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Rolling Applications Begin October 9 for One-Day Social Studies Teacher Workshops
Rolling applications begin opening this October for the 2024-25 school year regional Institute for Louisiana Culture and History workshops, which will take place in Lake Charles, Port Allen, Shreveport, and Alexandria.
Read MoreLocations, Schedule for 2024-25 Institute for Louisiana Culture and History Regional Workshops
The Institute for Louisiana Culture and History will host four regional workshops on teaching Louisiana’s Reconstruction-era history this fall and winter.
Read MoreSummer Intensive Teacher Workshop Announced, Applications Open Now
The 2024 Institute for Louisiana Culture and History intensive workshop for Louisiana social studies educators will take place June 24–26 in New Orleans and focus on Louisiana’s Reconstruction-era history.
Read MoreApplications Open for Regional Social Studies Teacher Workshops
Applications are now open for 2023–24 school year Institute for Louisiana Culture & History regional workshops for K–12 social studies educators.
Read MoreSecond Season of Prime Time Podcast Airing Now
The second season of Prime Time’s “Little Voices, Big Ideas” podcast is airing now, with vignettes of each episode airing weekly now in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport.
Read MoreInstitute for Louisiana Culture and History Announces Regional Workshops
This coming school year LEH will host four Institute for Louisiana Culture and History workshops for social studies K–12 educators around the state, with a focus 18th-century Louisiana history in alignment with LDOE’s new 6th-grade social studies standards.
Read MoreApply Now to Host Prime Time Reading Program In the Fall
Organizations interested in bringing a free family engagement and reading program to their community are invited to apply to host a Prime Time reading program in the fall. Applications will be accepted from organizations throughout Louisiana until April 17.
Read MoreFirst Institute Workshop Announced
This summer the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) will host the inaugural Institute for Louisiana Culture and History (ILCH) intensive workshop for Louisiana social studies K-12 educators on June 12-14, 2023, in New Orleans.
Read MoreApply Now to Host Prime Time Programs
Community groups have a free opportunity to join Louisiana’s literacy effort by hosting a Prime Time reading program next year. Applications will be accepted from September 15 through October 17, 2022, at www.primetimefamily.org.
Read MoreLEH Establishing New Hub for Louisiana Social Studies Education
Thanks to a major grant from the Taylor Foundation, the LEH is establishing a statewide educational hub providing reliable, accessible Louisiana social studies resources to students and their teachers.
Read MoreLouisiana Department of Education names PRIME TIME a Family Literacy Support vendor
The Louisiana Department of Education recently added PRIME TIME’s suite of family literacy and engagement programs to their approved list of Family Literacy Support vendors.
Read MoreNEH Grant to Support PRIME TIME’s Development of Bilingual Book Series
PRIME TIME, Inc., has been awarded nearly $200,000 that will be used to further expand its programming for Spanish-speaking families. The grant was awarded by the NNEH through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, which is providing $87.8 million in funding to nearly 300 cultural and educational institutions.
Read MorePRIME TIME mails Spark Boxes to 29 agencies across Louisiana
PRIME TIME Spark Boxes are on their way to 29 agencies chosen to deliver the boxes to families in their communities. PRIME TIME Inc. received requests for more than 1,800 boxes from 49 organizations throughout the state during the two-week application period.
Read MorePRIME TIME Introduces Spark Box
Community organizations are invited to help spark a love of reading by signing up to distribute Spark Boxes provided by LEH’s PRIME TIME Family Reading program.
Read MorePRIME TIME goes virtual for spring sessions
Looking for something engaging for little ones? All of LEH’s PRIME TIME Family Reading programs—including the Family Reading program for 6-10 year olds and Preschool programs for 3-5 year olds—are virtual this spring.
Read MoreEntergy Charitable Foundation awards grant supporting LEH programs
The Entergy Charitable Foundation has partnered with the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities to increase access to the humanities in the state. With a grant totaling $52,725, Entergy will support PRIME TIME and 64 Parishes.
Read MorePRIME TIME Family Reading Adapted Into Three New Initiatives
This fall, LEH’s PRIME TIME family of programs began three new initiatives: a podcast, a virtual training in the PRIME TIME methodology for parents, and an all-in-one kit of books and supplies distributed directly to families.
Read MorePRIME TIME First Aid Kits bring award-winning reading and discussion program into the home
LEH’s PRIME TIME Family Reading program has been adapted into PRIME TIME First Aid Kits, all-in-one boxes of books and supplies that will be mailed directly to families. Applications to receive a First Aid Kit are open now.
Read MorePRIME TIME Inc. awarded Head Start operating grant for Lafayette, Iberia parishes
After an eight-month competitive process, the US Department of Health and Human Services has selected PRIME TIME, Inc. to be the Early Head Start and Head Start operator for Lafayette and Iberia parishes.
Read MoreCultivating Understanding Through Children’s Books
As the state, country, and world contend both with the over-representation of Black Americans among those dying from COVID-19, among those incarcerated for non-violent crimes, and among those experiencing violence from law enforcement officers, we are all reeling. This week’s global…
Read MoreLEH Receives Grant to Benefit Plaquemines, Terrebonne, and Lafourche Parishes
The Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities (LEH) has received a $475,000 grant for its Coastal Impacts Project from BHP Billiton, a mining and petroleum company that supports projects focused on climate change mitigation and adaptation. The three-year initiative…
Read MorePRIME TIME Head Start students learn about fire safety, environment
At PRIME TIME Head Start, we strive to expose our students to as many experiences as we can. In October, PTHS hosted two groups of visitors to teach students about a few important topics: fire safety and the environment. Firefighters from…
Read MorePRIME TIME Head Start Thrives in Ouachita Parish in First Year
Children attending Head Start Centers in Ouachita Parish showed rapid improvement in math, language, and social skills, according to a new report.
Read More“When we leave here, we read that book again.”
New mom Brandye Jackson reflects on her experience with PRIME TIME.
Read MoreBHP Donation Supports PRIME TIME in Northwest Louisiana
Support for preschool programs, teachers in Caddo, Bossier, Red River, and Bienville parishes.
Read MoreRibbon Cutting at PRIME TIME Head Start in Monroe
PRIME TIME Head Start celebrates the opening of its third site.
Read MoreNEH supports PRIME TIME Preschool
Two national partners receive matching grants totaling $150,000.
Read MorePRIME TIME Honored at Library of Congress
PRIME TIME among 15 national and international organizations honored in Washington, D.C.
Read MoreHEAD START Hits Home
Students at PRIME TIME Head Start in Ouachita Parish excited to learn.
Read MoreLin-Manuel Miranda recognizes PRIME TIME
The 2017 Freedom Award recipient invites PRIME TIME to Washington, D.C. ceremony.
Read MorePRIME TIME and Shell make impact in five states
The six-year partnership extends its reach to communities across the Gulf South.
Read MorePRIME TIME honored by Library of Congress
PRIME TIME receives national recognition for promoting literacy and reading.
Read MorePRIME TIME selected for quality assessment program
LEH’s acclaimed program will join 36 others in the third year of NOLA-YPQI.
Read MoreWomen’s Philanthropy Network awards grant to PRIME TIME
WPN is a giving circle of The Community Foundation of North Louisiana.
Read MorePRIME TIME Head Start prepares for summer openings in Ouachita Parish
PRIME TIME Head Start is gearing up for its summer openings at two sites in Ouachita Parish.
Read MoreUnited Way of NW Louisiana funds PRIME TIME
UWNWLA awarded a $12,500 grant to PRIME TIME to support early childhood education programs in the region.
Read MorePRIME TIME holds training with Humanities Washington
Humanities Washington has been a PRIME TIME affiliate partner since 2012.
Read MoreWomen’s Philanthropy Network Awards $36,250 to PRIME TIME for Early Childhood Education in Caddo
WPN is a giving circle of The Community Foundation of North Louisiana.
Read MoreFreddi Williams Evans – Humanities Hero
Freddi Evans Williams writes children’s books that celebrate African American history.
Read MorePRIME TIME Reaches 5,000 Readers This Spring
PRIME TIME and Preschool programs reached 1,054 families, or approximately 5,000 individuals.
Read MoreCanine Companion Helps Kids With Reading
PRIME TIME program recently employed a reader of the canine kind.
Read MorePRIME TIME Fall 2017 Grant Applications Are Open
PRIME TIME program applications are now open for eligible organizations.
Read MoreDeBacher Speaks at Progressive Education Summit
Sarah DeBacher presented at the 2nd Annual Progressive Education Summit South.
Read MoreDr. Thomas Wartenberg Visits PRIME TIME
PRIME TIME hosted a daylong conversation with Dr. Thomas Wartenberg on March 24th.
Read MorePRIME TIME Visits 81st Street Early Childhood Education Center
PRIME TIME and BHP Billiton at a PRIME TIME Preschool site in Caddo Parish.
Read MorePRIME TIME Preschool Reaches Red River Parish
PRIME TIME Preschool will launch its first Red River Parish preschool program this spring.
Read MoreDr. Helen Taylor, Humanities Hero
The LEH staff is deeply appreciate her as our March Humanities Hero.
Read MorePRIME TIME Preschool Site Impacted by Tornado
Schaumburg Elementary in New Orleans East was heavily damaged by a tornado on February 7th.
Read MoreUnion Pacific Grants $20,000 to PRIME TIME
Union Pacific approvedgrant to the LEH for PRIME TIME family literacy programming.
Read MorePRIME TIME is Accepting Applications for a Program Assistant
PRIME TIME invites applications for a full time Program Assistant.
Read MoreChristopher Cromwell Named New VP of Finance and Administration
The LEH welcomes Christopher Cromwell as Vice President of Finance and Administration.
Read MorePRIME TIME Announces Leadership for Ouachita Head Start
Stalanda Bradford Butcher has been named Head Start Director for Ouachita Parish.
Read MorePRIME TIME Named Innovative Humanities Indicator
PRIME TIME featured in infographic for the Humanities Indicators.
Read MoreLEH Names New VP of Education
Sarah DeBacher will lead PRIME TIME’s suite of literacy programs serving children, families, and educators.
Read MorePRIME TIME Head Start Job Fair Garners Crowds
PRIME TIME, Inc. to be the Head Start grantee for Ouachita Parish.
Read MorePRIME TIME Wins Federal Grant for Ouachita Parish Head Start
PRIME TIME, Inc. to be the Head Start grantee for Ouachita Parish.
Read MorePRIME TIME Pilots Nutrition Initiative
PT and BHP-Billiton Petroleum wrapped up an 18-month pilot of the PT Plus Healthy Eating program.
Read MoreU.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services Announces Selection
PRIME TIME, Inc. to be the Head Start grantee for Ouachita Parish.
Read MoreGrayson Foundation Invests $25,000 in PRIME TIME
The Shreveport-based Grayson Foundation has invested $25,000 in PRIME TIME Preschool
Read MoreLEH Seeks New VP of Education
LEH seeks an experienced professional to serve as Vice President of Education.
Read MoreStoryteller Jeannine Beekman – Humanities Hero
Professional storyteller captivated the audience.
Read MoreRosaMary Foundation Invests $15,000 in PRIME TIME
Since 1997, the RosaMary Foundation has been LEH’s steadfast supporter and friend.
Read MorePRIME TIME Wins United Way of Southeast Louisiana Grant
LEH won its first United Way of Southeast Louisiana grant.
Read MorePRIME TIME Produces Record Number of Programs in La.
PRIME TIME will implement 30 programs focusing on civic education in fall 2016.
Read MoreEntergy Corporation Wins Civic 50 Award
Entergy Corporation has been named to “The Civic 50” in 2016, as one of the nation’s most community-minded volunteer programs.
Read MoreCommunity Foundation of North LA Renews Support for PRIME TIME
Community Foundation of North LA continued support of PRIME TIME Full Circle programs.
Read MoreUnited Way of Northwest Louisiana Funds PRIME TIME
United Way of Northwest Louisiana support PRIME TIME Full Circle programs.
Read MorePRIME TIME Launches Summer Bilingual Book Loan Program
New bilingual book-lending project aims to distribute library of humanities.
Read MoreUnion Pacific Railroad Foundation Invests $20,000 in PRIME TIME
Union Pacific continued investment in north, central, and southeast Louisiana communities.
Read MoreShell Oil Company’s Commitment to Education Tops $1 Million
Shell Oil continues commitment to education across the Gulf South.
Read MorePRIME TIME Wins $50,000 from Beaird Family Foundation for Caddo Parish
Beaird Family Foundation’s fifth year of support for the LEH’s PRIME TIME programs.
Read MoreW.K. Kellogg Funds Full Circle: Engaging Kids, Parents & Teachers
PRIME TIME implement a comprehensive initiative to engage kids, parents and educators in the pursuit of academic success.
Read MorePRIME TIME and the NEH Present A More Perfect Union
Judge Paulette Irons advocates for the power of civic education for American families.
Read MoreApril 16: Celebrate 25 Years of PRIME TIME with All-Day Festivities!
PRIME TIME Family Reading Time is 25, and invites you to an all-day block party!
Read MoreWatch! Florida Humanities Releases New PRIME TIME Video
PRIME TIME affiliates offer new visions in their own states.
Read MorePRIME TIME Plus Adds Healthy Nutrition to Family Reading
The new initiative incorporates healthy lifestyle education.
Read MorePugh Family Foundation supports PRIME TIME in Lafayette
A $30,110, two-year grant will support PRIME TIME Home Room in Lafayette Parish.
Read MoreNow Accepting Fall 2015 PRIME TIME Program Applications
PRIME TIME is now accepting applications for Fall 2015 programs in Louisiana.
Read MoreLEH and Tennessee Williams/New Orleans Literary Fest Offer Teacher Scholarships
LEH and TWNOLF offer scholarships for Louisiana teachers to attend 2015 festival.
Read MorePRIME TIME Announces Fall 2014 Louisiana Sites
PRIME TIME Family Reading Time continues to benefit families throughout Louisiana this fall! The nationally recognized family literacy program will reach sixteen parishes through the end of fall, with more than 1,100 participants expected to attend. Through partnerships with school districts, foundations, libraries, and corporations, PRIME TIME Family Reading Time will take place in these parishes: Ascension, Bienville, Caddo, Calcasieu, East Baton Rouge, Evangeline, Iberville, Jackson, Jefferso
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