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List of 8 news stories.

LSMSA Executive Director and CEO Dr. Steve Horton Inducted Into NSU’s Alumni Hall of Distinction, the Long Purple Line
11/19/2024

Horton was one of six individuals inducted on Friday, Oct. 25 during a luncheon hosted by the NSU Alumni Association.
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LSMSA Selects Peter Yu ('25), of Choudrant, as 2024-2025 Student of the Year
11/5/2024

Yu's selection at the school level makes him a candidate for regional and statewide honors overseen by the Louisiana Department of Education and the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.

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LSMSA to Host Public Ceremony Honoring Veterans on Thursday, Nov. 7 in Treen Auditorium
10/30/2024

Student-organized program will include a salute to Natchitoches resident and United States Air Force veteran, Dr. Jerry Glynn Ferguson, as well as music, an essay reading, and more.

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Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts Tops National, State Rankings in 2025 Niche.com Schools Report
10/24/2024

LSMSA ranks among the top public high schools in the U.S. and Louisiana according to a new report issued in September 2024.
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Four LSMSA Students Earn “Commended” Status from 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program
10/22/2024

The prestigious annual academic competition has recognized LSMSA's Ian Leger, Wesley Maidoh, Keegan Mason, and Kyler Toms.
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Dr. Charles Jones Receives 2024 Distinguished Service Award from Louisiana Music Teachers Association
10/16/2024

The semi-annual honor was conferred during the LMTA State Conference at Centenary College of Louisiana on Thursday, Oct. 10.
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NSU and LSMSA to Host Math 4 Fun Event Celebrating 50th Birthday of Rubik's Cube on Nov. 9
10/7/2024

All regional math teachers are invited to participate. This event is sponsored by the American Institute of Mathematics as well as NSU's Stan Chadick Mathematics Enhancement Fund.
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LSMSA's Sharon Turcan Gahagan Gallery to Host "Recollection" Through Oct. 28
10/1/2024

The exhibit, which was curated by LSMSA alum Rachel Schnadelbach ('19), showcases recent works from four Southeast Louisiana women artists.

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Upcoming Events

List of 5 events.

Dec

17

Winter Break '24-'25
12/17/2024 5:00 PM to 1/5/2025 3:00 PM
LSMSA dismisses for Winter Break on Dec. 17, 2024. Students return to campus on Jan. 5. The LLC reopens at 3 p.m. on Jan. 5, 2025.
Jan

6

Special Projects Week 2025
1/6/2025 to 1/10/2025
Students will share their Special Projects Week assignments, Jan. 6-10, 2025.
Jan

17

Required Weekend
1/17/2025 to 1/19/2025
A long-standing part of the academic requirements of LSMSA, required weekends bring students together on 3-4 weekends a year for additional academic experiences or school-sponsored events aimed at enhancing the living/learning environment.
Jan

20

Exploration Day at LSMSA
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The first LSMSA Exploration Day of the Spring '25 semester will be held on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. Exploration Days are an excellent opportunity to get a first-hand look at what LSMSA is all about. During these "open house"-style events, prospective students sit in on classes while their parents hear from the administration. There is no charge to attend an Exploration Day, but registration is required. Register here.

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Jan

25

Campus Tour for Prospective Students
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
LSMSA will host a campus tour on Saturday, Jan. 25 at 1 p.m. While campus tours do not give prospective students an opportunity to attend classes (attend an Exploration Day for that experience), campus tour guests can explore campus and learn more about LSMSA while visiting Natchitoches. Advance registration is required. Register here.

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Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) is the preeminent state-supported residential high school with competitive admissions for Louisiana's high-achieving, highly-motivated sophomores, juniors, and seniors. As a public school, there is no tuition to attend, and assistance from the LSMSA Foundation ensures the program is available to all qualifying students regardless of family financial need.