Opelousas Elementary

Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Please remember Bus 577 is not running at all tomorrow, Friday, October 30th. Tiger Packets went home for you to sign and return to school. (Your kid wants that reward, LOL.) Students wear a red school appropriate shirt and regular bottoms in honor of Red Ribbon Week.

🍁 Fall Fest 2026 is almost here! 🍁
Bring the family out for a day of community fun with food, live music, giveaways, health screenings, and food boxes!
📅 Sunday, Nov 15, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Country Ridge Estates (131 Jackie Dr, Opelousas)
🛍️ Vendors: Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
✉️ Questions? Contact Lorenzo.Richard@aetna.com

Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 577- Ms. Lashonda Lastrapes will not run her bus route tomorrow, Thursday , October 29th and Friday, October 30th. Please make the necessary arrangements to get your child to and from school. There is No Sub. She will be running her route on Monday, November 2nd.

The Bus Is Running Late This Morning! Look for Bus 547. Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Students riding Mr. Risman Jenkins- Bus 602 will be riding Bus 547- Mr. Nathan Kimble for the remainder of the week. Mr. Kimble will make his route and then come and get the students riding Bus 602. Please expect a little delay in the normal drop of time.

OES Parents and Guardians: Here is a link to our 2026-2027 Parent and Family Engagement Policy. Parents are encouraged to submit comments on this policy on or before November 1st . We would love to have your input and ideas to help improve our school. https://forms.gle/hmPtDLjihso8qrGD7

Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 577- Ms. Lashonda Lastrapes will not run her bus route tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to get your child to and from school. There is No Sub.

Did you know? Chronic Absenteeism means missing 10% or more of school for any reason, including both excused and unexcused absences.
Every day in the classroom counts toward student success! Let's work together to build strong habits, stay engaged, and keep attendance high this school year!

Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 577- Ms. Lashonda Lastrapes will not run her afternoon bus route this afternoon, Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child from school.

Join us next week as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week. Students will be able to dress out next week. See the attached flyer....

Celebrating National Principal’s Month! 🍎✨
St. Landry Parish School Board honors Angela Thomas, Principal at Opelousas Elementary! Thank you, Principal Thomas, for your tireless work, passion for learning, and continuous leadership in guiding young minds toward success! 💙🌟
📸 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #SLPProud #OpelousasElementary #SLPExcellence #ThankAPrincipal

Celebrating National Principal’s Month! 🍎✨
Today, St. Landry Parish School Board highlights Stephanie Senegal, Principal at Opelousas Elementary! Thank you, Principal Senegal, for your devotion to early education, leadership on campus, and commitment to student achievement every day! 💙📚
📸 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #SLPProud #OpelousasElementary #SLPExcellence #ThankAPrincipal

Students will be allowed to wear a pink shirt tomorrow with uniform bottoms for Breast Cancer Awareness. Only students who have paid for their October Jean Days will be allowed to wear jeans.

Opelousas Elementary Parents and Guardians: Bus 577- Ms. Lashonda Lastrapes will not run her afternoon bus route tomorrow afternoon, Friday, October 16, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child from school.

Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Bus 582- Mrs. Laura Lazard WILL NOT RUN her bus route today, Friday, October 16, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to get your child to and from school today.🚌

Opelousas Parents and Guardians: 1st 9 Weeks Report Cards went home today for 3rd - 6th grade. Please make sure you ask your child and check their book bag. Hoy se enviaron a casa las boletas de calificaciones del primer trimestre para los grados 3.º a 6.º. Por favor, asegúrense de preguntarle a su hijo/a y revisar su mochila.

OES Goes Pink- Friday, October 16, 3026

📚 Attention 3rd Grade Families! 🐅
Join us for 3rd Grade DIBELS Night on Thursday, November 12th from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at Opelousas Elementary School!
Learn valuable tips on boosting reading at home and important information regarding Act 422 promotion requirements. Plus, enjoy refreshments and a chance to win door prizes!

🇪🇸 ¡Atención familias de 3er grado! 🐅
¡Acompáñenos en la Noche de DIBELS de 3er grado el jueves, 12 de noviembre de 5:30 PM a 7:00 PM en la Escuela Primaria Opelousas!
Aprenda consejos útiles para el fomento de la lectura en casa e información sobre los requisitos de ascenso de la Ley 422. ¡Habrá refrigerios disponibles y premios de asistencia!

Opelousas Elementary School Parents and Guardians: Bus 582- Mrs. Laura Lazard WILL NOT RUN her bus route today, Thursday, October 15, 2026. Please make the necessary arrangements to get your child to and from school today.🚌