Amendment 2: Voters face big decision on creation of St. George school district
Louisiana voters are deciding on Constitutional Amendment No. 2, which proposes creating a separate school district for St. George, potentially transferring 6,000 students from the East Baton Rouge Parish system. The new district is expected to be fully built out by July 2027, with estimated annual costs of $100 million.
Voters in Louisiana are deciding on Constitutional Amendment No. 2, which proposes creating a separate school district for St. George. The amendment would allow St. George to establish its own school system, potentially transferring approximately 6,000 students from the East Baton Rouge Parish system. The new school district is expected to be fully built out by July 2027. The proposal's potential benefits include greater local control over education and fostering community growth. However, the transition could drain teachers, staff, and resources from the East Baton Rouge Parish school district, which is already struggling. Experts estimate the new school system could cost about $100 million annually.
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