Pub Note

Ready for fall!

by Desiree Forsyth

Despite the temperature and humidity, fall is almost here and for most of us that means back-to-school, football, and Halloween – all of which we touch on in this issue.

The first day of school is always a mixture of nervousness and excitement for both us and our children. We want them to have a great day, to like their teachers, to make new friends in class. We want them to eat their lunch and not complain (too much anyway) about homework. But more than anything, we want to see them grow and succeed.

That’s why our schools, teachers, and administration are so important to us. We are fortunate to have wonderful public schools on the Northshore that offer everything most kids need to thrive. We also have many amazing private and parochial schools for parents who choose that option. My own daughter attends Northshore Preparatory Academy, a small hybrid private school in Mandeville that is the perfect fit for our family – something we are incredibly grateful for!

Some of our children need a school setting that is more specifically tailored to their needs. Check out our story on page 70 about the new Louisiana Key Academy Northshore in Covington. They are dedicated to unlocking the potential of children with dyslexia and is the first of its kind here in our area.

Also check out our Inside Peek section for some adorable smiling faces and first-day-of-school signs as our Northshore kids head back to class. Finally, don’t forget to head to the polls on November 8th. Six of St. Tammany’s fifteen school board members are not seeking reelection, so it’s important to get out and vote for your preferred candidate. Plus, you’ll receive the brand new Louisiana “I voted” sticker created by one of our 2021 cover artists, Becky Fos!