Ascension Parish First Day of School

Ascension Parish School District is located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, primarily serving the communities of Prairieville, Gonzales, and Donaldsonville within the Baton Rouge metropolitan area.

On the first day of school, which falls on August 6th, the weather in Prairieville can vary, but it has typically been warm with temperatures ranging from the mid-70s to the low 100s°F over the past few years. Given the possibility of light rain, it's a good idea to wear light layers and bring a rain jacket, as well as stay hydrated with a water bottle.

In Ascension Parish, there are about 30 schools serving around 25,000 students. The district offers education for grades Pre-K through 12th grade.

In Ascension Parish, students are educated from Pre-Kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. This includes elementary schools for younger children, middle schools for transitional grades, and high schools for older students.