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Ponchatoula Jr. High School

OUR MISSION

At Ponchatoula Junior High School, our students, parents, school, and community are working together to provide diverse educational opportunities and curricular experiences to ensure a smooth transition to high school and beyond. Together, we make PJHS "A GREAT PLACE TO BE!"

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Tangipahoa Parish School System Moves Closer to Full Unitary Status in Federal Desegregation Case

In a historic step forward, the plaintiffs in the 60-year federal desegregation case involving the Tangipahoa Parish School System have signed a consent agreement with the district in the areas of Faculty and Staff Assignment, Teacher Assignment, and Student Assignment. Following this agreement, attorneys for the school system have filed motions with U.S. District Judge Ivan Lemelle seeking final unitary status in all three of these key areas.

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VLO Enrollment Now Open

Looking for a flexible and convenient way to learn? If you are thinking about homeschooling, but still unsure. Did you know the Tangipahoa Parish School System offers an all-inclusive Tuition Free K-12 Virtual Learning Option, designed to give students the ability to learn at their own pace from the comfort of home.

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TPSS Has An App!

We are excited to announce that TPSS has a new mobile App! 

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Transportation Information

Which bus will my child ride? Find the answer to this and more transportation questions by visiting us online.

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Core Values

Our Core Values help to set the stage for a postive learning environment.

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Resolve a Problem

Let's work together to the make the most of your child's educational experience. Reach out with questions or concerns. 

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School Board Meetings

Get Engaged by attending or viewing a School Board meeting. Let's work together to plan for the successful education of our students.

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School Cash Online

Set up your account and pay most school fees with School Cash Online. 

All cafeteria fees will still be paid through My Schoolbucks. 

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Come Teach for Tangi!

Looking to make a move? Now is a great time to consider it! Tangischools is offering a one-time $15,000 recruitment stipend for New Teachers to TPSS.

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Family Toolkit

Our Family Toolkit is a directory of information which will help you find the information you need quickly!

Family Toolkit

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Tap the App to anonymously share helpful information with Crime Stoppers.

The P3 platform enables the public to share information anonymously with Crime Stoppers programs, law enforcement entities, schools, and large corporations around the world.  If you have crime or safety-related information that may be deemed useful in your community, submit a tip via the P3 web page – or download the P3 Tips App for iPhone or android devices. 

Upcoming Events

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FE - Family Engagement Event Community Health Fair
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Chappapeela Sports Park (19325 Hipark Blvd, Hammond, LA 70403)
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FE - Family Engagement Event Family Matters Meeting
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O.W. Dillon Leadership Academy
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Community Connection Community Bus Tour
795 S. Morrison BLVD, Hammond
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