Message from the Director
Hello,
We are approaching the second nine weeks of school. Students should be well adjusted to their teachers and classes. It is important that students have a clear routine for completing homework assignments and projects after school.
If your child does not have any homework then they can complete and or work on their Zearn Accounts and/or IXL. Students should also be reading daily. Students who are comprehending and reading the exams stand a better chance of passing the exams.
The SULS family is excited to welcome the following individuals to our school
Stampley, Jason (Journey to Careers). Mr. Stampley is a former graduate of Southern University Laboratory School. He has experience coming from East Baton Rouge Parish Schools and Capitol High School. His email address is Jason_Stampley@sulabschool.com
Parks, Camrin (Middle School Math) Ms. Parks is an honor graduate from Southern University Baton Rouge and has worked at Thrive Academy. Her email address is Camrin_Parks@sulabschool.com
Raoof, Safiyy (Director of Bands). Mr. Raoof is familiar with the Kitten family, he is returning back to SULS after serving as our Band Director in the past. He has worked in various roles at other high schools. He also works with the “Human JukeBox" at Southern University. His email address is Safiyy_Raoof@sulabschool.com
Next, we are in the process of finalizing the recruitment and hiring process of two counselors for our students. This will provide us with the opportunity to provide robust academic and behavioral services to our students.
Thank you for your patience as we continue to renovate and provide upgrades to our school. Currently, the SULS parking lot is being upgraded. We are looking at potentially a two-week time period to repair. Our families have made the adjustment well during morning and afternoon carpool. Please continue to be patient as well as have your child ready to exit the vehicle as they prepare to get out of the car. I know they want to take one more bite of that biscuit before getting out (lol), but it slows the line down when they are not ready to exit with their belongings.
Finally, listed below are details regarding the seat deposits for the 2023-2024 school year. As a result of the positive experiences our children have been afforded, the demand for seats at Southern University Laboratory School has intensified; therefore, in order to continue to grow and plan for the future we must start the process of locking in our returning students for the next school year. We understand that parents have school choice whether its, 's local public schools, magnet programs, gifted & talented programs, private schools, parochial schools, charter schools, or homeschooling, parents have choice as it relates to how their child can be educated. It is not fiscally responsible to wait until July or August to start planning for the upcoming school year. This also includes accepting applications to ensure that our numbers are optimal (large enough to operate efficiently and small enough to meet the academic needs of our students).
As we progress throughout this school year, we start the process of planning for the next. This increases our ability to recruit and retain quality staff members, leverage additional resources, and maximize facility planning. Listed below is information relative to tuition payments for the second semester (Spring 24) as well as seat deposits for the 2024-2025 school year.
It is imperative that our current parents, and employees (SULS & SUBR) adhere to the admission guidelines set forth by the school. SULS and SUBR employees will have the initial opportunity to apply for student seats as they become available.
Application Questions: Contact Mrs. Square at Ashley_Square@sulabschool.com.
Registration (Tuition/Seat Deposit) Questions: Contact Mrs. Allen at Ebony_Allen@sulabschool.com
Tuition Information
I want to extend thanks to all the parents who diligently adhere to our tuition guidelines. Your cooperation has significantly improved the efficiency of our school's operations, allowing us to collect tuition on time more consistently than ever before. Your trust in and support of our revamped tuition collection process is greatly appreciated. Thank you once again for your unwavering commitment to the Lab School’s success! With that being said, billing statements for Spring 2024 will be sent out via QuickBooks on Monday, October 16, 2023.
If your student has any outstanding balances or defaulted deferments, they won't receive their billing statements until those are settled.
Students with Fall 2023 deferments in good standing will receive their Spring 2024 billing statements on 10/16/24.
The deadline to pay Spring 2024 tuition in full or complete a deferment application is 12/14/23.
If you need to apply for the Spring 2024 Deferment, please complete the Inquiry form HERE. Deferment applications will be sent to inquiries via email to be completed on 10/16/23. FYI: The Deferment Inquiry will close on 12/14/23 and deferments will not be accepted after that date.
Please note that if your FALL 2023 deferment is defaulted, your deferment inquiry will not be processed until the balance is paid in total.
Additionally, if you are a Southern University employee, there will be some changes for the Spring 2024 semester, and we'll provide you with more details soon.
For questions regarding tuition, please feel free to email me at ebony_allen@sulabschool.com.
Seat Deposits
We are excited to announce some important changes to our seat deposit process for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year due to the continuous growth of our student body.
As you may be aware, the increase in our student population has made securing seats a more valuable resource than ever before. To address this, we are committed to ensuring that each returning student has a seat accounted for well in advance of the new academic year.
To achieve this goal, we are pleased to inform you that the $100 seat deposits for PreK-12th grade for the 2024-2025 school year will open via EazyTicks on November 1st and will close on January 31st for returning students.
Tuition Exemption for SUS/SULab Employees
Starting in Spring 2024, the Tuition Exemption process for SUS employees and SULab employees will be electronic and will align with the SUS board policy, requiring proof of dependent status through IRS Section 152 Proof of Qualified Dependent documentation for approval of the tuition waiver.
CLICK HERE to read more about the IRS Proof of Qualified Dependent
The Tuition Exemption Waiver form can be accessed HERE. You can also find the link with Quicklinks of the app.
Lunch
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Create a lunch account and pay for lunch online at www.Mymealtime.com
SULS Media Team Works with ESPN
In the world of sports broadcasting, few experiences can rival the thrill of working behind the scenes at a major network like ESPN. For several talented students from Southern University Laboratory School, this dream became a reality as they embarked on an unforgettable internship during the Southern University vs. Florida A&M football game. Mariah Clivens, Dashayla Snerling, Khaleb Smith, Ethan Jupiter, Faith Thornton, Dalton Toussant, and Keyana Jackson were selected to join the ESPN production team, where they played a role in bringing the Black College Game Day and the thrilling football game to screens across the nation. (click here for more information and pictures)
Construction/Carpool Information
We proudly announce that the work to begin the renovations to the Faculty/High School parking lot will begin on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. The process may take up to approximately three weeks to complete. As a result, we will have to adjust our carpool procedures. Click the link below to view more detailed information.
SULS Welcomes Baton Rouge Change Makers
On October 18, 2023, Baton Rouge Change Makers will meet at Southern University Laboratory School. CHANGEMAKERS aims to empower Baton Rouge community leaders from various constituencies with the knowledge and skills to address complex education issues and to work together to ensure equitable access to an excellent school for every student in our community.
The CHANGEMAKERS will tour and learn about the great things at Southern University Laboratory School, to gain awareness and understanding of current and future issues of importance facing education in Baton Rouge. These leaders will be empowered with a deep understanding of the educational challenges and opportunities facing Baton Rouge to share knowledge with others effectively.
Please help us welcome these distinguished individuals to our campus.
PTO Information
Spirit shirts are available in the Kitten Store in limited sizes and they may be ordered online which may take up to two weeks depending on availability.
Please order Pink SL shirts no later than September 22, 2023, to show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness during the month of October.
PTO dues link is $25/per family per year
https://checkout.square.site/merchant/GPYAA8YKWNAHZ/checkout/U64REEXF2SQ6RHBH4KQBDTB5
PTO Updates
Please complete the PTO information form to share your contact information and sign up for upcoming events. https://forms.gle/pN8TNsqFC7xzdvwQ9
We want to keep our snack cart stocked for our faculty, staff, and administration. Feel free to donate snacks to the cart. Snacks include individually wrapped/snack sized- kind bars, granola bars, belvita crackers, cheese crackers, peanut butter crackers, chips, assorted nuts, pretzels, water, mini sodas - coke, coke zero, sprite, and fanta. If you want to donate something not on the list, feel free to reach out to us via email sulabinformation@gmail.com.
Promote your business link - SULS Family Business Directory; donation $5 https://forms.gle/wcG4oMedJxZZJHKN7
Development Information
Playground Plaques
SU Lab state of the art playground and fence with 8 connecting brick columns have been constructed. To finalize the vision the students and teachers need 4 playground benches. SU Lab alumni, fans, friends, and supporters are invited to be part of this project by sponsoring the naming rights of the playground and reserving a commemorative brick column or a bench today. Please visit SU Lab Playground to be a sponsor or contact Ashley Sensley-Square at ashley_square@sulabschool.com.
Application Dates for 2024-2025 School Year
Do you know someone who is interested in attending Southern University Laboratory School?
Open enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year will begin Monday, October 30, 2023, through Sunday, November 12, 2023, for current SU Lab families and SUBR employees. General open enrollment will begin on Monday, November 13, 2023, through Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Please visit sulabschool.com to complete an application. To schedule a campus tour, email Ashley Sensley-Square at ashley_square@sulabschool.com.
Elementary Information
SULS Kittens Engage in EBRP Library Book Mobile
On Friday, October 6, 2023, the Elementary Kittens welcomed the East Baton Rouge Parish Library. This month’s visit started with story time for the Prekindergarten students and afterward, the other grade levels were able to return books previously checked out and check out a new book. SULS has partnered with East Baton Rouge Parish Library to bring the Bookmobile to the campus each month and elementary students can check out books, participate in story time, and learn what other offerings are available at local libraries.
Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat will be held Friday, October 27, 2023, from 1:30 to 3:00. Elementary Kittens look forward to dressing up in costume, playing games, and collecting treats.
SULS Scholastic Book Fair - October 30 - November 3
There’s no book fair like a Scholastic Book Fair!
We are excited that the Scholastic Book Fair will be returning this year. This year’s fair will be larger than last year’s with more books and school supplies thus providing SULS the opportunity to earn a larger profit. Parents will also have the opportunity to set up eWallet for students. eWallet is a digital payment account that allows funding of a child’s purchase in advance. In addition to eWallet for students, teachers will have an eWallet so families can contribute to help build classroom libraries. eWallet links will be shared via Classroom Dojo prior to the start of the book fair.
Upcoming Field Trips
4th and 5th Grades - October 16th Mr. C Live - Volume 1 Air is Everywhere - Shaw Center for Arts
5th Grade - October 25th Ocean Commotion - LSU PMAC
1st Grade - October 18th - Pumpkin Patch - Poche's Patch and Maze - Lafayette, LA
2nd and 3rd Grades - October 20th - Audubon Aquarium - New Orleans, LA
If you have any questions regarding field trips, please contact the teacher via email and/or Class Dojo.
First Circuit Court of Appeal
The Kitten Advocate Club along with the Law Studies students will be visiting the First Circuit Court of Appeal. Members of the Club will meet with Chief Judge John Guidry in his chambers and view an actual oral argument before the Court. This is a great educational experience for the students. They will learn how the Court system works, and those who are participating in the Marshall Moot Court Competition will see how an oral argument is done.
Date TBA
Exxon Refinery
Students in the Dual Enrollment Process Technology class will visit the refinery on October 27, 2023. Students will get a first-hand look at what goes on in the plant along with procedures, policies, and protocols for process technicians in the field. There will be a question and answer session to follow.
LSU Museum of Art Shaw Center for the Arts
The art department will be traveling to LSU’s Museum of Arts. There they will have the opportunity to view different art under different genres in addition to critiquing the styles and finished products of renowned and local artists. The museum presents touring exhibitions of regional, American, and European painting, sculpture, decorative arts, works on paper, and photography.
Field trip form for Shaw Center
Attach the payment link and deadline for the LSU Payment Link) Deadline is 10/10/2023 @ 3:45 pm
Middle/High School Information
PSAT
Southern University Laboratory School will be administering the PSAT on October 17, 2023. The PSAT test is a preliminary test for the SAT also used to award National Merit Scholarships. The test is typically offered to 9th and 10th graders. The test usually takes 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete and has a total of 139 questions. The PSAT has four sections covering reading, writing, and math. The first two sections (Reading and Writing and Language) test reading comprehension and writing, language, and grammar. The second two sections (Math — No Calculator and Math — Calculator) cover math. Only those students who signed up and paid for the test online will be allowed to take the test. The deadline is October 11, 2023.
The PSAT is scored on a scale of 320-1520. Students start with a raw score for each section (Math, Reading, Writing, and Language). Your raw score is simply the number of questions you get right, with no penalty for incorrect answers.
Students wanting a high score should begin preparing for the PSAT well in advance. The best tools for preparing for the PSAT are official PSAT practice tests. These PSAT practice tests are written by the same team that writes the actual PSAT. You can also prepare using SAT prep books. Because the SAT has similar content and structure to the PSAT, SAT prep books will be useful in helping you get ready for the PSAT.
If you would like more information about the PSAT and the benefits of taking it, please visit https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt.
Youth and Government
Students who are participating in Youth and Government must complete the following:
Sign in to Google Classroom (https://classroom.google.com/c/MjczMDc2ODQ1NjBa?cjc=5j3x73n)
Pay your YMCA / SULS Club Fee $40
Herff Jones
Herff Jones will be here for students to order Senior supplies and/or junior ring orders this month. All seniors and juniors should pick up senior packets and/or junior ring packets in Mrs. Sherrard’s office prior to the date. All information and order forms are in the packet. If you have any questions please email Mr. Don and his staff at gradsupply@aol.com.
October 10, 2023 - Senior Supply Orders
October 24, 2023 - Junior Ring Orders
Yearbook Design Contest
We are inviting all students at SULS to enter their original artwork into our Yearbook Cover Design Contest. Design a cover that shows "Family Over Everything". First place will have their artwork showcased on the front cover of the yearbook. Second place will have their artwork showcased on the back cover of the yearbook.
Rules for Submission:
Yearbook Theme: “Family over Everything”.
Art must be on 8.5*11 plain white paper.
The orientation of the paper must be vertical.
The student’s full name, grade level, and homeroom teacher should be written on the back in light pencil.
Submissions should be turned in to Ms.June no later than Friday, October 27th, 2023.
Tips:
Use as much white space as possible.
No lead pencil as it may smear. Use colored pencils, markers, and pens.
Protect your work by keeping it in a folder or envelope.
For questions, contact Ms.June Rm 126
Yearbook Contest Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/LgaXfDAwLgQ?si=bz4SqOrdaAkn5rVr
Drug Awareness Month
October is National Substance Use Prevention Month. This is a time for communities to come together as partners in prevention. This month is also a time to acknowledge those in recovery, as well as children, parents, family, and friends supporting them. Ms. June, our art teacher, and the Teen Spirit Leaders have many great planned activities. Additional information is forthcoming.
We will also observe October 23 - 31 as Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of living a drug-free life.
Athletic Dates
Football
Thrive Academy vs. Southern Lab (FB): Thursday, October 12, 2023 (Click Here for Tickets)
This is our Breast Cancer Awareness Game. Wear pink.
Slaughter Charter vs. Southern Lab (FB): Thursday, September 21, 2023 (Click Here for Tickets)
This will be our Blackout Game.
Volleyball
Catholic PC vs. SULS (VB): October 4, 2023, 5:00 pm (Click Here for Tickets)
Central Private vs. SULS (VB): October 9, 2023, 5:00 pm (Click Here for Tickets)
False River vs. SULS (VB): October 23, 2023, 5:00 pm (Click here for tickets)
Belaire vs. SULS (VB): October 26, 2023, 5:00 pm SENIOR NIGHT (Click here for tickets)
SENIOR NIGHT FORM: This form is to be completed by senior football, cheer, band, and dance members by Thursday October 26th, 2023. (Click here for link)
