The St. Landry Parish School Board faces a critical decision as it works to address a state ultimatum regarding the merger of Opelousas Junior High and Opelousas Senior High. The Louisiana Department of Education has mandated the merger due to Opelousas Junior High’s consistent “F” grade over the past seven years, despite the senior high maintaining a “C” rating. The school board has been given until March 11 to develop a merger plan, which is anticipated to be presented for a vote next week. Mayor Julius Alsandor voiced his thoughts on this pressing matter, which has sparked concern among parents in the community…