Matt Venezia

Aug 21, 2024 | kplctv.com | Matt Venezia

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As your high school student begins to look to what is next, a review of the changes to the SAT and ACT can serve as a helpful reminder to both parents and students. In March of 2024, the SAT featured a shorter, digital, and adaptive exam. According to the National Test Prep Association, the changes have resulted in students performing better on the practice versions than the real exam, which is something to keep in mind on test day.

Aug 21, 2024 | wafb.com | Matt Venezia

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As your high school student begins to look to what is next, a review of the changes to the SAT and ACT can serve as a helpful reminder to both parents and students. In March of 2024, the SAT featured a shorter, digital, and adaptive exam. According to the National Test Prep Association, the changes have resulted in students performing better on the practice versions than the real exam, which is something to keep in mind on test day.

Aug 20, 2024 | wafb.com | Matt Venezia

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - The Gardere Initiative implemented a summer youth program to help middle and high school students. The efforts helped reduce youth violence in the community. Through a series of career building activities like afternoon career workshops and employment readiness skill trainings, an average of 40 students each day were impacted. Daily challenges faced during the program included limited indoor space and extreme temperatures outside.

Aug 6, 2024 | wafb.com | Matt Venezia

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - Rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has been listed as the Washington Commanders first string quarterback ahead of the team's first preseason game Saturday at the New York Jets. He will start this game after having an impressive fall camp. "I just love playing football, so I'm happy about it," Daniels told the Associated Press.

Aug 5, 2024 | wafb.com | Matt Venezia

BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) - As Hurricane Debby makes landfall in the southeast, it serves as another reminder that hurricane preparedness is critical. Hurricane season is still in its early stages in what is expected to be an active season. A piece to that is flood insurance, which is required if you live in a high-risk flood zone, and can help minimize costs when flooding and water damage arise.