School Choice Options for Louisiana Students
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School Choice in Louisiana
These are some of the options families in Louisiana have when choosing the best education environment for their child. Click on the links at the top of this page to learn more and access resources for families, educators, and system leaders.
Traditional Public Schools
Public schools serve local communities and are open to all students. They follow state-approved curriculum standards and are funded by taxpayer dollars to ensure a well-rounded, accessible education.
Charter Schools
Charter schools offer innovative approaches to education and greater flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods. They’re publicly funded and open to all students, with accountability to state standards and school performance.
Nonpublic Schools
Approved nonpublic schools offer families a private school option that meets specific state requirements. They may provide unique curricula, faith-based programs, or specialized instruction to fit family preferences.
Nonpublic Schools Not Seeking State Approval
These private schools operate independently without state oversight. They offer more freedom in curriculum design, though they aren’t required to meet state standards or performance reporting.
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Louisiana Teacher of the Year Semifinalists
- Acadia Parish: Elise Boutin
- Allen Parish: Christian Harrington
- Ascension Parish: Morgan Green
- Avoyelles Parish: Jodie T. Melancon
- Bossier Parish: Chris Kourvelas
- Calcasieu Parish: Dr. Suresh Chiruguru
- Claiborne Parish: Hannah Talley Sanders
- Collegiate Academies: Nora McGann
- Evangeline Parish: Jessica Capseta
- Hynes Charter School: Jazmyne Darby
- Iberia Parish: Racquell Archangel
- Jefferson Parish: Dawn LaFargue-Armelin
- Lafayette Parish: Jessica "Joy" Stalnaker
- Morris Jeff Community School: Steven Kennedy
- Ouachita Parish: Jennifer Callender
- Richland Parish: Susan Shrader
- St. Bernard Parish: Christina McCarta
- St. Charles Parish: Annette Blanchard
- St. Mary Parish: Rebecca Nguyen
- St. Tammany Parish: Carra "Beth" Melton
- Tangipahoa Parish: Jill Williams
- Terrebonne Parish: Leah Voisin
- University View Academy: Raven Cole
- Zachary Community School District: Adrianne Dykes
Louisiana Principal of the Year Semifinalists
- Beauregard Parish: S. Chad Schulz
- Caddo Parish: Robert Middleton
- Calcasieu Parish: Dr. Shonna Anderson
- Central Community School District: Brandon LaGroue
- DeSoto Parish: Amanda LaFollette
- East Baton Rouge Parish: Dr. Tongelia McCray-Rowan
- FirstLine Schools: Glenda Welch Baylis
- Franklin Parish: Anna Tarver
- Grant Parish: Jennifer Winslett
- Iberville Parish: Dr. Amanda Austin
- Lafourche Parish: Dr. Decina Rodriguez
- Lincoln Parish: Tiffany Curry
- Livingston Parish: Anne “Beth” Jones
- Natchitoches Parish: Micah Coleman
- Plaquemines Parish: Holly Eiswirth
- Rapides Parish: Rebecca Warren
- Red River Parish: Michael Beck
- Sabine Parish: Donya Tatum
- St. John the Baptist Parish: Dr. Kara Lawson
- St. Landry Parish: Casey Comeaux
- St. Martin Parish: Tiedra Hawkins
- Vernon Parish: Jennifer Wilbanks
- West Baton Rouge Parish: Kelley Stein
- West Feliciana Parish: Brittney Rosenbach
Louisiana Early Childhood Teacher of the Year Finalists
- East Baton Rouge Parish: Julie Cook
- East Baton Rouge Parish: Montrellani Gordon
- Franklin Parish: Tasha Jones
- Jefferson Parish: Nicole Williams
- West Baton Rouge Parish: Yashica Murphy
Louisiana Early Childhood Leader of the Year Finalists
- East Baton Rouge Parish: Ashley Beal
- Iberville Parish: Rockeisha Walker
- Plaquemines Parish: Ava Hingle
- Rapides Parish: Michelle Queen
- Vermillion Parish: Tiffany Comeaux
Louisiana New Teacher of the Year Finalists
- Ascension Parish: Ashlie Clouatre
- Bossier Parish: Alex Devine
- Ouachita Parish: Samantha Valentine
- Iberville Parish: Olivia Landry
- Lafayette Parish: Morgan Toups
- Rapides Parish: William Foley
- Calcasieu Parish: Tiffany Pfeifer
- Jackson Parish: Trey Porchay
- Zachary Community School District: Braxton Michel
These programs provide an opportunity to acknowledge those teachers and leaders who are making exceptional gains with students. Their commitment to student success exemplifies Louisiana’s education profession.