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VISION: The Zachary Community School District is recognized as a MODEL OF EXCELLENCE serving all citizens.

MISSION: The mission of the Zachary Community School District is to assist every student in reaching his or her maximum potential through high-quality instruction and good stewardship of community resources

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Parent Resource Dashboard

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Menus

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From the Superintendent

From the desk of Zachary Community School District Superintendent Ben Necaise.

District Announcements

June 27, 2026 Election

ZCSD Family, On Saturday, June 27th, voters who live within the ZCSD boundaries will have the opportunity to authorize existing school tax funds to be used only for ZCSD employee compensation, WITHOUT raising the tax rate on residents.With voter permission, these existing funds will be reallocated…

Zachary Honors Academy

The ZCSD is excited to offer the Zachary Honors Academy, a specialized, application-based academic program housed at Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary School. Zachary Honors Academy offers students a unique learning community within the Zachary Community School District. Zachary Honors Academy is designed for…

2026 Summer Hours

Monday- Thursday weeklyJune 1st- July 24th , 2026 ZELC, NES, RPE, ZES, & CME | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PMNMS & ZHS | 6:30 AM - 3:30 PMMaintenance & Child Nutrition | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PMMain Office, SASSY & Instructional Support Specialists | 7:30 AM -…

Parent & Engagement Policy Input

Dear ZCSD Parents, We ask that you review the ZCSD 2026-2027 Parent and Family Engagement Policy located here. We value your input as it helps us to better serve the families in our district.After you have reviewed the policy linked above, please complete the Parent &…

2025-2026 End of the School Year Reminders

-Early Dismissal: Tuesday, May 19th, Wednesday, May 20th and Thursday, May21st (last day of school for students) -2026-2027 School Year Calendar can be found here. -2026-2027 School Orientation Dates can be found here. -2026 ZCSD Summer Camps can be found here. -Please remember that all school…

Awards Schedule

Awards Schedule 2526Download

May Pre-K through 6th grade events calendar.

Parents: Please use our Pre-K through 6th grade activities calendar as a quick reference for the month of May.#WeAreZachary ZCSDEventCalendarMay2026Download

PreK & Kindergarten Registration

Zachary Early Learning Center (PreK) is currently registering students in person at ZELC, and Northwestern Elementary School (K) is currently registering students online, both for the 2026-2027 school year. Please note that the state of Louisiana requires that students attend Kindergarten.  2025-2026 ZELC PreK students are automatically…

Recent News

In the ZCSD, we believe in excellence — excellence in our staff, students, programs, opportunities, and the community we proudly call home. We know that excellence can be found in many areas, but most importantly, in the pursuit of personal excellence.Our Three A’s — Academics, Arts, and Athletics — continue to shape a district experience unlike any other.Excellence TRULY lives here. It lives in our schools, in our students, in our employees, and in the homes and hearts of the families who make up the Zachary community — past and present.To celebrate that spirit, our ZCSD “Excellence Lives Here” yard signs are available at the ZCSD Main Office, Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.We would love for you to pick one up for your home or business and proudly show that ZCSD excellence lives in our community.#WeAreZachary #AcademicsArtsAthletics #ZacharyForward #ExcellenceLivesHere ... See MoreSee Less
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Northwestern Middle School and the ZCSD are proud to celebrate science teacher LaToya Sibley for being selected as one of only ten educators chosen from hundreds of applicants across the region to participate in the inaugural National Science Foundation (NSF) Robert Noyce Research Experiences in STEM Settings (RESS) Scholarship Program for Summer 2026 at Louisiana State University.As a member of the program's first cohort, Mrs. Sibley will engage in advanced research focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity Education. Participants will collaborate with university researchers and educational leaders to explore innovative approaches that can strengthen STEM instruction and prepare students for future careers in rapidly evolving technology fields.The program will culminate with participants presenting their research findings to educational and policy leaders, including opportunities to share their work in Washington, D.C.Mrs. Sibley would like to extend her sincere appreciation to Northwestern Middle School Principal Rebecca Brian for her support and encouragement throughout the application process. She is also grateful to the Zachary Community School District and NMS for providing opportunities that allow educators to continue growing professionally and bringing new knowledge back to the classroom."It is truly an honor to be selected for this prestigious opportunity," said Mrs. Sibley. "I am excited to learn, conduct research, and bring innovative STEM experiences back to my students and school community."Congratulations to Mrs. Sibley on this outstanding achievement and her continued commitment to excellence in education!!! #WeAreZachary #AcademicsArtsAthletics #ZacharyForward #ExcellenceLivesHere #ExcellentEducator #STEM ... See MoreSee Less
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Come join our team, we are hiring!Visit zachary.schoolspring.com/ for current and future openings in our district. #WeAreZachary #AcademicsArtsAthletics #ZacharyForward #ExcellenceLivesHere #MakingADifference #CareersInEducation ... See MoreSee Less
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The ZCSD is excited to offer the Zachary Honors Academy, a specialized, application-based academic program housed at Zachary Elementary School and Copper Mill Elementary School. Zachary Honors Academy offers students a unique learning community within the Zachary Community School District.Zachary Honors Academy is designed for highly motivated students who thrive in a rigorous, engaging, and accelerated environment and are ready for advanced academic challenge, leadership development, rich opportunities in the arts, and meaningful service learning.Students entering grades 3-6 may apply by June 17, 2026. zacharyschools.org/zachary-honors-academy/#WeAreZachary #AcademicsArtsAthletics #ZacharyForward #ExcellenceLivesHere #zacharyhonorsacademy ... See MoreSee Less
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