District News & News Archive

St. Mary Parish Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Ms. Kristina Estay as the new Assistant Superintendent of Operations. This vacancy was created by the appointment of the outgoing assistant superintendent, Dr. Rachael Sanders, who was recently named Superintendent.

Ms. Estay currently holds the position of Director of Human Resources where she served for four years.

St. Mary Parish Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. J Ina as the new Supervisor of Child Welfare & Attendance. This vacancy was created by the upcoming retirement of the current supervisor, Mr. Kenneth Holmes.

Mr. Ina currently holds the position of Principal of Franklin Junior High School where he has served for eleven years.

St. Mary Parish Public Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Mrs. Kiante Gunner as the new Director of Human Resources. This vacancy was created by the appointment of the outgoing director, Ms. Kristina Estay, who was recently appointed as assistant superintendent.

Mrs. Gunner currently holds the position of Principal of Bayou Vista Elementary where she served for seven years.

Ivy Taylor, 8th grader at Berwick Jr. High School is the Artist of the Month for June.

For more details, check out our monthly Talented Program Artist spotlight.

It’s a busy time of year for diploma and transcript requests, and following the correct process helps ensure your documents are prepared and delivered as quickly as possible.

Please take a moment to review the steps outlined on our Diploma and Transcript Requests page to avoid delays. 

Looking for free, healthy meals for kids this summer? The USDA’s Summer Meals Site Finder makes it easy to locate nearby meal sites offering no-cost breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for children and teens. Simply enter your location to find convenient options in your community. 

This is a great opportunity to obtain a Commercial Driver's License and join the SMP team as a bus driver. 

Please register by May 26, 2026, by calling or emailing Ms. Burke (337) 836-9661. 

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Brittany's Project Shoe Donation Fundraiser

👟 Donate gently worn shoes.
👟 Deadline August 31, 2026
👟 Drop-off Location - 313 Northwest Blvd, Franklin
👟 Questions? Call 337-380-8243

Brittany's Project Summer Camp

🔷 June 22-26, 2026 - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
🔷 Open to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability.
🔷 Registration Deadline - June 10, 2026
🔷 To register, contact: Sandra at 337-380-8243
🔷 $50
🔷 Breakfast and lunch served. 

"Glowing Through It" hosted by It Takes a Village SMP

📍Bayou Vista Civic Center
📅June 13, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
‼️Ages 8+ (parent/guardian required for entry)