The East Baton Rouge (EBR) School Board held a public hearing and Committee of the Whole meeting on June 5, 2025, focusing on professional development funding for educators. The board discussed several significant allocations aimed at enhancing curriculum implementation and support for English language learners.

Key proposals included a funding request of $73,600 for professional development aimed at teachers and school leaders on curriculum implementation. Additionally, $128,100 was allocated for training staff who work with English language learners. The Savvas Learning Company received a proposed amount of $324,400 for professional development on high-quality instructional materials, while another allocation of $47,250 was designated for similar training.

The board also discussed a substantial investment of $885,040 for professional development related to the implementation of Eureka Math Squared, a curriculum designed to improve math education. Furthermore, the National Institute for Excellence in Training was proposed to receive $423,375 for coaching school leaders on TAP principles and data tracking.

The meeting concluded with no public comments, and board member Paul Lewis acknowledged the absence of advocate Storm Matthews, who typically contributes to discussions on these topics. The board's focus on professional development reflects a commitment to improving educational outcomes across the district.