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				<title><![CDATA[YACS @ Lawrence D. Crocker 2026 Parade Schedule]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come and see the Wildcats in action this Mardi Gras Season!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:37:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[K-12 Main Round Deadline Approaching]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Apply now to become a creative learner at Lawrence D. Crocker]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:13:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YACS @ Crocker Closure Updates 9/11/24 & 9/12/24]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the inclement weather and based on recommendations from NOLA Public Schools, Young Audiences Charter Schools at Lawrence D. Crocker will have early dismissal Tuesday, September 10th at 1:00 PM and NO SCHOOL on Wednesday, September 11th and Thursday, September 12th. 
Our campus will dismiss learners at 1:00 PM. There will be no afterschool program. 

We will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide information when it is available via JCampus, our social media channels, our website, and local news outlets. 

Your safety and the safety of your family are our top priorities. We are dedicated to keeping our community informed throughout this weather event. Please stay updated by monitoring weather reports and following guidance from local authorities]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 21:53:29 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[SEVERE WEATHER ALERT: YACS @ CROCKER SCHOOL CLOSURES 9/11/24 & 9/12/24]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Due to the inclement weather and based on recommendations from NOLA Public Schools, Young Audiences Charter Schools at Lawrence D. Crocker will have early dismissal Tuesday, September 10th starting at 1:00 PM and NO SCHOOL Wednesday, September 11th and Thursday, September 12th. 

Our campus will dismiss learners at 1:00 PM. There will be no afterschool program. 

We will continue to monitor the weather conditions and provide information when it is available via JCampus, our social media channels, our website, and local news outlets. 

Your safety and the safety of your family are our top priorities. We are dedicated to keeping our community informed throughout this weather event. Please stay updated by monitoring weather reports and following guidance from local authorities]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 21:58:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Black History Month Events and Community Engagement Night Reminder!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please take heed to the reminders below regarding Black History Month events and Community Engagement Night at Crocker. See flyers for more details:

Spring 2024 Community Engagement Night:
Thursday March 7 at 5 PM. 2301 Marengo Street

SPIRIT WEEK:
Monday March 11 - Black Out Day
Tuesday March 12 - Tribute Tuesday
Wednesday March 13 - HBCU Day
Thursday March 14 - African Pride Day]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:41:09 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Winter Weather Update!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[In accordance with the guidance provided by the Jefferson Parish School System, Young Audiences Charter Schools in Jefferson Parish, including Burmaster Middle/High School, Kate Middleton, and Little YACS, will open tomorrow Wednesday, January 17, 2024 on a regular schedule. Our Crocker campus in Orleans Parish will remain closed tomorrow Wednesday, January 17, 2024.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 18:08:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Severe Weather Alert: YACS School Closures 1/16/2024]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All YACS campuses will remain closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 14:24:38 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YACS at Crocker Open House (Pk4-8)  Casa Abierta de YACS en Crocker (PK4–8)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us on Tuesday, December 9th, at 5:00 PM in the cafeteria for the Young Audiences Charter School (YACS) Uptown Open House!
¡Acompáñanos el martes 9 de diciembre a las 5:00 p.m. en la cafetería para la Casa Abierta de Young Audiences Charter School (YACS) Uptown!

Location: YACS Uptown @ Crocker – 2301 Marengo Street, New Orleans, LA 70115]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:43:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YACS at Crocker Winter Fest Open House!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Saturday, December 9th
11:30-2:00 PM 
2301 Marengo St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
To reserve a spot at our Winter Fest, please fill out the form below. We look forward to having you join us for the festivities!
Open House * Photos with Gentilly Santa * School Tours * Gumbo w/ Grilled Cheese * Student Auxiliary Performances * Hot Chocolate * Cookie Decorating * Crafts * Art Exhibits * Textiles & Fashion Design Pop-up Shop * Gaming Truck * Bounce House]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 19:05:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023-2024 School Calendar]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:17:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[RFP - Construction/Roof Repairs Announcement]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:47:55 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Open House Thursday, Jan. 18th ~ Apply Now! ~]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Informational Open House 
Thursday, January 18, 2024 
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
2301 Marengo St. 
New Orleans, LA 70115 
Discover the extraordinary tools shaping our Future Leaders! Join us for an enlightening session where we'll showcase the innovative educational opportunities we provide. Your journey to excellence begins here – don't miss out!
All current 8th-grade families who haven't submitted an NCAP for high school are encouraged to attend open house where assistance will be provided.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 14:30:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Interested in a school tour?]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[As the only open-enrollment, fully arts-integrated school in Greater New Orleans, you may have questions about how we do things. Come see for yourself! Schedule a school tour today!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:24:23 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Leave Early Day Friday, January 12th, 2024]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each campus will be participating in Early Dismissal starting at 11:00am on Friday, January 12th.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 2024 00:01:00 -0600</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Casa abierta del festival de invierno de YACS en Crocker!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Sabado, 9 de Diciembre 
11:30-2:00 PM 
2301 Marengo St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
Para reservar un lugar en nuestro Winter Fest, complete el siguiente formulario. ¡Esperamos que te unas a nosotros para las festividades!

Si traes a una familia prospectiva, ambas familias recibirán:
¡Una exclusiva Bolsa de Regalos YACS!
Los estudiantes actuales recibirán un incentivo especial para uso escolar.

Además, los residentes del condado de Orleans son elegibles para APLICAR durante el evento!

Si traes a una familia prospectiva, ambas familias recibirán:
¡Una exclusiva Bolsa de Regalos YACS!
Los estudiantes actuales recibirán un incentivo especial para uso escolar.

Además, los residentes del condado de Orleans son elegibles para APLICAR durante el evento!

Jornada de puertas abiertas * Fotos con Gentilly Santa * Visitas escolares * Gumbo con queso asado * Actuaciones auxiliares estudiantiles * Chocolate caliente * Decoración de galletas * Manualidades * Exhibiciones de arte * Tienda temporal de diseño de moda y textiles * Camión de juegos *  casa de Saltar]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Nov 2023 19:28:54 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YACS at Crocker Presents: Thankful Thursday]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Pre-K and Kinder families are cordially invited to our Inaugural November Holiday Feast at our school. 
A Thanksgiving meal will be provided for all guests to show how grateful we are for you all.
RSVP is REQUIRED. Please fill out the form below by 11/14/23 to register. Parents, guardians, and adults who are not on the registration form will not be able to participate. Please honor our expectations with a MAXIMUM of 2 guests per learner. We have limited space in the cafeteria and classroom. 
Thursday, November 16, 2023
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 21:53:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Save the Date for the Sunset Soirée!]]></title>
				<link>http://crocker.yacs.org/apps/news/article/1788567</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Celebrate the academic and artistic accomplishments of YACS Creative Learners on both sides of the River!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:51:46 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Don't Miss the Sunset Soirée!]]></title>
				<link>http://crocker.yacs.org/apps/news/article/1812172</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 FROM 6:30 TO 8:30 P.M.

Join Young Audiences Charter Schools (YACS) for the 1st annual Sunset Soirée event! The celebration will take place on Thursday, October 2nd from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Pavilion at the Middle and High School campus at 1000 Burmaster Street in Gretna. This exciting new event is an opportunity for community members and families from all YACS campuses to come together to celebrate our Creative Learners. YACS's Culinary Arts department will be cooking up fine fare while the Jazz Band will provide sweet sounds with a Swing music flair while you enjoy libations. We are excited at the opportunity to bring students from all campuses together!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:15:45 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Hispanic Heritage Parade & Spirit Week]]></title>
				<link>http://crocker.yacs.org/apps/news/article/1812193</link>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 15:26:41 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Friday Spirit Day Shirts]]></title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:15:14 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ANNUAL SCHOOL HEALTH SCREENING INFORMATION & OPT OUT]]></title>
				<link>http://crocker.yacs.org/apps/news/article/1789993</link>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:01:37 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Skate Night - Thursday, August 31st]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Airline Skate Center, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 10:43:05 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Crocker Meet the Teacher Night]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[See the flyer for details! (Thursday, August 3rd)]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 09:57:23 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Crocker Meet the Teacher]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[See the flyer for Meet the Teacher dates & times.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:52:47 -0500</pubDate>
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