Plans for a dedicated marching band practice facility were first discussed back in 2019, and a groundbreaking celebration was held in October of 2021.

"I tell my kids you don't have to be the biggest, you don't have to be the loudest as long as you sound the best and look the best," said Band Dir. Samuel Venable.

The appeal for student safety comes ahead of the first full weekend of Carnival parades in New Orleans. NOLA Public School ...