SULS Participates in Region IV Science Fair
Southern University Laboratory School sent 29 students to the Regional VII Science Fair to compete against students from various high schools. Two students placed in their categories. Kaleb Byrd, 9th grade, placed 3rd in the Behavioral Science category. Cydney Williams, 11th grade, placed in the Microbiology category. All science fair participants not only exemplified their creativity, but also their determination, diligence, and superb work ethics in their researching, planning, and conducting of their project’s plan and experiment. Congratulations to Mrs. Bell and all participants. Go Kittens!
BR Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Initiates SULS Students in Pre-College Program
Baton Rouge Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has initiated a Pre-College in partnership with Southern University Laboratory School. Targeting students from 10th -12th grade, they will be targeting young students across the Baton Rouge area assisting them with college readiness skills; thus, preparing them for college readiness. (Click Here For More)
IBM Facilitates STEM Conversation with SULS Students
On Thursday, February 9, 2023, International Business Machines (IBM) visited Southern University Laboratory School to engage students about STEM areas highlighting technology and how integral it is in their everyday lives. IBM staff members introduced themselves, highlighting their educational background (schools & majors) along with the projects they have worked on. The SULS students then followed suit introducing themselves and their future aspirations. (Click here for more)
February Spotlights
During the month of February, we would like to shine a light on our exceptional faculty, staff and administration for all that they do for SULS. If you have a recent experience that you would like us to spotlight, please complete the form. You do not have to share your name. Click the Link for the Form
SULS Girl Scouts: Cookies
Our girls have a goal to sell 3,400 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies in total as a troop. Every box counts. The proceeds from cookie sales go back into our school's troop as well as the local Girl Scouts community. Cookie sales help aide in supporting our girls to participate in many amazing Girl Scout opportunities throughout the year. Thank you for supporting us and helping our troop to stand out from the rest.
Modeling Call
SAVVI Magazine is looking for students (Ages 4-19) who are interested in modeling. If you are interested SAVVI Kids magazine will be coming to Louisiana with designers from across the country. Casting is Saturday, February 4, 2023 (the show will be in the spring). You can sign up by clicking the link).
Southern University Parking Information
The Southern University Office of Traffic and Parking is a division of the Southern University-BR Police Department. This office is responsible for controlling the movement of vehicular traffic and enforcing parking regulations on the campus. The Traffic & Parking Regulations require all students, faculty and staff parking on campus to register their vehicle, purchase a parking permit and park in their designated parking area during the zone parking hours of 7:00AM – 5:00PM Monday-Friday.
Midterm Exam Schedule & Winter Break Information
Next week, December 12 - 16, 2022, school will be in session with Wednesday, Thursday and Friday December 14-16, being half days. Students will be dismissed at noon on those days, and there will be no extended day so please plan accordingly. Click the post to see more information.
SULS Participates in the 2022 YMCA Youth & Government Conference
Southern University Laboratory School sent 19 students ranging from grades 7th-11th to the 61st YMCA Youth & Government Conference held in Baton Rouge, LA. Organized by State Director Jeremy Miller and Isha Matta, the conference was December 1-3, 2022.
SULS Virtual School Earns "C" Rating
We are happy to announce that Southern University Laboratory Virtual School scored a 66.2 C for the 2021-2022 school year! This program has shown tremendous growth even during a global pandemic. The school began with a 40.2 F in 2018-2019. While most schools struggled post COVID SULVS continued to improve academically as a result of uninterrupted learning due to the virtual environment. Congratulations!!!
STEM NOLA 12.10.22
STEM NOLA is providing a FREE opportunity for family fun & STEM Learning as we expose and inspire future Innovators, Creators, Makers and Entrepreneurs in New Orleans and surrounding areas! Attendees will learn about opportunities in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) as they engage with more than 60+ STEM activities and demonstrations. All required materials will be provided when students arrive. The IN-PERSON STEM FEST will be held Dec. 10 from 9:00am - 12:00pm in New Orleans, LA 70127 at Joe W. Brown Park - 5601 Read Blvd.
Early Dismissal
Friday, November 18, 2022, is a half day. School will be dismissed at 11:30 AM. There will be no extended day, so please plan accordingly. If you have any questions, please contact the front office. Have a great evening.
Real Talk: A Candid Conversation about Dating Abuse
The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) Youth Committee will host a virtual panel discussion entitled “Real Talk: A Candid Conversation about Dating Abuse.” The panelist will consist of students and law enforcement as they discuss some of the most pressing issues relating to dating abuse among young people. The moderator will be Mrs. Twahna P. Harris, founder and executive director of the The Butterfly Society. The panel will begin at 6:00 pm and conclude at 7:30 pm.
Student of the Year Application - 5th, 8th and 12th Grade
We are now in the process of selecting our Student of the Year for 5th, 8th and 12th grade. Any student who is interested in applying, please see the attached application. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Sherrard. All applications and portfolios are due by January 3, 2022. Click here for the link.
Kitten Store Audit Fall 2022
Greetings Lab Families... We are auditing our kitten store orders to closeout our Fall 2022 semester orders. If you have items pending, please complete the form below by November 14, 2022. We will verify this information and contact you with next steps. Contact us at sulabinformation@gmail.com
2023 MAYOR'S YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL
Looking for an opportunity to amplify the voice of youth in East Baton Rouge Parish? Applications for the 2023 Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council (MYAC) are live! Applications are open to all 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who attend a public, private, or charter school in East Baton Rouge Parish. Click the post for more information
Business Directory
The SULS PTO is developing a SULS Family and Friends digital business directory. We want to patronize our Lab families! You can share your business information for $5 per business.
Youth & Government
We are in the process of preparing for the annual Youth & Government session for the 2022 school year. This year's meeting will take place December 1-3 at the Holiday Inn South on Airline Hwy. High schools from across the state will come together honing in on their legislative skills.
It is important that students check Google Classroom as information will be posted related to the conference. Listed below are key dates for the Southern University Laboratory School Youth & Government Club.
SULS Homecoming Dance
The Southern University Laboratory School Centennial Homecoming Dance will be held Saturday, October 8, 2022, from 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM at the Joel Hawkins Gymnasium. The tickets are $10 and may be purchased online at https://sulabschool.com/new-products/suls-centennial-homecoming-dance.
Girl Scouts at SULS
SULS is proud to offer an exclusive Lab School Girl Scout Troop this year! Girls grades 2nd through 6th are welcome to sign up and participate in a Girl Scout year full of fun and creating awesome memories. An informational meeting will be held Tuesday, September 13th at 3:30pm. Google Form - https://forms.gle/uMqANLKvtETDznqb6