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# Community Academies of New Orleans

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## Posts

- [Back-To-School Resources](https://communityacademies.org/backtoschool/) - Complete the CANO TRANSPORTATION REQUEST to request bus transportation. View your student’s SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST before the first day of school.
- [Dual Language Open House!](https://communityacademies.org/dual-language-open-house/) - CLICK HERE FOR OPEN HOUSE REGISTRATION We have many opportunities for you to get to know Esperanza's Dual Language Program, and a tour is a great place to start! Spend some time with our Principal, learn about the benefits of Dual Language Immersion, and walk through our classrooms to get a glimpse of what life
- [CANO'S HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE](https://communityacademies.org/canos-holiday-toy-drive/) - COMMUNITY ACADEMIES HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE We know that this year has brought financial challenges for many families in our community. During times like these, small acts of generosity can mean even more. Our Holiday Drive, now in its 6th year, helps ease some of the pressure families feel during the season by ensuring that
- [2025 CANO CAN DRIVE!](https://communityacademies.org/3519-2/) - CANO CAN DRIVE! Together we care, together we can! From November 3-21st, we’re hosting a CANO Can Drive to stock our family food pantry. Please consider sending canned proteins, beans, vegetables, fruits, soups/stews, rice/pasta or sauces (no expired/dented cans, please). Drop-off bins are located at the front office and each of our homerooms. Our goal is
- [ABCs of Financial Literacy: Freeman Students Join Esperanza Academy](https://communityacademies.org/abcs-of-financial-literacy-freeman-students-join-esperanza-academy/) - Students from Tulane University's Freeman School of Business visited Esperanza Academy to teach the ABCs of financial literacy. Through their interactive lessons, they introduced topics like budgeting, saving, and credit, helping our Eagles build a strong foundation for managing money in the future. To read more about their visit check out the article HERE. This
- [Playbill Art Contest Winner](https://communityacademies.org/playbill-art-contest-winner/) - Foundation Preparatory Academy’s amazing 8th grader created the winning art design for the 18 Steps: The Journey to Justice in Education playbill art contest! Her artwork was featured on the cover of the playbill, and her entire class was invited to attend the impactful play. She also had the extraordinary honor of meeting Dr. Leona
- [2 Years Top Growth Performance!](https://communityacademies.org/2-years-top-growth-performance/) - Foundation Preparatory Academy grew 11.1 SPS points, making it a New Orleans Top Growth School for the second year in a row! These accomplishments reflect the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, staff, and families, all working together to ensure every child reaches their full potential.
- [JAN 30, 2024 - ESP Coffee & Cafecito](https://communityacademies.org/jan-30-2024-esp-coffee-cafecito/) - Join us for the Esperanza Academy Coffee & Cafecito Parent Chat! This is a great opportunity to: Learn more about Esperanza Academy and what makes our Dual Language school so special. Connect with staff, teachers, and other parents in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy coffee, refreshments, and meaningful conversations about education and student success.
- [JAN 17, 2024 - FPA Open House/Coffee & Cafecito Parent Chat](https://communityacademies.org/1-17-25-fpa-open-house-coffee-cafecitos-parent-chat/) - Join us for Foundation Preparatory Academy’s Open House and Coffee & Cafecitos Parent Chat! This is a great opportunity to: Learn more about Foundation Preparatory Academy and what makes our school community special. Connect with staff, teachers, and other parents in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy coffee, refreshments, and meaningful conversations about education and
- [Give Nola Day](https://communityacademies.org/give-nola-day/) - Hello Community! As we gear up for one of New Orleans’ most impactful days, we’re thrilled to announce that early giving is now open! From today until May 7th, you can schedule your donation in advance, ensuring your support for our cause. We understand that not everyone can participate during the 24 hours of giving, so we’re grateful

## Pages

- [Home](https://communityacademies.org/) - Community Academies is a nonprofit organization created in 2020 to bring together Esperanza Academy and Foundation Preparatory Academy with the ultimate goal of strengthening both schools, while also maintaining their unique cultures and communities.
- [Our Team & Board](https://communityacademies.org/our-team/) - Myrialis King CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Myrialis King leads the development of Community Academies and serves as its Chief Executive Officer. Myrialis King is the Founder of Foundation Preparatory Academy, a literacy-focused elementary school in New Orleans. Originally from Puerto Rico and a native Spanish speaker, King began her career educating students in the inner-city of
- [Board member](https://communityacademies.org/board-member/) - BOARD CHAIR
- [Enroll](https://communityacademies.org/enroll/) - HOW TO ENROLL Community Academies of New Orleans Schools enrollments are managed by the citywide OneApp. Our schools are tuition-free and are open to all residents in New Orleans, LA. If you’re interested in enrolling your student, in person, please visit a Family Resource Center to check on the availability at our schools. Or you may apply online
- [50/50 Dual Language Program](https://communityacademies.org/dual-language-program/) - Dual Language Immersion Program This Pre-K-2nd Grade program is New Orleans’ first and only 50/50 dual-language immersion programs. In a 50/50 dual language immersion program, students spend half of their time learning in English and half of their time learning in Spanish. REGISTRATION INFORMATION: If you are interested in enrolling your child in our Dual
- [Foundation Preparatory School Calendar](https://communityacademies.org/foundation-preparatory-school-calendar/) - Esperanza Middle Events Calendar IMPORTANT DATES
- [Esperanza Academy School Calendar](https://communityacademies.org/esperanza-school-calendar/) - Esperanza Foundational Events Calendar IMPORTANT DATES
- [Family Resources](https://communityacademies.org/family-resources/) - This page will be regularly updated with current resources to continue to spread it to our families and communities. Student Wellbeing Seclusion and Restraint Bullying and Cyberbullying Report Form Internet/Computer & Cellphone Safety Parent Grievance Policy Title IX Policy Parental Access to Instructional Materials + Parents Bill of Rights Wellness Policy Wellness Assessment Attendance Policy
- [JOSHUA COX](https://communityacademies.org/joshuacox/) - Joshua Cox BOARD MEMBER Joshua Cox graduated from Yale University, where he was a standout on the varsity baseball team and received the William Neely Mallory Award. After teaching middle school English in New Orleans, he attended the University of Pennsylvania Law School and the Fels Institute of Government. Returning to New Orleans in 2014,
- [Brent Godfrey](https://communityacademies.org/brent-godfrey/) - Brent Godfrey BOARD MEMBER Brent Godfrey is a Westerfield Fellow at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where he teaches first-year students and developed innovative courses including “Law, Spirituality, and Social Change” and “Lawyering for the Solidarity Economy.” A Yale Law School graduate, Brent brings diverse experience in education, leadership development, and social entrepreneurship
- [Request for Proposals](https://communityacademies.org/rfp/) - ESPERANZA Janitorial RFP Submission deadline: April 10, 2026 RFP Coming SoonRFP Coming Soon
- [REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS](https://communityacademies.org/rfp-1/) - 2025-2026 Special Student Transportation: VAN/BUS Services Proposal Submittal Deadline: Friday June 6, 2025, 12:30 pm to: Antoine Martin Director of Transportation Community Academies of New Orleans Clearly marked “CANO-RFP-SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION” Emailed to: antoine.martin@communityacademies.org Questions Due: May 20, 2025, at 4:00PM Document Link for RFP: LINK Community Academies of New Orleans (CANO) invites Request for Proposals
- [Esperanza Foundational Academy](https://communityacademies.org/esperanza-academy/) - Quick LinksEnroll 50/50 Dual Language Program School Supplies School Calendar School Menus Student Handbook Join Our Team CANO Wellness Policy CANO WellSAT 3.0 CONTACTPre-K - 4th Grade 3121 St Bernard Ave New Orleans, LA 70119 EMAIL P: (504) 434-0521 Find us on:Facebook page opens in new windowX page opens in new windowLinkedin page opens in
- [Contact](https://communityacademies.org/contact/) - Esperanza Foundational Academy 504-434-0521 (Elementary) EMAIL PK-4th Grade 3121 St Bernard Ave. New Orleans, LA 70119 Esperanza Middle Academy 504-934-4683 (Middle) EMAIL 5th-8th Grade 9330 Forshey Street, New Orleans, LA 70118 Contact Form If you’d prefer to submit an inquiry to Community Academies, please use the below form to contact us! Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) PhoneQuestions/Comments(Required)Have
- [Alysson Mills](https://communityacademies.org/alysson-mills/) - Ashleigh Netter BOARD MEMBER Dr. Ashleigh Netter is a healthcare executive and social impact consultant with over 15 years of experience in pharmacy operations, health equity, and strategic leadership. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Xavier University of Louisiana and has since led impactful initiatives to reduce health disparities and expand access to care
- [Esperanza Middle Academy](https://communityacademies.org/esperanza-middle-academy/) - Quick LinksEnroll School Calendar School Supplies School Menus Student Handbook Join Our team CANO Wellness Policy CANO WellSAT 3.0 Contact5th - 8th Grade 9330 Forshey St New Orleans, LA 70118 EMAIL P:504-934-4683Find us on:Facebook page opens in new windowX page opens in new windowLinkedin page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new window At
- [Esperanza Main](https://communityacademies.org/esperanza-main/) - Serving students from Pre-K through 8th grade across two campuses. Please select your future school below to visit the full website and learn more. Esperanza Foundational Academy PROUD BILINGUAL SCHOOL! Pre-K through 4th Grade 3121 St. Bernard Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119 CALL US TODAY – 504-434-0521 Esperanza Foundational Academy Esperanza Middle Academy 5th
- [Foundation Preparatory Academy Enrollment](https://communityacademies.org/foundation-preparatory-academy-enrollment/) - HOW TO ENROLL All of our Community Academies of New Orleans Schools enrollments are managed by the citywide OneApp. Our schools are tuition-free and are open to all residents in New Orleans, LA. If you’re interested in enrolling your student, in person, please visit a Family Resource Center to check on the availability at our schools. Or you
- [About](https://communityacademies.org/about/) - Community Academies’ mission is to cultivate schools that nurture students’ character and critical thinking ability in responsive learning environments.
- [Scott Champagne](https://communityacademies.org/scott-champagne/) - Scott Champagne BOARD TREASURER Scott has over 22 years of client service experience at EY, primarily serving assurance clients within the energy, construction, and media and entertainment sectors. Scott brings a broad technical skillset developed through serving clients of all sizes, both publicly traded and privately held, as well as through his experiences within the
- [Ashleigh Netter](https://communityacademies.org/ashleigh-netter/) - Ashleigh Netter BOARD MEMBER Dr. Ashleigh Netter is a healthcare executive and social impact consultant with over 15 years of experience in pharmacy operations, health equity, and strategic leadership. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy from Xavier University of Louisiana and has since led impactful initiatives to reduce health disparities and expand access to care
- [Joshua Cox](https://communityacademies.org/joshua-cox/) - JOSHUA COX BOARD MEMBER Joshua Cox graduated from Yale University, where he was a standout on the varsity baseball team and received the William Neely Mallory Award. After teaching middle school English in New Orleans, he attended the University of Pennsylvania Law School and the Fels Institute of Government. Returning to New Orleans in 2014,
- [Nicole Jolly](https://communityacademies.org/nicole-jolly/) - Nicole Jolly BOARD CHAIR Nicole Jolly serves as Managing Director of Equivolve, a social research and strategy firm. She has experience managing cross-sector collaboratives, developing organizational strategy, designing responsive programs, and operationalizing data for advocacy. With a Masters in Sociology from the University of New Orleans, she is trained in a range of research methodologies
- [Announcement](https://communityacademies.org/announcement/) - Back-To-School Resources Announcements, Uncategorized Complete the CANO TRANSPORTATION REQUEST to request bus transportation. View your student’s SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST before the… Read more ABCs of Financial Literacy: Freeman Students Join Esperanza Academy Announcements, Uncategorized Students from Tulane University’s Freeman School of Business visited Esperanza Academy to teach the ABCs… Read more Playbill Art Contest Winner Announcements Foundation
- [Esperanza Academy Enrollment](https://communityacademies.org/esperanza-charter-academy-enrollment/) - HOW TO ENROLL All of our Community Academies of New Orleans Schools enrollments are managed by the citywide OneApp. Our schools are tuition-free and are open to all residents in New Orleans, LA. If you’re interested in enrolling your student, in person, please visit a Family Resource Center to check on the availability at our schools. Or you
- [TBD](https://communityacademies.org/hans-jonassen/) - PATRICIA CHRISTOVICH BOARD SECRETARY Patricia graduated from the University of Florida with both a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Business Administration. She holds a Certificate in Global Management with a concentration in International Business from the UF/WHU Otto Beisheim Graduate School of Administration. She also completed the University
- [Adrienne Celestine](https://communityacademies.org/adrienne-celestine/) - Community Academies’ mission is to cultivate schools that nurture students’ character and critical thinking ability in responsive learning environments, thereby equipping them to be impactful community leaders.
- [Margo Phelps](https://communityacademies.org/margo-phelps/) - Margo Phelps BOARD MEMBER “Margo” is a lifelong New Orleanian. She graduated from Newcomb College in 1976. Margo has been active in the community ever since. She served as an elder at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church and chaired the session nominating committee. Margo chaired the major gifts campaign for the Early Learning Village of
- [School Menus](https://communityacademies.org/school-menus/) - Click Here for the Food Menu
- [Virtual Tour](https://communityacademies.org/virtual-tour/)
- [Transportation](https://communityacademies.org/transportation/) - SCHOOL BASED CONTACT FOR TRANSPORTATION CONCERNS All transportation concerns should be emailed to: Antoine Martin or call 504-708-6140
- [Events](https://communityacademies.org/events/) - Dual Language Open House! Events CLICK HERE FOR OPEN HOUSE REGISTRATION We have many opportunities for you to get to… Read more CANO’S HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Events COMMUNITY ACADEMIES HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE We know that this year has brought financial challenges… Read more 2025 CANO CAN DRIVE! Events CANO CAN DRIVE! Together we care,
- [Lafayette Academy](https://communityacademies.org/lafayette-academy/) - Quick LinksEnroll School Supplies School Calendar School Menus Student Handbook Join Our Team CONTACT2727 S. Carrollton Ave. New Orleans, LA 70118 EMAIL P: 504-861-9767Find us on:Facebook page opens in new windowX page opens in new windowLinkedin page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new window The Lafayette Academy school goal is to consistently create
- [404 Page Not Found](https://communityacademies.org/404-2/) - Opps! We can’t seem to find the page you’re looking for. Let’s get you back on track! Here are a few helpful links: Community Academies Main Site Esperanza Academy Foundation Prep Academy Lafayette Academy Family Resources
- [Hurricane Resources](https://communityacademies.org/hurricane-resources/) - CANO Family, For all CANO school updates please visit us on either Instagram or Facebook. Also in an effort to assist with a one-stop shop of the city-wide resources available, see below. We hope you are being safe. City/Parish Updates: State of Louisiana – The State of Louisiana has created a Hurricane Recovery page to provide information
- [Staff Resources](https://communityacademies.org/staff-resources/) - Email Human ResourcesEmail PayrollOnline ADPAcademic Resources
- [THANK YOU FOR REACHING OUT TO US!](https://communityacademies.org/thank-you/) - Your questions and feedback are vital to us, as they help us continually improve and provide the best educational experience for our students. We will be in touch shortly.
- [Myrialis King](https://communityacademies.org/myrialis-king/) - Myrialis King CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Myrialis King leads the development of Community Academies and serves as its Chief Executive Officer. Myrialis King is the Founder of Foundation Preparatory Charter School, a literacy-focused elementary school in New Orleans. Originally from Puerto Rico and a native Spanish speaker, King began her career educating students in the inner-city
- [Public Custodian Records](https://communityacademies.org/public-custodian-records/) - CANO will supply requested records to any qualified requester within the timeline provided for by law, provided that the requester complies with the requirements of this policy: Requesters must provide identification: Requesters must appear in person to retrieve requested documents; and Requesters must compensate CANO for copies of records at 0.25 per page. Contact: Myrialis
- [Enrollment](https://communityacademies.org/enrollment/) - HOW TO ENROLL All of our Community Academies of New Orleans Schools enrollments are managed by the citywide OneApp. Our schools are tuition-free and are open to all residents in New Orleans, LA. If you’re interested in enrolling your student, in person, please visit a Family Resource Center to check on the availability at our schools. Or you
- [Board Agendas](https://communityacademies.org/board-agendas/) - Board Agendas 2024 Board Agendas 2023 Board Agendas 2022 1-25-23 2-15-23 3-29-23 4-26-23 5-24-23 7-26-23 8-30-23 Board Agendas 2022 Board Agendas 2021 Board Agendas 2020 1-25-22 1-26-22 2-23-22 3-30-22 4-27-22 5-25-22 7-27-22 8-31-22 9-28-22 10-26-22 11-16-22 1-27-21 2-27-21 3-31-21 4-28-21 5-26-21 7-28-21 8-25-21 9-21-21 10-27-21 11-15-21 6-24-20 7-29-20 8-26-20 9-30-20 11-18-20 12-16-20
- [Board Meetings](https://communityacademies.org/board-meetings/) - BOARD AGENASView Board Meeting AgendasBOARD MINUTESView Board Meeting Minutes
- [Gallery](https://communityacademies.org/gallery/) - Load more
- [News](https://communityacademies.org/sermons/)

## Photo Albums

- [Esperanza Foundational Gallery](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery/gallery/)
- [Esperanza Middle Academy](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery/foundation-academy/)
- [Lafayette Gallery](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery/lafayette-gallery/)

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://communityacademies.org/category/uncategorized/)
- [Events](https://communityacademies.org/category/events/)
- [Announcements](https://communityacademies.org/category/announcements/)

## Album Categories

- [Esperanza](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery_category/esperanza/)
- [Lafayette](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery_category/lafayette/)
- [Foundation Academy](https://communityacademies.org/dt_gallery_category/foundation-academy/)