EBR Schools Redefine Truancy as ‘Nontraditional Attendance’ to Boost Graduation Rates
Baton Rouge schools have found a new fix for chronic absences: just rename them. Truancy will now be known as “nontraditional attendance,” a phrase officials say reflects “creative learning pathways.”
Orgeron Plans to Send Ex-Wife to Several SEC Universities to Negotiate Coaching Return
Former LSU coach Ed Orgeron has turned his job search into a joint venture with his ex-wife, who recently won $8 million from his buyout. She’s now negotiating directly with Mississippi State, demanding signing bonuses and custody of season tickets.
Saints Cheerleaders Execute More Successful Formations Than Offensive Line
Saints fans who booed the addition of more men to the cheer squad may want to rethink. At least those guys can hold a formation, unlike the offensive line, which looked like it was practicing modern dance instead of football during two miserable preseason games.