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AWARDS

Our school has been recognized for excellence in academics, innovation, and sustainability. These awards highlight our commitment to creating a high-quality learning environment where students thrive, teachers inspire, and our community works together for success.
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​2025 MSMS – Best STEM/STEAM Program
The Magnet Schools of the Mid-South Conference recognizes outstanding magnet programs across the region. This award recognized our continued innovative integration of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. 
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​2025 MSA Certified Magnet School
Magnet Schools of America awards national certification to magnet schools that demonstrate high standards of excellence in academics, diversity, and innovative theme-based programming. In 2025, our school achieved this certification, showing that we meet rigorous national benchmarks and provide equitable, high-quality learning experiences for all students.
​2025 Tree Campus K–12 School – Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree Campus K–12 recognition is awarded to schools that use trees as a foundation for hands-on learning in science, sustainability, and community engagement. In 2025, our school earned this honor for connecting students to nature, promoting conservation practices, and fostering environmental responsibility.
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2024 MSA Merit School of Excellence
For the second year in a row, our school was recognized as a Magnet Schools of America Merit School of Excellence. This 2024 award highlights our continued success in closing achievement gaps, implementing creative instructional strategies, and ensuring that all students benefit from a rich, theme-based curriculum.
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2023 MSA Merit School of Excellence
The Magnet Schools of America Merit Awards recognize top-performing magnet schools nationwide. In 2023, our school was named a Merit School of Excellence for demonstrating outstanding academic achievement, strong student diversity, and innovative teaching practices aligned with our magnet theme.
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​2023 MSMS – Best STEM/STEAM Program
The Magnet Schools of the Mid-South Conference recognizes outstanding magnet programs across the region. In 2023, our school received the award for Best STEM/STEAM Program, honoring our innovative approach to integrating science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. This recognition reflects our commitment to hands-on learning, creativity, and preparing students with the skills needed for the future.
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​2022 U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School
The U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools program honors schools that excel in reducing environmental impact, improving health and wellness, and providing effective sustainability education. In 2022, our school earned this national recognition for integrating eco-friendly practices into daily operations and fostering a culture of environmental awareness.
9765 Cuyhanga Parkway
​Baton Rouge, LA 70815
(p) 225.924.1606 
(f) 225.926.6806
​​[email protected]
The East Baton Rouge Parish School System and all of its entities (including Career and Technical Education Programs) does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, disability or gender in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment), and it is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of gender by Title IX (20 USC 168) and on the basis of disability by Section 504 (42 USC 794). The Title IX Coordinator is Andrew Davis ([email protected]), Director of Risk Management – phone (225) 929-8705.  The Section 504 Coordinator is  Elizabeth Taylor Chapman ([email protected]),  Director of Exceptional Student Services – phone (225) 929-8600.
  • Home
  • About
    • Message From the Principal
    • About VDRCSAMS
    • Awards
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Calendar
    • Contact Us
  • STEAM
    • What is STEAM?
    • Labs
    • Magnet Admission
  • Students
    • Academic Resources
    • DIBELS
    • LEAP 2025
    • Extra Curricular
  • Parents
    • Student Progress Center
    • Online Payments
    • School Supplies
    • Bus & Carpool Guidelines
    • Tools & Resources
  • Support Us
  • News & Events
  • Alum