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Jefferson Parish Schools

  • $2,620,502raised
  • 4,024projects fully funded
  • 10,384donors
  • 85schools served
  • 38%of funding from individuals out of state
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Message from Superintendent Dr. James Gray

Thanks to DonorsChoose, our teachers can share information about their goals from their students and their individual classroom opportunities with donors from across the country. With DonorsChoose, people from all over the world play a special part in making dreams a reality for teachers and students. As a district, we are grateful for partnerships like this one that offer experiences and opportunities for our students and school community.

About Jefferson Parish Schools

Jefferson Parish Schools is a public system of 80 schools. We serve students on both banks of the Mississippi River. JP Schools is the largest district in Louisiana and the nation's 98th largest. With approximately 6,400 employees, JP Schools is one of the largest employers in Jefferson Parish.

A strong public school system benefits the entire community. If you live or work in our parish, the success of our schools matter. Regardless of their beliefs, identity, address, skin color, citizenship, ability, gender, or their family’s income, all students deserve an education to help them succeed in life and make our world a better place.

We provide the education our students deserve to succeed in life and make our world a better place.

Thank you for supporting Jefferson Parish Schools teachers and students!
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