carlesha Jones, Secretary
From supporting our staff and families to coordinating the countless details that keep our school moving forward, their dedication, leadership, and commitment make a lasting impact on our learners and our entire school community.
Thank you for all you do to help make SHELC a place where excellence thrives.
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
🦁 Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #LeadershipMatters #HawkPride
We're excited to welcome back the incredible team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure St. Helena Early Learning Center runs smoothly each and every day.
⭐ Tempest Smith, Principal
⭐ Shelia Thompson, Assistant Principal
⭐ Carlesha Jones, Secretary
From supporting our staff and families to coordinating the countless details that keep our school moving forward, their dedication, leadership, and commitment make a lasting impact on our learners and our entire school community.
Thank you for all you do to help make SHELC a place where excellence thrives.
💛🖤 One Team. One Mission. Endless Possibilities.
🦁 Hawk Pride. Whatever it takes!
#StHelenaWINNING #ExpeditionToExcellence #LeadershipMatters #HawkPride
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Thank you to everyone who made the Back to School Community Event possible!!
Expedition to Excellence start Monday, August 3rd!
🦒🌿 Welcome Back, Food Service Team! 💛
Please join us in welcoming our incredible 2026–2027 Food Service Team! From serving nutritious meals to greeting learners with a smile, these dedicated team members help fuel success every single day.
Their hard work and care make a lasting impact on our school community, and we're grateful to have them as part of our Expedition to Excellence!
Welcome back:
🍎 Yasmin Lee – Food Service Manager
🍎 Lavern Caston – Food Service
🍎 Christian Taylor – Food Service
🍎 Carolyn Williams – Food Service
🍎 Frances Gordon – Food Service
Thank you for nourishing our learners and helping make every school day a great one!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #FoodService #OneTeamOneMission
Please join us in welcoming our incredible 2026–2027 Food Service Team! From serving nutritious meals to greeting learners with a smile, these dedicated team members help fuel success every single day.
Their hard work and care make a lasting impact on our school community, and we're grateful to have them as part of our Expedition to Excellence!
Welcome back:
🍎 Yasmin Lee – Food Service Manager
🍎 Lavern Caston – Food Service
🍎 Christian Taylor – Food Service
🍎 Carolyn Williams – Food Service
🍎 Frances Gordon – Food Service
Thank you for nourishing our learners and helping make every school day a great one!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #FoodService #OneTeamOneMission
🗳️ Did You Vote Today? 💛
Help St. Helena Early Learning Center earn the title of BR Parents Family Favorite 2026!
✅ You can vote once every day through August 15. Every vote brings us one step closer!
📱 Vote here: brparents.com/family-favorites
➡️ Select "Schooled"
➡️ Choose "Favorite Early Learning Center"
➡️ Vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center
Thank you for supporting our learners, staff, and school community!
#HawkPride #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #FamilyFavorites #VoteDaily
Help St. Helena Early Learning Center earn the title of BR Parents Family Favorite 2026!
✅ You can vote once every day through August 15. Every vote brings us one step closer!
📱 Vote here: brparents.com/family-favorites
➡️ Select "Schooled"
➡️ Choose "Favorite Early Learning Center"
➡️ Vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center
Thank you for supporting our learners, staff, and school community!
#HawkPride #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #FamilyFavorites #VoteDaily
🎉 We're Honored to Be Nominated! 💛🖤
St. Helena Early Learning Center has been nominated for Favorite Early Learning Center in the Baton Rouge Parents Magazine Family Favorites 2026 awards!
We would be incredibly grateful for your support. ❤️ Every vote helps showcase the amazing learners, families, teachers, and community that make SHELC so special.
🗳️ Vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center today!
📅 Voting ends August 15
👉 Vote here: https://brparents.com/family-favorites
Please like, share, and invite your family and friends to vote. Thank you for believing in our school and supporting our journey of Expedition to Excellence!
#StHelenaWINNING! Whatever it takes! 💛🖤
St. Helena Early Learning Center has been nominated for Favorite Early Learning Center in the Baton Rouge Parents Magazine Family Favorites 2026 awards!
We would be incredibly grateful for your support. ❤️ Every vote helps showcase the amazing learners, families, teachers, and community that make SHELC so special.
🗳️ Vote for St. Helena Early Learning Center today!
📅 Voting ends August 15
👉 Vote here: https://brparents.com/family-favorites
Please like, share, and invite your family and friends to vote. Thank you for believing in our school and supporting our journey of Expedition to Excellence!
#StHelenaWINNING! Whatever it takes! 💛🖤
🦒🌿 Welcome Back, Custodial Team! 💙💛
Please join us in welcoming our dedicated 2026–2027 Custodial Team! Their hard work behind the scenes helps create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where our learners and staff can thrive each day.
Their commitment keeps our school running smoothly and makes a difference in the success of our entire Hawk family.
Welcome back:
🧹 LaCedric Self – Lead Custodian
🧹 Lacolvin Cryer – Custodian
Thank you for everything you do to help make St. Helena Early Learning Center a place where excellence begins!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #CustodialTeam #OneTeamOneMission
Please join us in welcoming our dedicated 2026–2027 Custodial Team! Their hard work behind the scenes helps create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where our learners and staff can thrive each day.
Their commitment keeps our school running smoothly and makes a difference in the success of our entire Hawk family.
Welcome back:
🧹 LaCedric Self – Lead Custodian
🧹 Lacolvin Cryer – Custodian
Thank you for everything you do to help make St. Helena Early Learning Center a place where excellence begins!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #CustodialTeam #OneTeamOneMission
🦒🌿 Welcome Back, Enrichment Team! 💙💛
Please join us in welcoming our amazing 2026–2027 Enrichment Team! Through creativity, encouragement, and meaningful support, these dedicated staff members help make every learner's experience engaging, well-rounded, and successful.
Together, they help bring our Expedition to Excellence to life every day!
Welcome back:
🎵 Jasmine Batiste – Music Teacher
🤝 Melva Porter – Safe Space Facilitator
🍎 India Burton – Teacher Assistant
🍎 Kiana Lee – Teacher Assistant
Thank you for all you do to support our learners, staff, and school community. Here's to an incredible year ahead!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #EnrichmentTeam #OneTeamOneMission
Please join us in welcoming our amazing 2026–2027 Enrichment Team! Through creativity, encouragement, and meaningful support, these dedicated staff members help make every learner's experience engaging, well-rounded, and successful.
Together, they help bring our Expedition to Excellence to life every day!
Welcome back:
🎵 Jasmine Batiste – Music Teacher
🤝 Melva Porter – Safe Space Facilitator
🍎 India Burton – Teacher Assistant
🍎 Kiana Lee – Teacher Assistant
Thank you for all you do to support our learners, staff, and school community. Here's to an incredible year ahead!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #EnrichmentTeam #OneTeamOneMission
🌿🧭 You're Invited to Meet & Greet! 📚✨
The countdown to a new school year has begun! Join us for our 2026–2027 Meet & Greet as we kick off our Expedition to Excellence!
📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 St. Helena Early Learning Center Gymnasium
During Meet & Greet, families will be able to:
📚 Meet your child's teacher
🎒 Drop off school supplies
🏥 Pick up nurse packets
🚌 Get transportation information
💳 Pay school fees
We can't wait to welcome our learners and families back for another exciting year of learning, growth, and success. See you on July 30!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #MeetAndGreet #BackToSchool #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #OneTeamOneMission
The countdown to a new school year has begun! Join us for our 2026–2027 Meet & Greet as we kick off our Expedition to Excellence!
📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕓 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 St. Helena Early Learning Center Gymnasium
During Meet & Greet, families will be able to:
📚 Meet your child's teacher
🎒 Drop off school supplies
🏥 Pick up nurse packets
🚌 Get transportation information
💳 Pay school fees
We can't wait to welcome our learners and families back for another exciting year of learning, growth, and success. See you on July 30!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #MeetAndGreet #BackToSchool #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #OneTeamOneMission
🦒🌿 Welcome Back, Instructional Support Team! 💙💛
Please join us in welcoming our dedicated 2026–2027 Instructional Support Team! Their leadership, expertise, and commitment help ensure every learner and every teacher has the support needed to succeed.
Together, they play a vital role in strengthening instruction and helping us continue our Expedition to Excellence!
Welcome back:
🦒 Juandalynn Brumfield – Intervention Teacher
🦒 Theresa Griffin – Intervention Teacher
🦒 Denise Holland – PLC Facilitator
Thank you for the impact you make each day. Here's to another year of collaboration, growth, and excellence!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #InstructionalSupport #OneTeamOneMission
Please join us in welcoming our dedicated 2026–2027 Instructional Support Team! Their leadership, expertise, and commitment help ensure every learner and every teacher has the support needed to succeed.
Together, they play a vital role in strengthening instruction and helping us continue our Expedition to Excellence!
Welcome back:
🦒 Juandalynn Brumfield – Intervention Teacher
🦒 Theresa Griffin – Intervention Teacher
🦒 Denise Holland – PLC Facilitator
Thank you for the impact you make each day. Here's to another year of collaboration, growth, and excellence!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #InstructionalSupport #OneTeamOneMission
🦒🌿 Welcome Back, Exceptional Services Team! 💙💛
Please join us in welcoming our outstanding 2026–2027 Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Team! Their dedication, compassion, and commitment ensure every learner receives the support they need to thrive and reach their full potential.
We're grateful for the impact they make every day as we continue our Expedition to Excellence!
Welcome back:
🦒 Ashley Davis – ESS Teacher
🦒 Andra Chaney – ESS Teacher
🦒 Kranti Chadalpaka – ESS Teacher
🦒 Sherneetra Knighten – ESS Teacher
🦒 LaCarla Morris – ESS Assistant
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our learners and families. Here's to another amazing year!
#HawkPride #ExpeditionToExcellence #StHelenaWinning #RethinkStHelena #WelcomeBack #OneTeamOneMission
