Kaplan High School

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KHS Parent Newsletter-Nov. 9-13:
https://sites.google.com/vpsb.net/parentnewsletter2025-2026/nov-9-13

DISTRICT 5 3A CHAMPIONS! WHAT A NIGHT TO BE A PIRATE! Congratulations to our Captain Pirates on becoming the District 5 3A Champions! What a football season it has been, and what a special night for Kaplan High School! This victory belongs to so many people. Congratulations to our players who put in the work, our coaches who lead and prepare them, and the entire team that continues to represent Kaplan with pride. A huge thank-you to our student body and Pirate fans who showed up, brought the energy, and filled that stadium with BLACK AND GOLD PRIDE! There is something special about seeing our school and community come together to support these young men. Last night, the Pirate spirit was on full display! To our players, coaches, students, families, and fans, THANK YOU for making this season one to remember. DISTRICT CHAMPIONS. KAPLAN PIRATES. It’s a GREAT day to be a Pirate! 🏴‍☠️

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT!🏴‍☠️ See ya there! GEAUX PIRATES!!!!!🏴‍☠️🔥

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❤️ KAPLAN COMMUNITY, WE NEED YOUR HELP! ❤️ A local family recently lost EVERYTHING in a devastating house fire. Imagine having to start completely over, with nothing but the clothes on your back. No furniture, no dishes, no towels, no beds, not even the everyday necessities we sometimes take for granted. This family is now faced with the overwhelming task of rebuilding their lives, and I would love for our community to come together and help make that process a little easier. ❤️ The KHS Student Council are collecting clothing, shoes, household items, furniture, and just about ANYTHING that can help make a house a home again! 🏠 HOUSEHOLD ITEMS NEEDED: EVERYTHING! Kitchen supplies, pots and pans, dishes, utensils, small appliances, towels, washcloths, bedding, pillows, blankets, furniture, cleaning supplies, toiletries, laundry essentials, and anything else needed to keep a household running! Think about everything you use in your home on a daily basis. If it’s something a household needs, chances are this family needs it! 👕 CLOTHING & SHOE SIZES NEEDED: MEN’S: * Shirts: Large and XL * Pants: 30x32, 32x32, and 32x30 * Shorts: Large * Shoes: Size 10 * Boxer briefs and underwear WOMEN’S: * Clothing: Medium/Large * Clothing: XL or size 16 * Plus-size clothing: 3X/4X or size 28 * Shoes: Women’s sizes 8, 8½, and 11 * Bras, underwear, socks, and everyday essentials CHILDREN’S/GIRLS’: * Clothing: Size 8 * Clothing: Size 14/16 * Shoes: Size 4 * Underwear, socks, and everyday essentials ❤️ PLEASE, PLEASE DON’T THINK YOUR DONATION IS TOO SMALL! Maybe you have a set of dishes sitting in a cabinet that you never use. Maybe you’ve been meaning to clean out your linen closet. Maybe you have an extra piece of furniture taking up space. Or maybe you simply want to pick up a few necessities the next time you’re at the store. THIS FAMILY CAN USE IT ALL! They aren’t looking for anything fancy or brand new. Gently used items in good condition would be a tremendous blessing. They simply need the basic things that make everyday life possible. 📍 DONATION DROP-OFF: KAPLAN HIGH SCHOOL 📅 Saturday, November 14, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM ❤️ CONTACT: JAIME HEBERT You can contact me directly through Facebook Messenger with any questions or to coordinate donations, especially larger furniture items. I know we all have busy lives, and times are tough for so many families right now. But if you have something you can spare, please consider helping. And if you can’t donate, PLEASE SHARE THIS POST! The more people we reach, the more opportunities we have to help this family get back on their feet. Our little community has such a giving heart, and I would love nothing more than to see us come together and surround this family with love, kindness, and support during one of the hardest times of their lives. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for anything you can do to help! ❤️🏴‍☠️

🏴‍☠️🖤💛 PIRATE NATION, SPREAD THE WORD! 💛🖤 The Kaplan Pirates are headed to the playoffs, and we want our entire community showing up in BLACK & GOLD! 🏈 Kaplan High School will be selling OFFICIAL DISTRICT PLAYOFF SHIRTS! We are asking our Pirate families, alumni, and community members to PLEASE SHARE THIS POST and help us spread the word! We want everyone to know that an official Kaplan High School playoff shirt will be available for purchase! Let’s get our entire community ready to support our Pirates as they continue their journey through this exciting football season! ONE SCHOOL. ONE COMMUNITY. ONE PIRATE FAMILY. Let’s make this playoff season LEGENDARY! 🏴‍☠️

KHS Parent Newsletter-Nov. 2-6:
https://sites.google.com/vpsb.net/parentnewsletter2025-2026/nov-2-6

SOME DAYS REMIND US JUST HOW SPECIAL OUR LITTLE COMMUNITY REALLY IS.

Today was one of those days.

There is a reason our principal, Coach Shay Herpin, considers JamBOOlaya one of his favorite days of the entire school year. It isn't just about the food, the fundraiser, or the hundreds of plates that leave our campus. It's about PEOPLE. It's about COMMUNITY. And most importantly, it's about OUR KIDS.

To every single person who purchased a JamBOOlaya ticket, whether you bought one plate or enough to feed your entire workplace, THANK YOU. You may have thought you were simply buying lunch, but you were doing something so much bigger. You were investing in the students and teachers of Kaplan High School. And that means more to us than you will ever know.

To our incredible staff members and community volunteers who showed up early, rolled up their sleeves, and worked tirelessly behind the scenes, we hope you know how much you are appreciated. There is something truly magical about watching people give up their Saturday, not because they have to, but because they genuinely care about this school and the people in it. THAT is what makes today so special.

And to Chef Dylan Roussel and his crew who helped make the cooking happen, thank you for sharing your time, your talents, and your hearts with our Pirate family!

Perhaps the most beautiful part of this entire day is knowing that every bit of the proceeds goes right back into supporting our students and teachers. That is the chef's kiss of it all! ❤️

We often talk about what makes Kaplan High School special, but days like today give us the opportunity to actually SEE it. It's in the hands that prepare the food, the smiles of those serving, the community members who drive through to show their support, and the people who stay until the very last thing is cleaned up.

We never take any of it for granted. Not one ticket. Not one helping hand. Not one act of kindness.

From Coach Shay and our entire Kaplan High School family, thank you for believing in our school, loving our students, supporting our teachers, and reminding us once again why we are so proud to call Kaplan HOME.

Today wasn't just a successful fundraiser. It was a LEGENDARY reminder of what happens when an entire community shows up for its children.

And for that, we are forever grateful.

LEGENDS ARE MADE RIGHT HERE. 🏴‍☠️

Only 40 minutes left of our JamBOOlaya plate lunch sale! If you purchased your ticket, come and get it! We'll be waiting for ya!🏴‍☠️

WE'RE UP EARLY, AND THE POTS ARE FILLING UP!

The sun is barely up, but the crew at Kaplan High School is already hard at work preparing the beginnings of the BEST JamBOOlaya around!

Did you forget to purchase a ticket? Wish you had ordered a few extra plates? NO WORRIES! Chef Dylan Roussel is cooking up PLENTY of his delicious JamBOOlaya this morning, and we'd LOVE for you to drive through and grab a plate for just $12!

AND WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE THE DESSERTS!

Have you seen the price of Halloween candy at the grocery store this year?!
Our KHS Student Council has you covered! They'll be out here selling some of the most delicious homemade baked goods you've ever seen. And y'all, some of these cakes are absolutely STUNNING! 🤩

Forget spending a fortune on candy! Come load up on some incredible treats for your Halloween festivities tonight while supporting our students!

⏰ TODAY, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Kaplan High School
🍲 JamBOOlaya Plates: $12
🍰 Student Council Bake Sale

Come hungry, bring a friend, and help us make this Halloween fundraiser a LEGENDARY success!

See y'all at KHS! 🏴‍☠️

💛🖤 A DAY OF SMILES, CELEBRATION, AND UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS! 🖤💛 Today, Kaplan High School had the honor of hosting Special Olympics, and what an incredible day it was! ❤️ From the determination of the athletes to the cheers of encouragement from the sidelines, every moment reminded us what makes this event so meaningful. We witnessed perseverance, sportsmanship, friendship, and the pure joy of celebrating every accomplishment. To all of our participating schools, THANK YOU for joining us and allowing us to share in the excitement of your athletes’ achievements. It was a privilege to welcome you to KHS! To our KHS student volunteers, we are incredibly proud of you! You gave your time, offered encouragement, celebrated victories, and made sure our guests felt welcomed and supported. The compassion and leadership you demonstrated today represent the very best of Kaplan High School. You made a difference, and we hope you know just how much that matters! 🖤💛 A very special shoutout to Mrs. Ellen Arceneaux and our very own Mrs. Mary Pat, whose hard work and dedication made this event possible! From organizing to coordinating all the details, Mrs. Ellen and Mrs. Mary Pat worked tirelessly to create a memorable experience for everyone involved. Thank you, Mrs. Ellen and Mrs. Mary Pat, for the care and commitment you put into making this day a success. We are so fortunate to have you in our KHS family! ❤️ While the ribbons recognize accomplishments, the true significance of today was found in the confidence of an athlete crossing the finish line, the excitement of hearing their name cheered, and the pride of knowing an entire crowd was rooting for them. To every athlete who competed today, YOU were the stars of the show! Your determination, courage, and enthusiasm gave us so much to celebrate. Days like today remind us that being LEGENDARY isn’t just about winning. It’s about showing up, giving your best, encouraging one another, and never giving up. One school. One community. Countless reasons to be proud. #KaplanHighSchool #SpecialOlympics #LegendaryPirates #PiratePride 🏴‍☠️

Make plans to join us at Kaplan High for some LEGENDARY Halloween fun today and tomorrow!

TODAY, Friday, October 30:
• Pirates’ Haunted Gym: 6:00 to 9:00 PM
• Pirate Treat Street: 6:00 to 7:30 PM, stroll around the track and visit the treat-filled booths!

TOMORROW, Saturday, October 31:
• Pirates’ Haunted Gym: 6:00 to 8:30 PM
• KHS Pirate Jamboolaya and Student Council Bake Sale!

Haunted Gym and Pirate Treat Street admission is $5 per attraction, per entry. Each attraction requires separate admission, and re-entry requires another $5 admission.

WE NEED YOUR SWEET SUPPORT! Please help stock our Student Council bake sale with homemade or store-bought treats. Cookies, brownies, cupcakes, and other sweets are welcome!

Donation drop-off at KHS:
• TODAY: Noon to 2:00 PM
• TOMORROW: 9:00 to 11:00 AM

StuCo and Beta hours will be given for donations!

Bring the family, support our students, and help make this a LEGENDARY Halloween weekend at KHS! Thank you for donating, sharing, and showing up for our Pirates! 🏴‍☠️

THE RUSSO RETURNS!

What a GAME! The Kaplan Pirates defeated the Abbeville Wildcats, 43-32.

Congrats to both teams on a game well played. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students tonight.

Yearbooks are now on sale! Purchase yours today.
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GOT DAD? WE NEED YOU!

Calling all KHS dads, grandpas, uncles, and father figures in our community!

Our JamBOOlaya is happening this Saturday, and we could use a few extra helping hands!

⏰ When? Saturday, starting at 5:00 AM until the jambalaya is cooked!

💪 What do we need? Just some good ol’ helping hands and a willingness to pitch in!

No special skills required! We just want the dads in our community to know that YOU ARE WELCOME, AND WE'D LOVE TO HAVE YOU!

Interested in joining us? Contact Mr. Clayton Chauvin at: clayton.chauvin@vpsb.net
He will confirm your spot. This will be a first come first serve basis.

Come early, lend a hand, share a few laughs, and help us make this year's JamBOOlaya LEGENDARY!

Because at KHS, it takes a whole community to make great things happen! 🏴‍☠️

🍦💛 SWEET SUCCESS AT KHS! 🖤🏴‍☠️ Now THIS is something worth celebrating!! 🎉 During the first nine weeks, 57 Kaplan High School students achieved PERFECT ATTENDANCE! These students were recognized for their commitment to showing up each and every day with a delicious ice cream treat and a sweet note of encouragement and positive affirmation! 🍦💌 But the good news doesn’t stop there!! 📣 KAPLAN HIGH SCHOOL HAD THE HIGHEST PERCENTAGE OF GROWTH IN ATTENDANCE IN THE ENTIRE DISTRICT FOR THE FIRST NINE WEEKS! 👏👏 That is something our entire Pirate family can be proud of! Attendance matters, and every single day our students show up is another opportunity to learn, grow, connect, and succeed. We are SO proud of our students for making attendance a priority, and we appreciate our families, faculty, and staff for the encouragement and support that help make this possible! 57 students with perfect attendance, district-leading attendance growth, and a Pirate family that keeps showing up! 💛🖤 Let’s keep this positive momentum going into the second nine weeks! Our Pirates are proving that when it comes to showing up and making every day count, WE ARE LEGENDARY! 💪 #KaplanHighSchool #PiratePride #LEGENDARY #AttendanceMatters 🏴‍☠️

Our Louisiana FCCLA Fall Rally was filled with leadership, learning, new connections, and exciting opportunities! ❤️💙 Members explored all that FCCLA has to offer through engaging breakout sessions, hands-on activities, teamwork, and a little friendly competition. Making a difference, one story at a time! Our members also participated in a service project promoting child literacy, helping support the importance of reading and encouraging a love of books among young readers. Through this project, students put FCCLA’s spirit of service into action while helping build brighter futures in their communities. From discovering leadership opportunities to finding meaningful ways to serve others, our members took important steps in their FCCLA journeys. We can’t wait to see how they take what they learned and turn it into action back at their schools! Every great story starts somewhere, and we’re excited to see what our FCCLA members write next! 📚✨

PIRATE PRIDE IS RUNNING STRONG! A HUGE shout-out to our Kaplan High School Cross-Country Team for their outstanding performances! Our Pirates have been putting in the miles, pushing their limits, and representing KHS with pride! 🏆 BOYS’ TEAM RESULTS 🥇 2nd Place in District 🏅 4th Place Overall Individual Highlights: ⭐ James Mendez finished 9th overall and claimed 1st Place in District, earning the title of DISTRICT CHAMPION! 🏆 ⭐ Matthew Schexnayder finished 4th in district! ⭐ Matthew Thibodeaux finished 10th in district! 👏 A special shout-out to Sunshine, Gabe, and Landon, who each achieved NEW PERSONAL-BEST TIMES! That’s what hard work and determination look like! 🏃‍♀️ GIRLS’ RESULTS ⭐ Morgan Doré delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 8th overall and 3rd in district, while also setting a NEW PERSONAL-BEST TIME! 👏 We are incredibly proud of ALL our Pirate runners! Every early morning, every practice, and every mile of dedication deserves recognition. Congratulations to our athletes and coaches for continuing to make Kaplan High School proud! LEGENDARY performances. LEGENDARY Pirates. 🖤💛 🏴‍☠️