Schools Receive LEAP Rewards

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Volume 29, Number 3
May 2004
Schools Receive LEAP Rewards
The Louisiana Department of
Education made the following awards
for LEAP Academic Growth:
S.P. Arnett Middle $ 9,133.30
College Oaks
$11,964.70
T.S. Cooley
$ 6,664.25
DeQuincy High
$10,260.14
Frasch Elementary $14,914.90
Iowa High
$11,383.85
JF Kennedy
$ 7,539.40
LaGrange High
$22,767.70
Moss Bluff Middle $17,567.40
Starks High
$ 8,040.80
Sulphur High
$40,641.00
Vinton High
$ 6,948.30
Vinton Middle
$ 4,807.00
TOTAL
$172,632.74
Inside this
issue:
Board Spotlight
2
Partners in Education
4
Congratulations
8
Noteworthy
9
In the Schools
11
Quality Corner
15
Students of the Year
17
Awards & Honors
18
Onxley Attends National Arts Action Summit
Kerry A. Onxley, Westlake High School Theatre Arts teacher, attended the Arts Advocacy Day in
Washington, D.C. He represented Calcasieu Parish along with 150 art
specialist from around the United States. Arts Advocacy Day is a national
advocacy and grassroots campaign organized by Americans for the Arts and is
co-sponsored by more than 65 national arts, humanities, educational and civic
organizations. It is held in conjunction with the Congressional Arts Caucus.
The main focus of the summit was to increase funding directed to arts in the
classroom and encourage Congress to continue its support of arts in
education. While in attendance, Onxley participated in workshops and met
with congressional leaders to stress the importance of arts in the classroom.
— Kerry A. Onxley
Teachers Attend CBT Training
The Technology Training Center Staff, working collaboratively with C&I representatives in the
Elementary, Middle School Math, and High School Math departments have engaged over 275
teachers in high level professional learning experiences. The focus of the training sessions have
been to improve student achievement. The training consisted
of three days of face-to-face professional development
sessions with an online component aimed at building
technology integration capacity through teacher instruction;
therefore improving student achievement through infusing
technology into the curriculum. The teachers participate in a
data-driven, technology-integrated professional development
program allowing collaboration and support among peers. As
teachers learn about technology-integration strategies,
research-based best practices, content specific material and
action research, they design technology-connected lessons to
address student needs.
— Diane R. Mason
Calcasieu Parish School
System receives BESE
Certificate of Recognition
Calcasieu Parish Teacher
Appreciation Luncheon
A teacher appreciation luncheon was hosted by
Outback Steakhouse to honor the Calcasieu Parish
School System's school-level Teachers of the Year.
The event was organized by Ted Carter, Managing
Partner of Outback, and Matt Voeller, Outback
Manager. Leo Miller, Jr., Assistant Superintendent of
Administration, Curriculum, and Instruction served
as the school district's coordinator. Outback
Steakhouse provided a variety of menu choices for
the teachers and their principals. The company's
employees donated their time and Lowe's provided door prizes. Pictured with Outback staff are
Superintendent of Schools Jude Theriot and Leo Miller, Jr.
U.S. Congressman David Vitter
presented Calcasieu with a
$100,000 check as part of an
education technology plan he
worked on in Congress. The funding
will provide technology
improvements across the district.
Calcasieu is one of 12 school
districts around the state to receive
funding under Vitter’s plan.
School Board Spotlight
R.L. Webb
District 2
Iowa High won district baseball
championship as well as boys and girls
district track championships. The girls
went on to win the regional
championship and the boys were
regional runners up. Also Iowa High was
awarded over $11,000 for its’
performance on the GEE testing program. LeBleu
Settlement Elementary hosted a Family Reading Night
Pajama party on January 7th. Three hundred sixty
three visitors were welcomed by a student presentation
on the school wide video production system. Families
then broke into individual groups to read and
demonstrate the Accelerated Reader comprehension
quizzes on the networked computers. All were treated
to a picnic lunch of hotdogs, chips, Smores, and cold
drinks. A very special thanks for a job well-done to Roy
Blanchette upon his retirement after thirty-nine years
in education as teacher, coach, and principal.
Congratulations to Reinette Guillory on her
appointment as principal of Bell City High School upon
the retirement of Roy Blanchette. Mrs. Guillory, a
native of Bell City, has served as assistant principal
here for four years. LeBleu Settlement Elementary tied
for 2nd place at the Literary Extravaganza.
Sheral A. LaVergne
District 2
Congratulations to Washington-Marion
Magnet School’s Boys’ and Girls’
Powerlifting Team on their national
championship. J.D. Clifton Elementary’s
gym renovations and the construction of
the student pickup area have been
completed, and these areas are currently
fully operational.
Clara F. Duhon
District 3
Pearl Watson's Spirit Team won 1st place
in cheerleading and 3rd place in dance at
the Black Heritage Cheer and Dance
Competition. During "Spring Break",
Nancy Robinson, Reynaud CLC Director
has a great trip in store for the middle
school students that attend the after
school program. Students, parents, partners,
sponsors, and staff members will be going on a four
day trip to Atlanta, GA. The students paid one third of
the cost and the remaining cost was funded through
the Reynaud CLC 21st Century grant funds. They will
share their experiences in the next issue.
Gregory P. Robert
District 4
Prien Lake is to be commended for their
participation in the Total Quality
Management training and
implementation. Congratulations to
College Oaks for Exemplary Academic
Growth, financial award, and flag. Dolby
Elementary was first runner-up in the
Clean Campus Contest. Beta Club members
coordinated the event. Congratulations to the S. J.
Welsh Student Council for their 1st place win in "The
Spirit Cheer" competition. The all-day convention was
held at the Civic Center to foster leadership among
students. Barbe Elementary lunch buddies enjoy
eating with their 4th and 5th grade friends, and we
appreciate all of the time they spend befriending
students. Congratulations to students of Prien Lake for
accomplishments in the areas of music, writing,
science, and chess. Devonte Aaron, a student in Mrs.
Henderson's second grade class at Pearl Watson
Elementary School, was Fox 29 Student of the Month.
The new pod addition of a boy’s and girl’s bathrooms
and teacher’s workroom and new gym, funded with
bond money, was recently completed.
Dale B. Bernard
District 5
Under the direction of first grade
teacher Elizabeth Jean, M.J. Kaufman
students raised $1,946.89 for St. Jude's
Children Research Hospital. T.S.
Cooley's Student of the Year, Reagan
Womack, was the 1st runner-up in the
parish competition. T.S. Cooley will
receive $6,664.00 for "Recognized Growth in Test
Scores". M.J. Kaufman students Samuel Joseph and
Blake Young placed first and third, respectively, in the
VFW Americanism Essay Contest. Dolby Elementary
was recognized as a "2004 Capitol Classrooms
Showcase School" at the state capitol during
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Educational Technology Week in April. Calcasieu
Parish Student of the Year, Nelson student, Merritt
Harrelson was recently interviewed for regional student
of the year.
Philip Tarver
District 6
Music teacher Peggy Fletcher of Prien
Lake is to be commended for her active
involvement in the Vocal Music Teachers
Organization and the District V Honor
Chorus performances. F.K. White Middle
School is proud to announce that Art
teacher Mrs. Debra Lavergne has been
selected as 2003-2004 Teacher of the Year for the
school. Nationally ranked S. J. Welsh students
Christian Bruchhaus and Mark Holtzman traveled to
Pittsburgh to participate in a national chess
tournament. Christian ranked 58th in the middle
school category. The Accelerated Reader program has
greatly benefited the students at Barbe Elementary.
The children have demonstrated higher book level
scores and there has also been a reduction in the
number of at-risk students. St. John Grades 1-3
teachers hosted a Math Family Night on Monday, April
26, 2004. About 300 first, second and third grade
students and parents attended. Philip Tarver Congratulations to Dawn Holtzman of Prien Lake who
has been named Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year.
John M. Falgout
District 7
Brentwood Elementary is excited with the
addition of a new Pre-K class to our
school campus. We welcome the new
students along with their teacher, Mrs.
Veronica Broussard and the class aide,
Ms. Heather Jackson. Prien Lake is to be
commended for recognition as having the
cleanest campus. Mrs. Stagg was awarded the Drew
grant and Mrs. Mayo received a TNT grant.
Congratulations to both of you!
James W. Pitre
District 8
Under the direction of M.J. Kaufman
librarian Stacy Lavoi, a Christmas penny
drive netted $928.41 for purchasing new
library books. The Prien Lake faculty is
continuing to improve skills for using
technology in the classroom through the
INTECH training program.
Congratulations to Mrs. Bobbi Yancey, College Oaks
Teacher of the Year and for also being named Southeast
Art Teacher of the Year! M.J. Kaufman students
Amberly Thibodeaux and Elsie Thibodeaux won first
and second places, respectively, in the Louisiana
Region 5 Science and Engineering Fair at Burton
Coliseum. The Dolby Elementary Chorus under the
direction of Wava McClain won the sweepstakes trophy
at the district festival in March. At the 2004 District
BETA convention, S.J. Welsh student Brice Primeaux
was the district winner for "Impromptu Speaking".
Holly Carter was nominated Chaplain candidate for the
state convention. St. John Elementary faculty and staff
attended workshops dealing with the teaching strategy
known as PATHS - "Promoting Alternative Thinking
Strategies" on April 26 the TAP review team from the
Milken Family Foundation interviewed master, mentor,
career teachers and an administrator to determine
program effectiveness at Nelson.
Dr. Edward Stephens
District 9
Mrs. Tina Yentzen, fourth grade teacher at
Western Heights Elementary School, has
been named Teacher of the Year 2004-2005.
Brad Brinkley has been named TEACHER
OF THE YEAR for Westlake High School.
Mr. Brinkley has taught in the Westlake
schools for 6 years. He currently teaches
English. Westlake High School hosted Banner Series artist
Guy Davis. Mr. Davis is an international blues artist who
has appeared on shows such as Late Night With Conan
O'Brien.
James W. Karr, Sr.
District 10
DeQuincy Elementary School fifth grade
teacher Mrs. Kasha Irwin was named
DARE teacher of the year. The April 04
School Board Meeting was held at
DeQuincy Middle School. A performance
by the DeQuincy High School BETA
Club, under the direction of Melonee
Cooper, has advanced to national competition.
Jay L. Duhon
District 11
Congratulations to Chelsea Faulk and
Austin Hardy for being selected
Sweetheart and Beau of Lewis Middle
School for the 2003-04 school year. As a
new targeted assisted Title I school, W.T.
Henning is making excellent use of
tutors working with at-risk students in
grades one through three. We are presently making
plans to open the computer lab next fall in order to
enhance instruction for all grade levels. Vinton Middle
School received a check for $4,807 for academic
growth. Vinton High School has received over $6,000
for their SPS. It is now a Two Star School. Terrah
O'Quinn, third grade student in Sarah Jane Eakin's
third grade class, won first place in the City of
Sulphur's Cleanest City Art Contest. Honorable
Mention winners were Genie Burton, Danielle Landry,
Tiffany Lyons, Amber Paul, and Brandon Darby.
Joe A. Andrepont
District 12
Congratulations to Natalie Fruge for being
named student of the year at Lewis Middle
School for 2003-04. W.T. Henning's
Chess tournament team placed 4th at the
parish level and 6th at the state level. Lee
Ann Stephens at Frasch Elementary
received a H.C. Drew Grant in the amount
of $18,811.95 for fourth grade technology.
Billy Breaux
District 13
Congratulations to Margaret Goode on
her appointment as principal of
Maplewood Middle School. Thanks to all
that have been involved in the final
stages of the school’s building updates
and improvements. A special thanks to
faculty, staff, students, and community
for being patient with the renovations of the school
campus these last three years. And a special ‘thank
you’ to the teachers and staff at Maplewood for their
dedication and excellent job teaching and working with
their students this year. Congratulations to Katie
Alexander, Lane Clavier, Kenny Domingue, Amber
Doucet, Meredith Harris, Stephanie LaCoste, Travis
Malone, Matthew McMillen. Kayla Pooser, Simone
Santiny, and Samantha Seegraves from Lewis Middle
School for being selected to the 2003-04 District V
Honor Band. Dustin Darbonne, a 4th grader at E.K.
Key Elementary, placed 2nd in the fourth grade division
at the Regional Spelling Bee at McNeese State
University.
Rev. J.L. Franklin
District 14
Congratulations to the Lake CharlesBoston High School’s Boys’ Basketball
State Championship Team. The staff at
Brentwood welcomes Dr. Tom Taylor, an
educational consultant with the JBHM
Company. Dr. Taylor brings with him a
wealth of educational experiences that he
is sharing with the staff at Brentwood.
Bryan LaRocque
District 15
The school year of 2003-2004 at Moss
Bluff Elementary was a safe and
productive year. The school is excited
about the new computers that were
purchased to help enhance technology
resources for the students. The
computers have replaced out dated
computers that were previously in the computer lab.
Brianne Cruze was awarded the golden rule award,
Allison Aguillard’s art work was accepted into the
Gypsy Jazz Show, John David Broussard is M.B.E.
student of the year, and Christian Tarver was also
accepted into the Gypsy Jazz Art Show. Gillis
Elementary is receiving funds to purchase math
manipulatives, math-related literature, and the
technology tools to produce and present PowerPoints of
the books. There will be three moveable math stations
for teachers to use to incorporate literature, technology
and hands on tools into daily math lessons. The
faculty will also be using these tools to collaboratively
create lesson plans and share ideas/feedback on a
blackboard course during the 2004-2005 school year.
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The following art students of Westlake High School
had art work in the Gypsy Jazz Art Show held in
Lake Charles: Candice Young, Aaron Otis, Rachel
Richardson and Erin Acuff. Candice Young
received the 1st Place Award and Aaron Otis
received the 2nd Place Award. Martha Ward and
Mickey Stoker are the art teachers.
— Kerry A. Onxley
Moss Bluff Elementary students are congratulated
for a job well done. Arranged from left to right are
Brianne Cruze awarded the golden rule award,
Allison Aguillard’s art work was accepted into the
Gypsy Jazz Show, John David Broussard is M.B.E.
student of the year, and Christian Tarver was also
accepted into the Gypsy Jazz Art Show.
— Sherina Snead
Moss Bluff Elementary fifth graders had a very
high percentage of students graduate from the Dare
program in January 2004. Drug awareness and
prevention is a high priority for Moss Bluff
Elementary. Thanks to Deputy Brad Arabie and
Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office for making this
program possible.
— Sherina Snead
Bridgette Culpepper of Sulphur High School has
been chosen (LAFCS) Louisiana Association of
Family & Consumer Sciences State Teacher of the
Year. This award was presented to Bridgette at the
LCFCS state meeting held in Opelousas, February 6,
2004. Bridgette Culpepper teaches Prostart
(Culinary Cooperative Program), Nutrition & Food,
Adult Responsibility, and Parenthood at Sulphur
High School.
— Pat McManemin, FACS Consultant
Molo's students explored the connection between
the classroom and the real business world. The
guidance department sponsored its annual Career
Fair on Feb. 28th. Presenters included Attorney
Wells Watson & Rebecca Todd, Mrs. Elaine Boone
of G.E. Financial, Epps Library, The City of Lake
Charles Work Force, Mrs. Lillie Wilson of Upward
Bound, Mr. Aaron Cormier Photography, Dr.
Nancy Shepard, Chief Hamilton & LaGrange Navy
Jr. R.O.T.C. and the Tournament of the Stars. An
added motivation to the fair was the success stories
of former Molo Middle students. Positive proof that
the students can not only achieve IN business; but,
they can actually OWN the business. Ms. D.
Robinson, Principal, Ms. B. Robinson, Counselor,
Ms. S.Guillory, Tutor
— Ms. Brenda Robinson
Jessie D. Clifton Elementary's National Library
Week was celebrated with the following activities
offered by librarian Marla Edwards: "Read-A-Rama"
in which students competed to successfully read the
most Accelerated Reader books; "Guess the Number
of Books in the Library" in which all classes
participated; "Thirsty Thursday at the Library" in
which faculty and staff were invited to visit the
library to relax to soothing music, read, and enjoy
refreshments.
— Marjorie Cormier
based on the highest Accelerated Reader average or
who had shown significant AR growth.
— D. Trahan
The third grade teachers at E.K. Key Elementary
were recently awarded the Drew Grant. The funding
will provide computers and software to aid students
in completing two projects. The first project requires
students to create signs and banners for Care/Help
to use in announcing their supply and uniform
needs for the coming school year. Students will also
create a calendar as part of the second project. The
calendars will be printed and bound by Citgo, Key's
Partner In Ed, and then sold in the community.
Funds generated will be used to purchase nonperishable items for Care/Help's food baskets. This
is a community venture in which the students are
eager to participate. Thanks goes to the H.C. Drew
Estate for thier support of education in our area.
— Stephanie Wilson
On Saturday, March 27th St. John Elementary
hosted their 1st annual Quiz Bowl Tournament.
Seven different schoools competed bringing in 19
teams including both 4th and 5th grade
participants. R.W. Vincent Elementary won both
1st and 2nd place with their two teams. T.S. Cooley
Elementary placed 3rd with one of their teams,
while one of St. John's teams placed 4th. The
tournament was conducted by Jill Longenbaugh
and Emma Broussard.
— Cherie Couvillion
Cynthia Franklin and Linda Hudson attended the
April 30 workshop for teachers in New Orleans that
included tours of the D-Day Museum and the New
Orleans Historical Museum.
— Linda Hudson
On Thursday April 8th, Mr. Tim, Miss Laura and
Harvey Rabbit entertained Gillis Elementary
students as they presented "Character Counts."
Harvey and his friends were challenged to make the
right choices in different situations and the students
were able to interact with Harvey and his friends to
help them with their decisions.
— Tim Savoy
Grades K, 1st, 2nd and 3rd hosted "Zone Out Night"
at Gillis on April 6. Despite the heavy rain there
was a great turnout. The students read to their
parents and then took Accelerated Reader tests in
the library.
— Tim Savoy
Moss Bluff Elementary Kindergarten would like to
say ‘thank you’ to Sonic in Moss Bluff for the
patience and kindness shown during a recent field
trip. The manager, Jason Powell, warmly welcomed
the classes to tour the restaurant. The children
especially appreciated the complimentary slushes!
— Sherina Snead
Mrs. Carmen Smith's Pre-K has combined
teamwork, cooperation, and creative thinking skills
as they work on a very special year-long project.
The class studied Native American Indians in
November and learned how they created totem poles
to show stories about their life. The class worked in
groups to depict highlights of their school year. The
pieces depict their various field trips, their studies
and class celebrations. They will continue to add to
it all year. Can't wait to see how tall it is in May!
They used paint, colored paper, markers, glue and
coffe cans for this special project.
— Carmen Smith
Gillis Elementary Science Fair Winners are as
follows: Kaitlyn Miller - Overall Best of Show,
Tommy Thompson and Chase Walker - 1st Place,
Adam Summers - 2nd Place, Zackary Farque and
Jordan Mayeau - 3rd Place. Gillis Elementary
Social Studies Fair Winners are: Heidi Elter Overall Best of Show, Josh Jagneaux - 1st Place,
Conner Thompson and Tyler Vidrine - 2nd Place,
Kyle LaPointe and Devin Ashworth - 3rd Place.
— Tim Savoy
St. John Elementary hosted a Chess Tournament
on January 17, 2004 for grades K-12. Total players
participating were 121. Sam Breaux and Sergio
Pimentel officiated. The tournament was sponsored
by Farm Bureau, Lake Charles Toyota, Market
Basket, Coca Cola and Frito Lay.
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Our Lunch Buddy Program, a school based program
of Big Brothers Big Sisters, has been a great success
this year. The Lunch Buddies were 7 employees of
Georgia Gulf, our Patners in Education. They came
twice a month for 45 minutes to have lunch with the
children and spend some time. The children really
enjoyed and benefited by having involvement from
outside caring adults. The program was spotlighted
on KPLC. We look forwatd to having the program
again next year and hope to be increasing the
number involved.
— Gale McGee
Mrs. Daisy Cole's MMG/SC class collected Coke
can tabs for their "WEE Care" project. Monies were
donated to the Children's Hospital.
— Rita Mazilly
On April 24th all the schools held a community open
house to show off the improvements we had made
since the bond issue. Our girls softball team
qualified for the playoffs this year for the first time.
We sent 12 students to the state literary rally.
Vinton High school received over $6,000 for SPS.
— Keith Bonin
Maplewood Middle School students acknowledged
and awarded for creating posters for Sulphur
Cleanest City promotion. The winners of 1st, 2nd,
and 3rd place were: Dustin Darbonne, Ashley St.
Amant, Kaitlyn Carlton, Leah Cordell, Hilary
Pryor, Maygan Fontenot, Haley Guillory, and
Bethany Landry. Awarded Honorable Mention were:
Lajessikah Jack, Laura Dougherty, Kelli Pellerin,
Skylar Perkins, Chelsea Roll, Kanada DeBurr,
Kayla Felton, Brittany Vincent, Nomi Allison,
Brianna Jones, Andricia Freeman, Sarah Thrash,
Lauren Baldassari, Natascha Tower, Ashia Boxia,
Traci Campbell, Michael Small, Philip Zachary,
Rebecca Bolen, and Qualin Pryor. The theme for
the mini-poster contest was “Help keep our city
clean, litter bit by litter bit.” Each student received a
city of Sulphur pin from mayor Ron LeLeaux.
Retired teacher, Joyce Langley, chairman of the
Clean City Contest, and Georgette Jones, cochairman judged the posters. Both women are
members of Sulphur Garden Club.
— Tanya Eubanks
Construction is ongoing at Barbe Elementary. The
multipurpose room is gaining more space. New
construction involves a new library, art room, and
two Pre-K classrooms.
— Mark LeBeau
3rd Grade students of Hope Bowen’s class at
Maplewood Middle School are enjoying the
outcome of their hard work. Earlier this spring the
students, parents, faculty, and community members
installed a butterfly garden. Southern Gardens
provided the garden for use as an outdoor learning
station for pre-K to eighth grade science, math, and
language arts classes.
— Tanya Eubanks
Ralph Wilson held their first annual academic gala
"Celebrating Success" featuring the Student of the
Year and nominees. Each classroom also had a girl
and boy representative. These students were chosen
Students at E.K. Key Elementary now enjoy
reading their library books seated comfortably on
furniture purchased by CITGO. A beautiful sofa, two
matching love seats, a chair, and an oak table were
added to our newly redecorated library. Our goal is
to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere where
students have the desire to visit the library as often
as possible. Thanks to CITGO's help in purchasing
books, software, furniture, and funding the painting
for the library, we have obtained our goal.
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Partners in Education
Moss Bluff Elementary Kindergarten Teachers
attended Staff Development for Educators
conference in Baton Rouge January 26th and 27th.
Funds were made available by Wal-Mart’s matching
funds program, Texas Roadhouse, Melanie PerryState Farm, Mike Clary-Allstate, Sonic, Pizza Hut
and M.B.E. fund raisers. All donations were greatly
appreciated.
— Sherina Snead
Farmers Rice Mill donated $750 toward the
purchase of library books at LeBleu Settlement.
— S. Mhire
T.S. Cooley would like to thank Basell for supplying
judges, ribbons, and trophies for their annual Lip
Sync contest. They also supplied judges for their
Social Studies, Math, and Science fairs.
— Fanny Odom
J.D. Clifton’s Partner in Education, the Westlake
Group, provided some of its members to judge the
annual Science and Social Studies Fairs at Clifton.
Basell will host an end-of-the-year tour and
luncheon for T.S. Cooley student of the year
nominees. Basell will also supply the trophies,
ribbons, and certificates for T.S. Cooley's Awards
Day. Thank You!
— Fanny Odom
Bank One has provided $1,000 for two classroom
grants for curriculum based projects. DynMcDermott has provided $500 for scholarships for
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Camp Invention for three needy students at Dolby.
Odyssey 317 employees donated their time during
the annual Dolby hair cut-a-thon which generated
several hundred dollars for school funds.
DeQuincy Elementary School PIE, Brookshire,
donated enough pill bottles for each student to have
one during testing week. The bottles were filled with
M&M's and the label read "Brain Vitamins for
Testing. Take up to 4 a day as needed for LEAP.”
— Rita Mazilly
S. J. Welsh recently had in a breakfast reception to
honor its Partner in Education members. Principal
"Buzz" Sarver thanked each for their active
participation in this year's school events.
Superintendent Theriot was on hand to discuss
the status of the school's construction. Mr. Sarver
also introduced the 2005 Teacher of the Year,
Pauline Hal.
— Pauline Hal
In support of the school's improvement plans, S. J.
Welsh recently received a beautiful new marquee
from honorary partner, Cameron State Bank.
— Pauline Hal
Colt Charity Day is a huge fundraiser at S. J.
Welsh. Generous donations were received from
partners to help defray the cost of the event. The
school thanks Flavin Realty, Home Depot, Sonic,
Lee Dee Distributing Co., Albertsons, Domino
Pizza, and Coca Cola.
— Pauline Hal
Moss Bluff Elementary would like to thank all
the partners involved with our school this year.
Without you our 2003-2004 school year would not
have been as successful. We appreciate Jeff
Davis Bank, Beauregard Electric, Sonic, Ace
Automotive, Mike Clary Allstate, Melanie Perry
State Farm, and Wendy’s Becky Johnson for
your support.
— Sherina Snead
CITGO purchases Honor Roll and Banner Roll
ribbons to honor students for their academic
performance each six weeks. They will be
awarding students who achieve academic
excellence (Banner Roll) throughout this school
year with gift cards from Wal-Mart. CITGO
representatives will join these deserving E.K. Key
students at a luncheon provided by Key's PTO to
honor their achievements. CITGO continues to
help the E.K. Key Community to provide a quality,
well-balanced education for our students.
Approximately 30 students from the Career
Center attended an IBG party at the Leadership
Center on Ryan Street on Thursday, April 29, for
recognition for their achieving honor roll status or
attaining enough points on their behavior sheets
to be selected for the time-out from school. CITGO
sponsors the party which included pizza and cold
drinks, and recreation games such as pool, ping
pong, basketball, and bowling.
— Linda Hudson
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EdTech Leader of the Year 2003
Sheryl Abshire, Administrative Coordinator of Technology for Calcasieu Parish Schools, is among the finalists for Ed Tech
Leader of the Year 2003. This competition only considers those who utilize cutting-edge, technology-infused practices. Without
a doubt, Sheryl plays a critical role as an administrator in successfully implementing technology as she seeks out new and
innovative technologies as a tool to assist in the increased improvement within our district, region, and state. Described as an
“innovative powerhouse” by Technology and Learning magazine, she is a leader in technology demonstrating leadership, vision,
and creativity in using technology as a tool to advance teaching and learning.
Ms. Abshire has been involved in diverse staff development programs throughout the nation and in Great Britain involving
restructuring schools through the infusion of technology and curriculum enhancements. As a 1991 NEA/NFIE Christa
McAuliffe Fellow, 1991 Louisiana Technology Teacher of the Year, 1992 National Teacher Hall of Fame Inductee, 1998
Louisiana Computer Using Educator of the Year, 1999 McNeese State University Distinguished Alumnus and the 2002 National
Christa McAuliffe Award winner, Sheryl is a nationally recognized speaker. She serves on numerous national, state, and district
committees focusing on the role of technology and curriculum integration in changing educational practice. As a recent member of the ISTE NETS
Writing Team and the Technology for School Administrators Writing Team, she is intensely involved in infusing technology into standards based
instruction.
Sheryl has served as a member of the national K-12 advisory councils for Compaq Computer, Knowledge Adventure and presently serves on the
national advisory boards for Blackboard and Scholastic Administrator. She is the Chairman of the Louisiana Department of Education Committee to
Advance Technology Standards and, since 1997, has served as Chairman of the Louisiana Technology Advisory Commission with the responsibility to
oversee and approve proposals for the expenditure of over $100 million in technological advancements in the Louisiana schools.
Sheryl is the Vice Chair of the Teacher’s Retirement System of Louisiana Board of Trustees and chairs the Investment Committee which oversees the
placement of over 11 billion dollars in retirement funds. She is the secretary for the Executive Committee for the Consortium for School Networking
(CoSN) in Washington, D.C. and chairs their Public Policy Committee and Chief Technology Officers Council. As a nationally recognized speaker, she
has shared her expertise with audiences at the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Consortium for School Networking
Conference, National Education Computing Conference, National School Board Association, National Association of Elementary School Principals,
ESchool News Grants and Funding Conference and at numerous local, regional and state conferences.
In addition to the numerous technology professional development workshops and inservices offered through Sheryl’s department to the district, she
also offers further opportunities to others throughout the community, the five-parish region, and the state. She initiated project-based technology
classes to the community members in an effort to bridge the digital divide through the Community Tech Centers Program for which the program won
the state’s Civic Star Award from the American Association of School Administrators. She is a strong component for serving the five-parish
communities and regional teachers through the Teaching and Learning Technology Centers Program and serves as their director. Sheryl and her
department also host the LACUE regional conference open to all educators within and around the state. Furthermore, she initiated online
professional development classes, university credit classes, and LeadTech classes for educators, principals, and administrators all around the state.
She has touched more lives through technology implementation than one can imagine. Under Sheryl Abshire’s supervision and guidance, Calcasieu
Parish School System has become one of the leading school districts in the nation in the implementation of technology. This past fall, some of her
initiatives were spotlighted in Technology & Learning’s magazine. She embodies the leadership, vision, and creativity in using technology to have
implemented all of these programs, and she continues to build on those programs and initiatives every year. Her department strives for Quality in
Education, a goal to be met by all in Calcasieu Parish.
Ralph Clifton Reynaud Community Learning
Center
In Decmber, the Ralph Clifton Reynaud Community Learning Center rewarded their afterschool students that attend Reynaud Middle and John J. Johnson with a party at Skate City.
These students were recognized for their outstanding attendance and hard work in their
after-school programs. They had a blast! The after-school teachers and staff from both sites,
enjoyed a gumbo social during the holiday season. Nancy Robinson issued Reynaud CLC
2004 calendars out to the community in December. This calendar contains pictures of
student activities, various resource people, fieldtrips taken, parental involvement, summer
camp activities, and community service work. This was a great way to share some of the
wonderful opportunities that this center has to offer to students in our community. Some of
the Reynaud CLC students will be participating in the events of the Black Heritage Festival
this February, for a second year. On March 23, 2004, the CLC spopnsored some of the
students and their parents to attend the 15th Annual Pro-Life Banquet. The keynote speaker
will be Erica Harold, Miss America 2003. The event was held at the Civic Center
— Nancy Robinson - Director
Westlake High School Theatre Wins
Best One Act Play
The Westlake High School
Theatre Department received
superior ratings and won Best
One Act Play at the District Play
Festival held at McNeese State
University on March 19. This is
the second year in a row for
WHS to win this award. The
actors competed with the play
WIT by Margaret Edson. This
moving drama depicts a true life
story of a literary scholar dying
of ovarian cancer. Brittany
Lafleur won Best Actress for her
role as Dr. Vivian Bearing. The
play’s director, Kerry A. Onxley,
received Best Director.
Additionally, the play was
awarded Best Set and Best Ensemble Acting. The department is directed by Kerry A.
Onxley.
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Parish Physical Fitness Meet
Students representing M.J. Kaufman Elementary won first
place at the Calcasieu Parish Physical Fitness Meet on
March 30,2004. Fifth grader
Elaney Miller won gold
medals in the long jump and
600 yard run and a silver
medal in pull-ups. Fourth
grader Shabrenica Creque
won gold medals in pull-ups
and curl-ups. Third grader
David Benoit won a gold
medal in pull-ups, a silver
medal in the long jump, and
a bronze medal in curl-ups.
Third grader Darion Peters
won a gold medal in curl-ups
and a bronze medal in pullups. Elaney placed first in
the girls' division and David
placed third in the boys'
division. These two students
will represent Calcasieu Parish at the State Physical
Fitness Meet in Baton Rouge.
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Congratulations
5th grader, Lindsey DeLouche is College Oaks
Student of the Year. Daniel Godoy-Martinez won
First Place at the LSBA Competition-Elementary
Division.
— Lynette Marcantel
for a chance to win a $500 scholarship to be
deposited in a Louisiana START college tuitions
savings account in their name. This scholarship is
in affiliation with LELA (Louisiana Education Loan
Authority) and will accrue interest over the four
years the student is in high school. Brookney
Brooks was chosen from all of the 8th grade
students entered in La. Mrs. Lovell was contacted
by the La. State Board of Regents and commended
on her dedication to her students' success. The La.
State Board of Regents will hold a ceremony for
Brookney and Mrs. Lovell at F.K. White Middle
School.
— Julie Laughlin
M.J. Kaufman fourth-grader Dashaun Minus
received the Kiwanis "Golden Rule" award. Dashaun
exemplifies this award's concept by his excellent
attitude and dependability. He assists his
classmates by peer tutoring.
— Tammy Adair
Congratulations to Oak Park Elementary Student
of the Year, Jasmine Carroll. Congratulations to
Oak Park Elementary Teacher of the Year, Ms. Mary
Parker and Para-Educator of the year Mrs.
Jacquetta Fontenot.
— Audrette Metoyer
Gillis Elementary is collecting pennies for the
Children's Miracle Network during the months of
February and March. The proceeds will be used to
care for sick children in our community. So far in
the first two weeks we have collected over $400.00
Keep up the good work!
— Tim Savoy
Gillis Elementary had five winners in the 2004
Calcasieu Parish Reading Council's Young Author
Contest. Ficton: 4th Grade, 2nd place: Carrie
Gormanous, Non-fiction: 3rd Grade, 1st place:
Michaela Touchstone, 5th Grade, 1st place:
Elizabeth St.Cyr Illustrations: 4th Grade, 2nd
place: Kaycie Sonnier. The first place winners have
been submitted to the Louisiana Reading Council's
contest, and all winners and their teachers will be
invited to attend an award ceremony in May where
they will be honored with medals and certificates.
— Cathy Fillion
Sheryl Abshire is an “innovative powerhouse” states
Technology and Learning magazine.
— Phyllis Gain
Moss Bluff Elementary had nine winners and three
honorable mentions for the Social Studies Fair. All
went to Regional on March 23, 2004.
— Sherina Snead
Congratulations to the following students whose art
projects were selected for the Gypsy Jazz Art Show:
Jenna Schlofeldt - Grade 2, Brennan Thomas Grade 2, Abby George - Grande 2 and Jacob
Cormier - Grade 2. The winners in each division
were announced on March 5th at Central School at
7 pm.
Alexa Miller of LeBleu Settlement proudly
represented our school at the recent livestock
shows. At the parish livestock show she won Grand
Champion and Grand Champion LA. bred hog, for
the district livestock show she won Reserve
Champion and Reserve Champion LA. bred hog, and
at the state livestock show she won Grand
Champion and Grand Champion LA. bred hog.
— S. Mhire
The parish chess team to represent T.S. Cooley on
February 28th are George Broussard, Daniel
Hennigan, Robert Smith, Patrick Thomas, Hadir
Mir, Grant Fontenot, Austin Harris, and Logan
Settoon. Students competing in the MSU Spelling
Bee on March 6th are Chase Broussard (3rd grade),
Rachel Rust (4th grade), and Grant Fontenot (5th
grade). T.S. Cooley had an oratorical contest on
February 9th. The overall winner was Alexis
Wilmore. T.S. Cooley also had its Social Studies and
Science fairs. The overall Social Studies Fair winner
was Jordan LaVergne. The overall Science Fair
winner was Patrick Thomas. T.S. Cooley held its
annual Lip Sync contest on February 19th. The
overall winner was Anna B. Breaux.
— Fanny Odom
LeBleu Settlement Special Education students
were chosen to participate in the “Artist in the
Classroom” grant. The first artist to participate was
Mary LeCompte, a local storyteller, who enhanced
special ed students’ understanding of different types
of art.
— S. Mhire
St. John Elementary teams placed second and
third in the Prairie Region of the Stock Market
Game. Second-place team members were Desirae
Collins, Allegra Betancourt and Ashlee
Schlesinger. Third-place teams members were
Blake O'Quinn, Ethan Soileau and Elray
Sepulvado. The Louisiana Council for Economic
Education awarded $50 to the second place team
and $25 to the third place team. The Stock Market
Game is a tool for teaching about the role of savings
and investing in the American economic system.
Art teacher, Bobbi Yancey is the 2005 College Oaks
Teacher of the Year. 4th grade teacher, Willona
Jackson is the Calcasieu Parish Reading Teacher of
the Year. The 2004 Young Author's First Place
winners from College Oaks are: Poetry: K - Isabell
Pate; 1st grade - Taylor Monroe; 4th grade - Cadie
Hoffpauir; 5th grade - Lindsey DeLouche.
Brittany Karl received Honorable Mention in the
State of Louisiana Jr. Duck Stamp Competition for
the 4th-6th Grade Division. Daniel GodoyMartinez’s entry in K-12 Juried Art
Associates/Banners "Gypsy Jazz" Exhibit received
the Art Sponsor Associates Award and art supplies.
The following students were awarded certificates at
Central School for outstanding artwork in the Gypsy
Jazz Contest: Abby George, Jacob Cormier and
Jenna Schlotfeldt. Out of 200 entries only 45 were
chosen. All three of our entries made it into the
show.
— Linda Borel
On March 16th, the following Gillis Elementary
studens were honored at the V.F.W. Post 9933
annual awards banquet for their participation in the
Americanism contest: 5th Grade - Stephanie
Klasen, 1st place and 3rd in district, D'Angelo
Johnson, 2nd place, 4th Grade - Tara Barbie, 1st
place - Derek Stewart, 2nd place - Trent
Touchstone, 3rd place, 2nd Grade - Sydney
Demarets, 1st place and 5th in district, Katelyn
Benoit, 2nd place - Kindergarten - Samantha O'Neil,
1st place and 2nd in district, Ethan Frye, 2nd place.
As of April 11th, Gillis Elementary students have
passed over 5041 Accelerated Reader tests and have
earned a total of 2870.9 points. Congratulations to
all of you and keep up the good work!
— Tim Savoy
Congratulations to Beth Flanagan, Gillis
Elementary's Teacher of the Year. Beth has been
teaching for 14 years and this is her 2nd year at
Gillis. She is also working on her national
certification. We are proud of you Beth!
— Tim Savoy
Western Heights Elementary School art teacher
Melissa Harrell submitted student art work in
several competitions. Hannah Hermann, 5th grade,
received Honorable Mention in the Louisiana School
Board Art Competition. Kade Holland, 5th grade,
won second place in the Gypsy Jazz Juried Art K-12
Exhibition in the Elementary Division. Logan
Durant, 1st grade, Jenna Schuck, 3rd grade, and
Lauren Lowe, 3rd grade, were also selected to be
exhibited. Gypsy Jazz was exhibited in the Art
Associates Gallery of Central School. Orlando Parr,
1st grade, Morgan Green, Kindergarten, Ben Myers,
4th grade, and Hannah Hermann, 5th grade, had
art selected for exhibition in the annual parish wide
art show in the Gibson Barham Gallery of the
Imperial Calcasieu Museum.
— Grace Guth
Amy Lovell (8th grade English teacher) submitted
all of her 8th grade English students into a drawing
Melodie Bimle was selected as our new Teacher of
the Year for the 2004-2005 school year.
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Congratulations!
— Gale McGee
Carolyn Ettinger is this year's Bell City High
School teacher of the year. Mrs. Ettinger, who
teaches middle-school social studies, has been an
educator for thirty years. She has been on the
faculty of Kaufman Elementary, LaGrange Middle,
and F.K. White Middle schools. As a member of
Alpha Delta Kappa teaching sorority, Mrs. Ettinger
has held two state offices and is soon to be installed
as president of the sorority's local chapter.
— Cynthia Nunez
T.S. Cooley was the Overall Winner in the
Elementary Division of the Literary Extravaganza.
Eleven students placed. T.S. Cooley received a
plaque for "Most Winners" in the Elementary
Division of the La. Region V Science and Engineering
Fair. T.S. Cooley has received this award 3 years in
a row. Austin Harris was the Overall Winner of the
Elementary Division. Seven T.S. Cooley students
placed in the Calcasieu Parish Reading Council's
"Young Authors" contest. Alexandria Lemoines
was also a state winner. The T.S. Cooley choir won
the Sweepstake's trophy at the LMEA District
Festival. They attended the state festival April 30th.
Three students achieved "Superior" ratings in the
National Federation Piano Festival held at McNeese.
Eleven T.S. Cooley students participated in the
Maplewood Chess Tournament. Three students
placed. Two T.S. Cooley teams participated in the
St. John Quiz Bowl Tournament. Team 2 placed
2nd in the tournament.
— Fanny Odom
Congratulations! A student at Moss Bluff
Elementary, Darren Hooper, has been selected as a
State Grade Level Runner-Up in the Annual ZanerBloser National Handwriting Contest.
— Sherina Snead
Angela Ardoin and Emily Rutherford each received
TNT Innovation Grants for $700. The Dolby
Elementary Chorus under the direction of Wava
McClain won the sweepstakes trophy at the district
festival.
Maplewood Middle School congratulates Cathy
Clark, second grade teacher for Elementary Teacher
of the Year and Dawn Fox, eighth-grade teacher for
being selected Middle School Teacher of the Year.
— Tanya Eubanks
Great job! Mark Richard, Middle School Counselor
of Maplewood Middle School was named Middle
School Counselor of Calcasieu Parish Schools for
2004!
— Tanya Eubanks
DeQuincy Elementary School students placing in
the Young Author Contest are Hannah Streams,
Sandy Dykes 1st grade, second place for the Parish
Fiction Division and Dustin Sellers, Mickey
Marcantel 3rd grade, first in the Parish Portrait
Division and 3rd in State. Dustin was the only
Calcasieu Parish winner of seven state winners.
McKenzie Cooper, DeQuincy Elementary School
4th grade student in Linda Dunham's class was
March Fox 29 Student of the Month. DeQuincy
Elementary School Pre K teacher Brenda Shirley
was chosen as KYKZ 96 Teacher of the Week. C.J.
Carter placed 1st at the Parish Physical Fitness. He
received four 1st place medals and one 3rd place out
of 70 events. C.J. is in Mrs. Kasha Irwin's fifth
grade class at DeQuincy Elementary School. He will
compete in State on May 1st. Tiffany Breaux won
1st plae in Softball toss and 2nd place in 50m run in
the Special Olmpics that was held in Lake Charles
on April 2nd. Tiffany is a student in Daisy Cole's
class at DeQuincy Elementary School.
— Rita Mazilly
Five students in Pam Stelly's sixth grade social
studies class at J.I. Watson entered the "Say Hello
to ASIMO" Essay Contest. The following students
made the Contest Top 50 Honor Roll List our of 564
entries: Shane Manuel, Morgan Nutt, Kaitlyn
Leblanc, Brandon Rathmann and Justin Sittig.
— Ann Marshall
Eighth grade SPARK students took part in the
annual international "Knowledge Master Open."
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Noteworthy
Moss Bluff Elementary Kindergarten Teachers
attended Staff Development for Educators
conference in Baton Rouge January twenty sixth
and twenty seventh. The conference was informative
and motivational.
— Sherina Snead
The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
recently announced that Gillis Elementary was
recognized by them for maintaining accreditation
and membership in the Association for 20 years.
— Tim Savoy
The Prien Lake faculty is continuing to participate
in professional development workshops and
conferences. Principal Irene Greathouse, Assistant
Principal Veronica Harts, Counselor Kathy Smith
and Speech Pathologist Kathy Griffith attended the
seminar "How to Handle Hard to Handle Parents"
presented by the Apopelbaum Training Institute.
Strategies for successfully securing grants for
schools were the focus of Grant Writing 101
attended by Veronica Harts, Assistant Principal, and
SPARK teacher Becky Ford. The training session
held in Baton Rouge provided information ranging
from "Avoiding Ten Common Mistakes" to "Setting
up a School Grant Center." As vice president of the
Vocal Music Teachers Organization, Peggy Lee
Fletcher of Prien Lake worked with other officers
and chairpersons in the presentation of the District
V Honor Chorus performances at McNeese.
— Nancy Hamic
INTECH II training was the emphasis of in-service
training at Prien Lake in January.
— Nancy Hamic
The following T.S. Cooley students submitted
original poems that will be published in the
Anthology of Poetry: Callie Anderson, Taylor
Guillory, Kristian Brown, Alexis Wilmore, Morgan
Davis, Megan Smith, Jordyn Netty, Avery
Thomas, Haider Mir, Jasmine Jacobs, Sarah
Witherspoon, Jordan Chavis, Victoria Broussard,
Daniel Bozeman.
— Fanny Odom
Students of F.K. White Middle held a school-wide
fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society. The students collected and donated $725
which will be directed towards the research and
patient services programs of the Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society. F.K. White is proud to be a part
of the team helping to find a cure for leukemia,
lymphoma, and all blood related cancers.
— Julie Laughlin
The R. W. Vincent Grant Team has received three
grants this year: 1. QSM Grant-funds used to
purchase measurement materials, 2. Teaching
Tolerance Grant-funds used to implement Weekly
Reader school-wide and 3. Drew Grant-funds used
to implement Accelerated Math in grades 3-5.
— Denise Guillory
Saberly O'Quain and Kathy Engel of Vinton
Middle were each awarded a Drew Grant for over
$3,000.
— Peggy Paige
The R. W. Vincent Elementary Quiz Bowl teams in
their FIRST YEAR won in their FIRST
TOURNAMENT- FIRST AND SECOND place! We are
so proud of them! They competed at St. John
Elementary against 19 teams from 7 schools.
— Denise Guillory
Jessie D. Clifton Elementary's Novella Franklin
was awarded a TNT Technology Innovation Grant.
The funds will be used for a Palm-Powered laptop
that students will use to explore and record
information beyond the confines of the classroom.
Ramona Landry, RN, School Nurse, serves on the
Louisiana School Nurses Organization (LSNO) Board
of Directors as the NASN Director representing the
State of Louisiana.
— Alicia Zaunbrecher
Sherrie Raymond, RN, School Nurse, serves on the
Louisiana School Nurses Organization (LSNO) Board
of Directors as Secretary.
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College Oaks' Art Teacher, Bobbi Yancey, along
with Sally Babin, presented "Character Education A
to Z", National Art Ed. Conference, Denver, CO.
The Nursing Department received a $300.00 grant
from Entergy (Stan Guillory) for the Vision
Assistance Program. The monies received from the
grant and Louisiana State Optical provided
services for vision assistance. The Kiwanis of
Southwest Contraband in conjunction with the Eye
Clinic and Dr. John Sorrells, Jr. provided vision
assistance through the Nursing Department. The
Kiwanis of Southwest Contraband donated 1500
toothpaste kits to the Nursing Department. The kits
were used to teach dental health to the students in
designated grades by the school nurses during the
month of February (Dental Health Month). The Iowa
Rabbit Festival and Louisiana State Optical
provided services for vision assistance through the
Nursing Department. Area Wal-Mart stores in
conjunction with the Nursing Department
participated in Project Insight in the month of
September providing vision assistance.
Mrs. Louviere and Mrs. Courville's second grade
classes at Gillis Elementary participated in a
Seussathon on Dr. Seuss's Birthday. The children
got sponsors for each Dr. Seuss book they read on
that day. On March 2nd they read their books and
listened to guest speakers who read Dr. Seuss book
to the class. They also enjoyed green eggs and ham
which was cooked by a grandpa while the children
were reading. The two classes raised over $1000.00.
This money will be used to make baskets for the
Pediatric units at the local hospitals. The children
in the classes will deliver the baskets and visit with
the children in the pediatric units.
— Tim Savoy
The following students from Gillis Elementary
participated in the Faces Exhibit at The Imperial
Calcasieu Museum: 3rd Grade - Hayes Jones,
Picasso Face, 4th Grade - Jordan Schlotfeldt, SelfPortrait in Charcoal - Derek Stewart, Self-Portrait in
Pastel, Connor Thompson, Self-Portrait, Nick
White, Self-Portrait, 5th Grade - Jacob Wells, SelfPortrait.
topic "Bring Excitement and Success to Research
Projects with IIM."
— Ann Marshall
Mrs. Carol Shelton at DeQuincy Elementary
School received an AR/Math Drew Grant.
— Rita Mazilly
Teachers at S.J. Welsh are taking advantage of
professional development opportunities. Recently
the educators have attended several types of
workshops such as, D-Day Museum in New Orleans,
the LA Middle School Conference, Lafayette, CBT
Math Training, Backward Design Lesson Planning,
New Teacher Portfolio Training for Mentors, and
Consortium of LA Immersion Schools.
— Pauline Hal
Enrichment teacher, Michelle North presented,
"Cross Curriculum Enrichment? Go Nuts with
Monkey Business!" at the LMSA Annual Conference
in Lafayette. Irresistible Math Activities: Mathmania
was the LMSA Conference topic presented by math
teacher Michelle Conners. Michelle Conners and
Brandi Watson presented this topic at the Louisiana
Association of Teachers of Math and will present
again in May to the Southwestern Louisiana
Teachers of Math.
— Pauline Hal
Mark LeBeau, art teacher at Barbe Elementary
received a Grant. It will be used to buy computers,
hardware, and software to create a computer art and
photography lab and to meet the model classroom
criteria.
— Mark LeBeau
S.J. Welsh science teacher, Mitzi Fontenot
received $700 from a TNT grant. Mrs. Fontenot
plans to use the funds toward the purchase of Palm
Pilots. She will integrate the use of Palm Pilots in
next year's curriculum.
— Pauline Hal
Principal Irene Greathouse of Prien Lake
Elementary attended the national conference of the
Association for Supervision and Curriculum
Development in New Orleans.
— Nancy Hamic
On April 19th, during Gillis Elementary's "Bank
Day", a community blood drive was held. The
administration, faculty, support staff and members
of the community donated over 16 units of blood.
— Tim Savoy
Vincent Settlement's Jill LeBato received a $2500
grant to enhance technology in her third grade
classroom, and fifth grade teacher Tony McCardle
received $8095 to set up broadcast station KVSE.
— Pat Carr
Students in Mrs. Langley's Kindergarten class at
Gillis Elementary received a letter and photograph,
complete with the Presidential Seal, of President and
Mrs. Bush. This was in response to a letter that was
sent to the President from Mrs. Langley's class
regarding the President's likes and dislikes in order
to learn more about him for President's Day.
— Tim Savoy
Western Heights Elementary School art teacher
Melissa Harrell submitted student art to the Law
Day Poster Contest. First place winners were
Simeon Carr, kindergarten; Caitlin Rogers, first
grade; and Tyler Mere, second grade.
— Grace Guth
Western Heights Elementary School was awarded
a Drew Grant entitled POW! Presentation on Wheels.
Portable presentation equipment will be
housed/used in the library and/or sent to the
classrooms to allow faculty/staff/ student
instruction.
— Grace Guth
Ramona Coco has been selected as T.S. Cooley's
Teacher of the Year. T.S. Cooley will receive
$6,664.00 for "Recognized Growth in Test Scores".
— Fanny Odom
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser held at Maplewood
Middle School on May 6th was a great success.
Special thanks to area business for their donations
making this fundraiser so profitable for the school
and parent co-chairmen Chelle Martin and Tiffany
Miller for all of their hours of hard work to assist
Tanya Eubanks, chairman of this event. Top ticket
sales from elementary and middle school were
rewarded with chances to dunk Coach Soileau,
assistant principals Mark Teal and Chris Comeaux
in a dunking booth during a celebration at the
school.
— Tanya Eubanks
Ann Marshall, Stacey Smith, and Clare Trahan
from J. I. Watson Middle presented at the LMSA
Conference in Lafayette, LA on April 1, 2004 on the
Lisa S. Monteith recently wrote the curriculum
components for Power of the Purse online
collaborative learning project sponsored by a grant
from the Robert H. Michel Civic Education Grants
offered through the Dirksen Congressional Center,
Washington, D.C. Lisa S. Monteith is co-moderating
a pre-conference Blackboard online class on
Distance Learning for the 2004 NECC conference.
Kathy Walsh was recognized for National Board
Certification at the Quality Teaching Matters
symposium in Baton Rouge on April 30.
On December 17, 2003, the 21st Century Center
honored students from John J. Johnson, Reynaud
Middle and other area schools with a Christmas
party at Skate City. These students were
recognized and rewarded for their outstanding
attendance in their after-school programs. The staff
and students had a great time.
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The test of knowledge event is held
electronically. The S. J. Welsh participiants
placed 2nd in the state.
— Pauline Hal
Moss Bluff Elementary had two students that
were awarded prizes for a coloring and art
contest given by the V. F. W. Women Auxiliary
Post 9133. Fifth grader Ashton Cowart and
Kindergartener Lidsey Thompson received 3rd
place for their outstanding work.
— Sherina Snead
Congratulations to the S. J. Welsh 2003-2004
Math Count Team. The team took 1st place at
the parish level competition, 3rd place at the
district level, and has won the priviledge to
compete at the state level.
— Pauline Hal
Ralph Wilson was the AR Mardi Gras Madness
winner selected out of 12 schools. We won
$1500.00 in AR books and tests. Mrs. Hicks,
Sheryl Lavergne, and Karyl O'Banion
presented the award to our school. Fox 29 and
the Mardi Gras Revelers also came out to
celebrate with us.
— D. Trahan
Divillie. She is a Developmentally Delayed
Preschool Teacher. Our Support person of the
year is Louisette Wing. She is our CCC Lab
Manager.
— Mark LeBeau
Louisiana Public Broadcasting Tenth Annual
Reading Rainbow Young Writers and
Illustrators Contest
Blaine Drost, student in Elizabeth DeWoody's
class at Vincent Settlement Elementary, won
first place in the kindergarten nonfiction
category in Louisiana Reading Association's
Young Authors contest.
— Pat Carr
Principal Thail Pete attended a conference at
Oxford University held in England during
March. Conference participants presented
feasibility ideas and practical experiences
from their respective alternative schools. Way
to go, Mrs. Pete!
— Linda Hudson
Rhiannon Miller, an E.K. Key 3rd Grader,
was chosen as one of the three co-winners in
the parish for the Kiwanis of Southwest
Contraband Golden Rule Award. She will be
honored at a luncheon on May 12 at Uptown
Catering. She is very deserving of this award.
Rhiannon is very caring and expresses it
through her actions on a daily basis. She is
always willing to help without ever seeming
forceful. She is an extremely humble child
with a very sweet spirit.
Pam Dupre', second grade teacher at Prien
Lake, was named to Who's Who Among
American Teachers. She was nominated by
two former students. This is the second time
Dupre' has received this honor.
— Nancy Hamic
Marlana Collins, a Pre-K teacher at Pearl
Watson Elementary School, had a healthy
baby boy on March 18th. Quinton Korey
Collins weighted 7 pounds and one ounce at
birth.
— JoAnn Mayo
Brenda Kay, teacher at LaGrange High School was
honored at the Louisiana High School Speech
League's "Tournament of Champions" awards
ceremony on April 3rd in New Orleans for her 33
years of service to Louisiana students and speech
teachers at both LaGrange and Marion High
Schools. Mrs. Kay, who is retiring from teaching,
has served over 20 years on the LHSSL Executive
Board and has also served the League's Executive
Secretary. She is a past president and vicepresident of the Louisiana Speech Association, and
has coached numerous all-state speech
competitors, including 3 state champions in duet
acting.
Moss Bluff Elementary Principal, James
Strahan, will be retiring after forty plus years
with Calcasieu Parish School System. He
has been an excellent educator and principal.
Mr. Strahan is known for his dedication and
professionalism. His contribution to the
community has been tremendous and greatly
appreciated by the hundred of lives he has
touched. Best Wishes extended to Mr. Strahan.
— Sherina Snead
Lee Ann Stephens at Frasch Elementary was
the recipient of an H. C. Drew Grant in the
amount of $18,811.95. The grant, titled
"Today's Standards With Tomorrow's
Technology For All Learners", will allow the
fourth grade teachers to integrate technology
into all curriculum areas, while enhancing
LEAP scores, by integrating the Quizdom
Interactive Learning System.We are very
excited and proud about her receiving this
grant.
— Charlene Viator
Barbe Elementary is proud to announce our
teacher of the year for 2004-2005 is Tarinda
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To prepare the students for the celebration of Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday and Black History
Month, Mrs. Evelyna Rhodes and her 3rd grade
students from Vinton Elementary researched and
compiled information on many of the black men and
women who devoted their lives and talents to a
better America for all people. The students made
presentations of the information to the school over
our closed circuit KUBZ television newscast each
morning.
Brentwood is proud to recognize and
congratulate our counselor, Sandy Stevens for
being chosen as Elementary Counselor of the
Year for Calcasieu Parish. Mrs. Stevens has
served the students and staff at Brentwood for
14 years.
— Mary Beth Huber
The following are winners at the Regional
Social Studies Fair at Burton Coloseum:
Kaitlyn Leblanc-Third Place, Quentin
Kramer-Third Place, Joel Denison- McNeese
Engineering Award
— Ann Marshall
Jessica Corley, a fourth grader at St. John
Elementary, received the highest rating of
SUPERIOR for her performance in the National
Federation of Music Clubs Piano Festival, held
on February 14th at McNeese State University.
Madelyn Crador, third grade student at St.
John Elementary, won first place in the
Joan Hebert’s Pre-K class put on a mock rodeo to
demonstrate several developmental skills.
Cowpokes roped a calf head with hula hoops, ran a
clover leaf pattern around rodeo barrels, ran the inand-out pattern of 5 cones in a row, and then rode a
wild bull.
Oak Park would like to say congratulations to
the following:
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Teacher of the Year for the 2004-2005, Mary Edwards
5th Grade Student Ty Maxie placed 4th in the Regional Spelling Bee held at McNeese State
University.
First Grade Student Kayla Mathews was chosen as Kiwanis Student of the Month
5th Grade Student Denzel Lewis was chosen as Fox Student
of the Month
Oak Park Elementary is proud to announce that Paige
Sterling, 4th grade won first place in English in the annual
Pan-Hellenic Literary Extravaganza, which was held at Lake
Charles-Boston High School.
Oak Park Elementary is proud to announce the following
winners at the Region V Science Fair. Nigel Thomas received
the NEED Award; Chanel Lanette received first place in the
Earth & Space category and the Weather TAP. Jessica Froe
received a certificate of Science Engineering and third place in
5th Grade Student
the Elementary Engineering category. Rolin Piper received a
Denzel Lewis
Honorable Mention in the category of Botany.
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In the Schools
Maintenance did a super job on the sidewalks at
Moss Bluff Elementary. Thanks for a job well
done.
— Sherina Snead
McNeese science professor, Dr. Darbeaux will speak
to six grade science students at S.J. Welsh in May.
The discussion topic is "Chemicals in the
Environment."
— Pauline Hal
Moss Bluff Elementary faculty and staff would like
to say thanks to an outstanding P.T.O and student
body. The school raised $25,000 to upgrade the
computers in the computer lab.
— Sherina Snead
College Oaks 100th Day celebrations, digital
pictures displayed depicting activities across all
grade levels and special education. The College
Oaks PTO treated students to "Honor/Banner" roll
party at Petro Bowl. The PTO Gumbo fundraiser
was a Big Success! College Oaks also held a
Buckaroo Party honoring finalists who exemplified
character education traits studied for Fall 2003.
Justin LaFleur and Erin Bryson are winners of
College Oaks Character Education Buckaroo
Contest. The school received a special visit by
Rowdy, McNeese State University Mascot.
The LeBleu Settlement Wranglers kicked off the
2003 – 04 school year with a Reading Roundup of
Accelerated Readers. The faculty and staff dressed
in western attire and presented a program of music,
dancing, and student performances of trick roping to
start an exciting year of reading. As of February 19,
2004, our first year of the AR program, 327 students
have passed 10,068 Accelerated Reader tests with
85.5% comprehension! Congratulations, Reading
Wranglers! A Black History skit of “Remembering
the Past, Celebrating the Future” along with
Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras activities were
celebrated at our Mardi Gras Gumbo Ball on
February 13th. The community response made this
event a great success. We had 92 parents attend
our CAI Lab Parent’s Day, they observed students
achieving at their fullest potential with one on one
instruction and the latest technology offered. Mrs.
Vital has been a great asset to our school. LeBleu
Settlement had 56 students graduate from DARE on
January 22, 2004. Camp Fire USA presented “I Can
Do It” for the 2nd and 3rd graders and “I’m Peer
Proof” for the 4th and 5th graders at LeBleu
Settlement Elementary.
— S. Mhire
The Prien Lake faculty is working diligently to
implement the Total Quality Management program
in the operation of the school.
— Nancy Hamic
Teachers from the Phoenix Academic Magnet
Elementary School in Alexandria visited Prien
Lake to meet with teachers and share ideas for
improving academic performance of students.
— Nancy Hamic
Jessie D. Clifton Elementary’s fourth and fifth
grade students participated in the Science and
Social Studies Fairs recently. In an effort to better
prepare students for these projects, third graders
also participated in social studies group projects.
Clifton teachers attending LINCS LaSIP have invited
Dr. Stearns Rogers of McNeese University to visit
Clifton. Dr. Rogers will model several inquiry-based
lessons and demonstrations for varied grade levels.
The Accelerated Reader and Star programs have
been implemented school-wide to improve and track
growth in students’ reading comprehension.
Fox 29 invited T.S. Cooley first graders to their
station for a tour. They were on their newscast that
night. The students studied weather and had Mr.
Gannon come to the school. On February 13th, fifth
graders at T.S. Cooley went on a field trip to the New
Orleans Museum of Art and the D-Day Museum.
Sixty-one students participated in the Math-A-Thon
collecting over $2,600. T.S. Cooley's first
Accelerated Reader store was held in January, and
the high point reader for the school was Joseph
Adcock with 261 points as of January 21. T.S.
Cooley's theme this year for the Dr.Seuss Read
Across America recognition is the Foot Book.
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T.S.Cooley library is having its first Dr. Seuss shoe
contest. Students are to design their favorite Seuss
character from an old shoe and bring it to the library
for the Dr. Seuss shoe contest. P.E. classes are
measuring feet, French classes are discussing feet
and colors in French, Art classes are painting Seuss
characters from shoes, music classes are singing
from the Seuss songbook, and Seuss research is
going on in the library as the students try to answer
the riddles that have been e-mailed to their
classrooms.
— Fanny Odom
The Student Council members at S.J. Welsh are
involved with school improvement. The members
purchased twelve picnic tables for the courtyard
area at the school.
— Pauline Hal
As part of the Quality in Education Initiative at St.
John, students shared personal data binders with
their parents. A large percentage of parents
attended the student led conferences on February 6,
2004. Data folders include class mission statements
as well as personal goals and steps to achieve ones
goals. Progress is plotted using graphs, writing
samples, accelerated math and reading scores.
On April 24th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., all three
schools in Vinton hosted an open house. The
purpose was to allow the public to view the newly
completed construction at each school.
— Peggy Paige
S.J. Welsh boys and girls track teams went
undefeated this season. The school's golf team
competed at the Golf Team Tournament held April
26. The team placed second.
— Pauline Hal
Jessie D. Clifton Elementary recently had the
honor of visits from Mayor Randy Roach and Mr.
DeClouette from City Transit as part of a PreKindergarten unit on transportation. The Clifton
Choir, directed by Karen Batchelor, participated in
the District Choir Festival. Also, the Student
Council sponsored a poster contest on "Clean
Restrooms" in which all grade levels submitted
entries. The end of the year was filled with many
appreciation days to honor all of the following
special people that worked together to make Clifton
such an outstanding learning facility: Principal,
counselor, teachers, ESP personnel, nurses, and
secretaries. Students participated in a special
program entitled, "Hallelujah Testing!" At this test
rally students heard highly inspirational speeches
that emphasized their need to strive to always do
their best and to attain the expectations of Clifton's
motto, "I am, I can, I will!" The students recited a
pledge and sang a school spirit song to reinforce
their determination to do their best every day.
National Library Week was celebrated at Clifton with
the following activities offered by librarian Marla
Edwards: "Read-A-Rama" in which students
competed to successfully read the most Accelerated
Reader books; "Guess the Number of Books in the
Library" in which all classes participated; "Thirsty
Thursday at the Library" in which faculty and staff
were invited to visit the library to relax to soothing
music, read, and enjoy refreshments. The year
culminated with May Day activities, the D.A.R.E.
graduation program, Awards Day, and the annual
talent show.
CPSS Central Office personnel, Dr. Ed Stephens,
Westlake School Board memeber, and a Calcasieu
Parish Public Library representative were in
attendance.
— Grace Guth
"Picnic In Space" was held on Thursday, April 29th.
This funfilled evening was held to emphasize the
importance of math skills. Families of Pre-K,
Kindergarten, First and Second grade students were
invited to come eat supper at school and participate
in a math activity with their child. Families were
also able to take home an additional math activity to
complete at home with their child. This was the
second Family Math Night held at the school this
year.
— Linda Patrick
Vinton Elementary celebrated Title I Day on
Monday, April 26th. Parents were invited to visit the
computer lab and tutorial program to participate in
a lesson with their child.
— Linda Patrick
Maplewood Middle School’s first grade teacher,
Michelle Hagerich has been called up by the United
States National Reserve for the second time in two
years to help our country fight the war on terrorism.
Her students, fellow faculty, and parents wish her a
speedy and safe return.
— Tanya Eubanks
Morgan Nutt, Kaitlyn Leblanc, Amanda Ogea,
Terrell Moore, Zachary Parsons, and Alexis
Meyers entered the CPSB Technology Grant Writing
Contest on "How They Use Technology." They are in
Mrs. Pam Stelly's sixth grade social studies class.
— Ann Marshall
Each year S.J. Welsh sponsors a fundraiser for
charities serving the orthopedically handicap. This
fundraiser involves students, teachers, parents,
partners in education, and others from the
community. Fundraising activities are held in the
classroom during the morning and additional
afternoon activities are held outside. This year S.J.
Welsh raised $5,067.
— Pauline Hal
Zachary Guidry, second grade student in Allison
Weidner's class at Vincent Settlement
Elementary, was chosen as Vincent Settlement's
representative for the Kiwanis Club of Southwest
Louisiana's Golden Rule Award. Zachary won based
on his outstanding character traits. Zachary is a
banner roll student and leader at school and in the
community.
The S. J. Welsh cheerleaders were winners at camp
this year. They took 1st place at McNeese's
Cheerleader Competition and placed "1st in Dance"
and "1st Runner-Up in Cheer" at the Southwestern
Cheerleading Association.
— Pauline Hal
David Kay of LaGrange was elected to the Executive
Board of the Louisiana High School Speech League
in April. He had previously served on the board for
a number of years, and is a past president and
executive secretary of the organization.
Janet Daigle’s class had a guest speaker from our
Partner in Education. W. W. Lewis Hosted the
Middle School Quiz Bowl on May 4th.
College Oaks celebrated Dr. Suess "Read Across
America" with l00% of the participants receiving
awards. Each student’s name was entered for a
special book drawing.
Western Heights Elementary School was one of 25
winners of a raffle for a complete set of the books to
be read by the third, fourth, and fifth grade students
for participation in the Louisiana Young Readers'
Choice Award program. This program is a reading
enrichment initiative of the Louisiana Center for the
Book in the State Library of Louisiana and also
provides an award and recognition to an author of
childrens' literature. The program is funded by
Hibernia National Bank. Western Heights’ second,
third, fourth, and fifth grade students thanked
Hibernia National Bank with an appreciation
program April 22. Hibernia Bank representatives,
Girl Scout Brownie Troop 267 from Moss Bluff
planted flowers around the marquee at Sam
Houston High School in honor of Earth Day.
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FBLA State Winners
State FBLA competition was held in Baton Rouge March 28, 29, & 30. The following students from Calcasieu Parish Schools placed. First and second
place winners are eligible to attend National competition this summer in Denver, CO.
Business teacher sponsors are: Barbe High School: Kelly Fontenot & Paula Michalko; LaGrange High School:Tanya Miles & Freda Welte; Iowa High
School: Sherry Richard & Pat Gragson; Sam Houston High School: Eve Carpenter; DeQuincy High School: Nell Landry; Westlake High School: Pam
Johnson. Thanks for your hard work and dedication to make your FBLA organization a success.
The following is a list of the Louisiana State FBLA 2004 Winners:
Accounting I
1st Place
Heidi Billodeau
Barbe High
6th Place
Kate Bell
Iowa High
Banking & Financial Systems
10th Place
Chris Clinkenbeard
Westlake High
Business Calculations
6th Place
Sam Harrison
Westlake High
Business Communications
4th Place
Nicholas Gobert
LaGrange High
Business Law
3rd Place
Richard Gremillion
Barbe High
Computer Concepts
5th Place
Mark Fontenot
Sam Houston High
8th Place
Kevin Ross
Sam Houston High
Desktop Publishing
3rd Place
Korey Hanks & Kelly Lafargue
Westlake High
FBLA Principles & Procedures
7th Place
Sami Richmond
Westlake High
Impromptu Speaking
5th Place
Amber Hawkins
LaGrange High
Introduction to Business
1st Place
Kevin Ross
Sam Houston High
Introduction to Business
Communications
1st Place
Sara Fontenot
LaGrange High
7th Place
Jacob Appleby
Westlake High
Job Interview
3rd Place
Braylon Harris
DeQuincy High
Networking Concepts
6th Place
Nick Burleigh
Westlake High
Network Design
6th Place
Korey Hanks & Nick Burleigh
Westlake High
Public Speaking I
9th Place
Ashley Predium
Westlake High
Public Speaking II
7th Place
Lillian Henny
LaGrange High
Technology Concepts
2nd Place
Matthew Kemp
Barbe High
Entrepreneurship
7th Place
Joy Abshire, Andrew Ameny &
Jessica Landry
LaGrange High
Mr Future Business Leader
9th Place
Colby Roessler
Westlake High
Students Qualify for
National Chess Honors Won by Prien Lake
National FBLA Competition
Westlake High students Korey Hanks and Kelly
LaFargue have qualified for the National FBLA
convention in Denver, Colorado in July. They will
compete in Desktop Publishing
Prien Lake Elementary
competed in the annual
National Scholastic Chess
Championship held in
Pittsburgh April 2-4. In the K-5
section fifth grader Zachary
Stone was named co-champion
among 288 players in his
section. Miles Brown won an
honorable mention trophy for
his wins in the same section.
In the K-3 section Prien Lake
placd 17th as a team. Team
members included Bailey
Bruchhaus, Ryan Gilchrist,
Ashley Holtzman, Mark Losey,
Grant Miller, and Michael
O'Meara. In the K-5 section
Prien Lake placed 18th. Team
members included Miles Brown, Ben Drouilhet, Corey Gilchrist, and Zachary Stone. Faculty
sponsors are Aaron Brown, Paula Bruchhaus, Toni Henry, and Dawn Holtzman. Todd
Furman is the chess coach.
WHS Ramblers Win 2004 Competition
The Westlake High School Rambler Danceline announces results of their 2004
spring competitions. On February 21, the Ramblers competed at the Louisiana
Dance Spectacular winning GOLD in Pom Routine, Gold in Kick Routine, Grant
Sweepstakes Award and Best Overall Precision. On March 13, the danceline was
in competition at the Gulf Coast Classic American Dance/Drill Classic. The
winnings included the Sweepstakes Award, The Gussie Neal Award, the Best
Overall Technique, the Best Overall Choreography, the Judges Award for Pom
Dance, the Best in Class Runner-up, the Academic Award Runner-up and the
Sportsmanship Award. The sponsor of the danceline is Melanie Lanthier.
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Drowsy Driving Causes Crashes
Inexperience behind the wheel is certainly one reason for the number of crashes involving teenage
drivers. But there is another major contributor to the number of crashes involving teens that is often
not given the attention it deserves. It is drowsy driving. When inexperience combines with fatigue,
the results can be deadly.
There are campaigns in many areas of the country to delay high school start times because teenage
students are falling asleep in their early morning classes. What often isn’t reported or discussed is
that many of those same students who fall asleep in early classes are driving to school. One can
assume they are as sleepy behind the wheel as they are behind their desk.
Sleep experts recommend an average of 9.25 hours of sleep each night for adolescents. But their
sleep patterns are affected by a phase delay, a natural tendency toward going to sleep and
awakening later. This often puts teens’ biological clocks in conflict with the classroom clocks. In a
recent poll by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), three-fourths of parents polled said their teen
went to sleep at ll:00 p.m. or later on school nights, while a 1998 study found that one-quarter of
America’s teens get less than 6.5 hours of sleep on school nights. It is not surprising that another
NSF poll found that daytime sleepiness is more prevalent among teens than younger children.
Studies show that sleep-related crashes are most common among younger drivers, especially males.
They can occur at any time of day or night, but driving overnight, when our body and brain is
programmed for sleep, increases the risk. Graduated licensing and drivers education may be part of
the solution….but all drivers education courses should include warnings about driving while
drowsy, similar to the warnings about seat belts and drinking and driving.
It isn’t only our teens who must exhibit responsibility… their adult role models also have a lot to
learn. When was the last time you, the reader, risked driving while feeling sleepy?
For more information on Teens & Sleep please contact the Sleep Disorder Center of Louisiana at
337-310-7378 or visit the website at www.sleepdisordercenterofla.com.
— Lisa Miller/Charlene Chiasson
Westlake High School will present its annual CELEBRATE ART! A week
of Music, Theatre, Visual Art and Dance beginning on May 2.
CELEBRATRE ART! is a weeklong festival of art events meant to promote
the arts for students, parents and the community. Westlake High School
understands that art enhances a student’s experiences in all learning
areas and recognizes that a strong, sequential arts education program
assists in cultural literacy in society. Furthermore, the WHS
Departments of Music, Theatre and Art realize that art encourages
students to stretch the limits of imagination, thus creating new problemsolving skills and critical thinking. WHS is a past recipient of the
Creative Ticket Schools of Excellence Award presented by the Kennedy
Center Alliance for Arts Education. The award is presented to schools
that have demonstrated themes and strategies promoted by the Kennedy
Center for the Performing Arts. Mr. Steve Powers is principal and Mr.
Lee Crick is assistant principal.
— Kerry A. Onxley
Oak Park Elementary held their annual spelling bee on January 23. Students from grades 3rd, 4th,
and 5th competed against each other to become the top speller in their grade. Top Spellers for the
school year 2003-2004 are Ja’Ali Thomas, 3rd Grade, Kiara Celestine, 4th grade, and Ty Maxie, 5th
grade. The top spellers and the runner-ups received trophies presented from Trophy Attic, Partner
in Education.
Oak Park Elementary celebrated Black History with a wonderful program on February 13. The
Washington-Marion Magnet High School Choir rendered several Negro spirituals. The speaker was
Mr. Rodney Geyen. He gave a dynamic speech encouraging the students to continue to strive for
future success. Skits were performed by grades 3-5.
The Oak Park Elementary Science department held a Science Fair on February 21, where each 5th
grade student entered a project in one of the following categories: Life Science, Physical Science,
Earth & Space, and Consumer Science. The projects that received “Best of the Show” will represent
Oak Park Elementary in the regional science fair. The students who received “Best of the Show” are
Cedrick Raby, Denzel Lewis, Morgan Ingram, Candace Finkley, Nigel Thomas, Jessica Frow, Rolin
Piper, and Chanel Lanette.
Oak Park Elementary recently held a Super Saturday workshop on February 6. This workshop was
for 4th grade students and their parents. The workshop was design to inform parents about
upcoming LEAP test. The parents received information of to better prepare their child for testing.
They learned about the writing components, testing tips, and websites to assist them with learning
more about testing.
Oak Park Elementary recently concluded the St. Jude Mathathon, a non-profit organization. The
school sends a donation to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital by getting sponsors to donate
money to students for working math problems in a math fun book.
— Audrette Metoyer
Rhona Wiley-Williams’ science class participated in Space
Day on May 6, 2004. Students calculated age and weight
on various planets, and completed studies of the solar
system. The culminating activity was a poster-signing
event. The Student Signatures in Space (S3) project gives
students the opportunity to send their personal signatures into space. Lockheed Martin Corporation and NASA
have partnered to present this program. A poster with the
names of all students, faculty and staff will be mailed to
NASA. When school resumes in the fall, S3 participants
will receive ongoing e-mails of space related lesson plans
and status reports. The poster will be returned with an
official NASA certification verifying the signatures flew in
space, as well as a photo of the crew that took the signatures up. Schools that participate in this project will not be
allowed to send another poster until 2010.
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DS Perkins holds it's annual Mardi Gras parade.
Principal, Kirk Credeur, faculty/staff and
students enjoy giving candy and beads to the
community parade watchers.
Ramona Landry, RN, School Nurse was named
Louisiana School Nurses Organization (LSNO)
School Nurse of the Year in October 2003.
Jessie D. Clifton Elementary’s fourth and fifth
grade students participated in the Science and
Social Studies Fairs recently. In an effort to
better prepare students for these projects, third
graders also participated in social studies group
projects.
Sam Houston High School Family, Career, and
Community Leaders of America attended the
State FCCLA Leadership Conference in March.
Members also competed in the State STAR
Events Competition. (Students Taking Action for
Recognition)
Winners:
• Allison Jackson-1st place Program Design
Cover
• Allison Jackson-GOLD-Senior Career
Investigations
• Summer Culpepper & Lariska GuillorySILVER-Senior Chapter Service Display
• Brittney Simon, Sarah Parker, & Miranda
Toney-SILVER-Senior National Programs In
Action
• Kyla Little-GOLD-Senior Job Interview
• Angela Wallace & Kim Lewis-SILVEREntrepreneurship
The Art Club at Reynaud Middle School won 1st
place in the Middle School division at the “Gypsy
Jazz Art Show”, in April. In addition to that
recognition, 3 art students had individual works
featured in the ‘FACES” art show. The students
were Lashayla Williams, Isiah Davis, and
Jacquetta Ledet. Mrs. Sarah Harmon is the Art
teacher.
Reynaud Middle School faculty and staff have
selected Rhona Wiley-Williams as “Teacher of
the Year” for the 2004-2005 school term.
Williams is a former Teacher of the Year
recipient (2001/2001), and was honored at this
year’s Louisiana Middle School Association. She
received the “Award of Excellence” for
outstanding service to students with special
needs.Her principal, Ellaweena G. Woods,
nominated Williams.
The Polaroid Education Program awarded
Reynaud Middle School, a project grant in
March. “PICTURE THIS”… is a visual learning
grant written to enhance English Language Arts
and reading across the curriculum. The school
received 12 Polaroid instant cameras and 40
packs of film, with teacher manuals. A second
grant, for $700.00 from TNT, was awarded in
April. “MANTIDS, MOSQUITOS AND ME…OH
MY”, will incorporate technology, problem
solving, and enhance higher order thinking skills
in scientific explorations. Emphasis on data
collection and analysis, creating and interpreting
graphs and the use of technology for scientific
inquiry will empower students with learning
disabilities to achieve grade level expectations.
Rhona Wiley-Williams wrote both grants.
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Arts Fest 04
Georgia Gulf presented Vinton Elementary with a new outdoor sign.
The Food Services Department and DeQuincy Middle School Cafeteria
Staff provided a pre-board meeting meal for board members and
executive staff.
Tony McCardle, fifth grade teacher at Vincent Settlement, won the
Smarter Kids Grant for $1500. Pictured are Brandon Sorgee and
Maggie Giles with a Smart Board.
The DeQuincy High BETA Club presented a musical performance for
school board members and meeting attendees at the April meeting of the
board held at DeQuincy Middle School. Melonee Cooper directs the
theatrical and musical production.
Sulphur High, Health Club students, in Kathy Bonsall’s AP class
observe open heart surgery at St. Luke’s’ Hospital in Houston.
Print Shop personnel are shown with the new IX Ricoh AFICIO 2090 with
copy connect, 3-hole punch, and booklet maker capabilities. The new
system will additionally provide networking with schools and central
office in the near future and be able to connect all copiers for one job.
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David Doyle(Manager) and Camelia Gardener (Area Manager) from
Office Depot presented the Calcasieu Parish School System, "As an
Outstanding Participant in 2003, 5% Back to Schools program",
$4,881.00.
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Quality Corner
Jim Shipley from Seminole, Florida proviced Leading for Performance Excellence training for the
Calcasieu Parish School System's leaders/administrators.
Jim Shipley is an educator with over 20 years of administrative experience. He is President of Jim
Shipley & Associates, a national consulting firm specializing in the use of the Malcolm Baldrige
Criteria to improve organizational performance. Jim has served as a principal, areas
superintendent, and associate superintendent. Until 1998, Jim served as Executive Director of the
Pinellas County Quality Academy and was responsible for the implementation and use of the
Malcolm Baldrige Criteria in 155 school sites as well as with all district level administration and
supporting service units. He coordinated the strategic effort necessary to transform a school system
of over 100,000 students and 17,000 employees and to apply for and be presented the prestigious
Florida State Sterling Quality Award.
Training was conducted at Hibernia Tower in the 5th Floor Conference Center from 7:45 a.m. - 3:30
p.m. each day. Elementary principals and consultants received training on May 3-4; Middle/High
principals and consultants - May 5-6; and Department leaders - May 7 and 10. The May 10 training
was conducted by Tom Hatfield, PPG Quality Coordinator
The primary purpose of the training was to continue building leadership competencies for systemic
and systematic application and deployment of the Baldrige Criteria as a systems approach to school
improvement.
Expected Outcomes included:
• Increased ability to apply the Baldrige categories and core values
• Increased ability to apply the key concepts and principles necessary to lead and sustain a system
of continual school improvement
• Increased ability to develop, apply and analyze Baldrige practices
• Increased ability to develop deployment plans for multi-level Baldrige based school improvement
initiatives
• Topics:
• Systems approach to continual school
improvement
• Six Steps to Improvement - PDSA - Plan, Do,
Study, Act
• Balance of systematic actions and systemic
thinking
• Understanding Baldrige Criteria and their
interaction
• Rubric for rating the system
• Planning for Application and Deployment
• Leadership Awareness and Commitment
• Partner Development
• Strategic Alignment
• Operational Planning and Deployment
• Leading High Performing Systems
• Technical Support Systems
• Process Improvement
• System Assessment
• Develop a Plan for Application and Deployment
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Community Open House at Vinton Schools
To celebrate the many renovations and new construction at its three schools, the citizens of Vinton attended a Community Open House and Chili Cook-off from
10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 24th
Vinton High, Vinton Middle, and Vinton Elementary will all participate in the Chili Cook-off which will be served to visitors. Additionally, school tours will be
conducted.
The primary focus of the open house is to spotlight the renovations at each site that have resulted from the passage of a bond election on January 20, 2001,
totaling $7.4 million. It had been 15 years since previous renovations had been made.
The bond issue projected a 60.5 mill property tax to support the improvements. However, the resulting millage is only 47 mills because of growth in Vinton
property values. The millage will continue to decline as property values grow.
All of the funding was kept in District 26 as required by state law and each school has received over $2 million in new construction and renovations.
Vinton High’s first phase of construction added new bleachers, new lights, and a new weight room. The second phase provided a new roof, new floors, a paved
back parking area, and an air conditioned gym. Additionally, renovations were made to the special education room and front office and the interior of the school
was painted.
Vinton Middle has a new 3,000 square foot library and a new 17,000 square foot gym. The old gym was remodeled into two science labs and one computer lab
and lockers were repainted and moved to a new location within the school. The floors were retiled and halls painted. Additionally, the commons area for
students was concreted.
At Vinton Elementary, a previously existing area was renovated to house a fine arts wing that includes a library, two new computer labs, and an art room. There
is a new Pre-Kindergarten wing with four classrooms. This summer, the front drive will be reconfigured and the gym will be renovated.
Jay L. Duhon represents the Vinton area on the Calcasieu Parish School Board.
Vinton Elementary School
Bond Issue Improvements
Vinton High School
New Commons Area
$
75,000
Ag Building Addition
Including Weight Room & Restrooms
$
240,000
New Bus Canopy
$
65,000
Two-Story Original Building Renovations
Upgrade of Stairs & Restrooms
Upgrade of Administrative Areas
Classroom Improvements
Exterior Painting and Re-roofing
New Electrical Service
$
827,852
West Building Renovations
Upgrade of Classrooms & Corridors
Exterior Painting and Re-roofing
$
270,478
Special Education Department Improvements $
120,000
Gymnasium Renovations
Air Conditioning of Gymnasium
Upgrade of Classrooms & Corridor
$
185,530
Stadium Improvements
Hard Surface Paving
Athletic Field Improvements
New Bleachers & Lighting
$
622,500
Total Improvements
$2,406,860
Vinton Middle School
New Library
$
New Gymnasium & Dressing Rooms
$ 1,448,980
Renovation of Existing Gymnasium
$
316,800
Renovation of Front Building
Administration Area Upgrade
Renovate Restrooms
Establish Central Locker Area
Exterior Painting & Enlarge Commons Area
$
247,825
Renovation of Northwest Classroom Building $
Upgrade of Restrooms & Corridor
Exterior Painting
100,000
Total Improvements
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302,625
$2,416,230
New Kindergarten/Pre-Kindergarten Wing
Including 4 Pre-K Classrooms, Restrooms,
Resource Room & Teacher’s Lounge
$ 900,560
Restroom Addition to Pod
$ 120,000
Renovate Central Building
Extensive Renovations to Existing Building
New Library
Computer Labs
Art Classroom
Restrooms
Teacher’s Lounge
$1,124,870
Front Building Renovations
Restrooms Upgraded
Re-roofing
Exterior Painting
$
406,260
Gymnasium Building Renovations
Replacement of Canopies
Exterior Painting
$
73,290
Total Improvements
$2,626,410
Educating Students with Autism
Spectrum Disorders
On March 2, 2004, Barbara
Bankens and Betty Hanchey, of
the Calcasieu Parish
Department of Special Services
were pleased to sponsor an
inservice training by Dr. Cathy
Pratt for special education
teachers, occupational and
physical therapists, speech and
language pathologists, and
members of the Southwest
Chapter of the Autism Society of
America, including parents and
family members of students with autism. Dr. Pratt, a professor at Indiana
University, is Director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at the
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, and is presently the First
Vice President of the National Autism Society of America. She serves on
eleven additional boards of directors and has presented to audiences both
nationally and internationally. Calcasieu Parish programs presently serve
a total of sixty-one students that have been identified with autism/autism
spectrum disorders ranging from preschool age through high school and
beyond. Support is provided to many additional students with a medical
diagnosis or identified with traits/characteristics of autism spectrum
disorders. Dr. Pratt has been providing training to Calcasieu Parish
teachers of students with autism spectrum disorders for approximately
four years. This training, “Educating Students with Autism Spectrum
Disorders,” includes emphasis on programming, behavioral issues
including positive behavioral support approaches, accountability,
instructional approaches and family and professional collaboration.
Following her day long formal presentation, Dr. Pratt spent the rest of the
week visiting classrooms and meeting with small groups of classroom
teachers to discuss individualized education programs including
meaningful and measurable goals and objectives. — Anita Murphy
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Student of the Year Program
The Student of the Year Awards Program is designed to recognize students who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement, leadership
ability, and citizenship. The program is sponsored by the Louisiana State Department of Education and the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education.
One representative from each school is selected to compete at the parish level. These students are judged on their application portfolio, which
includes a biographical sketch, academic achievement, leadership, activities, recognitions, and service/citizenship. They also compete in a writing competition and are interviewed by a panel of judges. This panel is comprised of community members representing a wide variety of businesses and civic organizations.
Elementary School
Student
Middle School
Student
Nelson Elementary
T.S. Cooley Elementary
Barbe Elementary
Bell City High School
Brentwood Elementary
J.D. Clifton Elementary
College Oaks Elementary
Combre/Fondel Elementary
DeQuincy Elementary
Dolby Elementary
Fairview Elementary
Frasch Elementary
Gillis Elementary
W.T. Henning Elementary
Henry Heights Elementary
J.J. Johnson Elementary
Kaufman Elementary
J.F. Kennedy Elementary
E.K. Key Elementary
LeBleu Settlement Elementary
Maplewood Middle School
Moss Bluff Elementary
Oak Park Elementary
D.S. Perkins Elementary
Prien Lake Elementary
St. John Elementary
Starks High School
Vincent Settlement Elementary
R.W. Vincent Elementary
Vinton Elementary
T.H. Watkins Elementary
J.I. Watson Elementary
Pearl Watson Elementary
Western Heights Elementary
Westwood Elementary
Ralph Wilson Elementary
Merritt Harrelson - WINNER
Reagan Womack - RUNNER-UP
Ciera Hill
Khadin LeGros
Lexsus Levings
Mariah Neely
Lindsey DeLouche
Lanee’ Washington
Caitlin Kuyper
Marques Leger
Sydney Fontenot
Alexis Schlamp
Elizabeth St. Cyr
Grace Hernandez
Megan Crooks
Devin Guillory
Savannah Sims
Natalie Savoy
Mollie Slavin
Alexa Miller
Nicole Norris
John David Broussard
Jasmine Carroll
Courtney Downs
Alexa Austin
Daryn Beaugh
Kyle Brown
Cheyenne Hickman
Allison Sylvest
Kristina Trahan
Brittany Bertrand
Aaron Aymond
Jamarika Williams
Kelsey Doucet
Jordan LeLeux
Kayla Tolbert
J.I. Watson Middle
Moss Bluff Middle School
S.P. Arnett Middle School
Bell City Middle School
DeQuincy Middle School
LeBlanc Middle School
W.W. Lewis Middle School
Maplewood Middle School
Molo Middle School
Oak Park Middle School
Reynaud Middle School
Starks High School
Vinton Middle School
S.J. Welsh Middle School
F.K. White Middle School
Jacob Sittig - WINNER
Andrea Lee - RUNNER-UP
Janeen Richey
Jessi Collins
Erick Yellott
Joseph Guidry
Natalie Fruge
Heather Bass
Sybil Walker
Lien Phan
Brittany Kelly
Emily Louviere
Haley Watson
Hope Fuller
Darren Johnson
High School
Student
Sam Houston High School
Westlake High School
Barbe High School
Bell City High School
DeQuincy High School
Iowa High School
LaGrange High School
Lake Charles – Boston High School
Starks High School
Sulphur High School
Vinton High School
Washington-Marion High School
Taylor Moss - WINNER
Lauren Watson - RUNNER-UP
Brittany Primeaux
Kati O’Blanc
Lance Henagan
Amy Sweat
Lillian Henny
Theresa Dean
Kelli Menard
Katy Marino
Rebbecca Lowe
Trudy Collins
2003-2004 Students of the Year
Merritt Harrelson (5th grader at Nelson Elementary)
• 4.0 GPA
• Scored at the “Advanced” level on LEAP Tests in English Language Arts, Mathematics,
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Science and Social Studies
SPARK Student
Nelson Kids News Network (NKNN) camera person and announcer
Participates in hockey, soccer and baseball
Member of Nelson Cheerleading Squad
A “Star Dancer” with Dance Arts Studio
Active in various community service activities such as convalescent work, Community
Christmas, and Donating to Goodwill
Active in Church activities such as Bible Bowl, Church Camp, and Vacation Bible School
Jacob Sittig
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(8th grader at J.I. Watson Middle School)
4.0 GPA
Student Council Representative
President of Beta Club
President of J.I. Watson Art Club
Named “Mr. J.I. Watson”
Active in 4-H Club with numerous honors at the local and district level, including Overall Grand Champion
Member of the J.I. Watson Middle School Band and received a superior rating at the District Solo/Ensemble Band Festival
Active in church youth group, participating in various community service activities such as working in the food pantry and working at the annual bazaar.
Taylor Moss (12th grader at Sam Houston High School)
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4.05 GPA
ACT of 30
Member of the Student Council, Quiz Bowl Team, Governor’s Program on Abstinence, Pep Band, and Jazz Band
Varsity Captain of the Soccer Team
Band Captain (highest ranking officer) of the Sam Houston High School Band. Has been named to the Five Parish Honor Band and the Louisiana All-Star
Marching Band.
Member of Church Youth Ministry Team, member of the Church Praise Band, and actively participates in numerous community service activities
including the Habitat for Humanity Mission.
Louisiana Boy’s State Counselor Elect
Participant at the National Youth Leadership Forum
Volume 29, Number 3
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Honors & Awards
Christan Allenday
Barbe High
13 Years Perfect Attendance
Calcasieu Parish Quiz Bowl Team
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
was recognized as a National Title I
Distinguished School. State Senator
Willie L. Mount made a presentation to
the school to congratulate the students
and staff on their accomplishment.
Iowa High Girls’ Track Team
State Champions
Krystal Archie
KPLC-TV Talent Award
Louisiana School Boards Association
Art Competition
Elementary First Place Winner
Daniel Godoy-Martinez
College Oaks Elementary School
Washington-Marion Magnet High
Girls’ Powerlifting Team
National Champions
Washington-Marion Magnet Boys’
Powerlifting Team
National Champions
Lake Charles-Boston High School Boys’ Basketball Team
State Champions
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The law firm of Cox, Cox, Filo, and Camel donated
$10,000.00 to John J. Johnson, II Elementary School to
support the Accelerated Reading program as well as
other leaning centered projects throughout the school.
Counselors of the Year are Sandy Stevens, Brentwood
Elementary; Mark Richard, Maplewood Middle; and Giselle
Puckett, Barbe High. Puckett was named overall Calcasieu
Counselor of the Year.
Harden Reeves
APEL School Volunteer of the Year
John F. Kennedy Elementary
Willona Jackson 4th grade teacher at College Oaks is
The LeBleu Settlement Elementary 4-H Club
was awarded the Outstanding Elementary 4-H
Club for 2004.
Tom Hatfield, PPG Quality Coordinator, was recognized by
corporate executives for the Summer Teachers’ Institute. For the
past decade, PPG, under the direction of Hatfield, has conducted
a Teachers’ Institute to give teachers insight into the operations of
a chemical plant and to provide information they can use in the
classroom.
The Knights of Columbus of Carlyss presented a check to
Jake Drost Special School through proceeds generated by
their Tootsie Roll drive. The funds will be used to purchase
classroom equipment and supplies and well as support
teacher professional development.
Reynaud Middle School has established a
schoolyard habitat with support from the
National Wildlife Federation.
Recognition of Persons with Orthopedic
Disabilities Donors Drive
Volume 29, Number 3
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Calcasieu Parish School System Goals
Educational Services
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
By Fall 2005, 35% of the district’s schools will receive Louisiana Accountability Growth Labels of Exemplary or Recognized.
The instructional program will provide for continuous improvement in student performance as measured annually by the Louisiana
Educational Assessment Program (LEAP 21 and GEE 21) and nationally-normed tests (ACT, SAT, EXPLORE, PLAN, and IOWA).
Increase the student enrollment and number of course offerings in the Option Three and Vocational-Technical programs 10% by the 2004-2005
school session.
Develop and implement a plan to locate and hire more applicants who have met the Louisiana standards for certification by December 2003.
Develop a plan with incentives to improve teacher attendance by August 2003.
Provide a comprehensive magnet school program of academic and performing arts for elementary, middle and high school students for the 2005-2006
school session.
Develop a plan and provide funds for all schools to have ISI (in school isolation) programs in order to reduce out-of-school suspensions for the
2004-2005 school session.
Ongoing Goal
1.
Continue to refine and communicate to the public a school and district plan for implementing the Louisiana School and District Accountability System
and No Child Left Behind.
Employee Satisfaction
1.
2.
3.
4.
Develop
Develop
2004.
Develop
2004.
Develop
a list of options/alternatives available for the CPSB group health insurance plan by the end of the first quarter of 2004.
and distribute a survey to measure employee satisfaction/dissatisfaction and solicit opportunities to improve the CPSB system by February
a new exit survey that will be mailed to former employees 90 days after leaving CPSB employment that will compare old and new jobs by March
and implement a plan for providing certified teachers in low performing schools by August 2004.
Community Satisfaction
1.
2.
3.
Distribute a systemwide Code of Conduct for Students by August 2003.
Develop and implement a plan which provides for a coordinated effort between Child Welfare and Attendance and all schools to closely monitor
attendance zone compliance by 2003-2004 school session.
Create a Public Communications Advisory Council composed of all stakeholders to develop strategies for enhancing public communications by May
2004.
Ongoing Goal
1.
Each school will have a plan in place for increasing parental involvement that is revised annually and reviewed for effectiveness.
Fiscal Soundness
1.
2.
Review the process used to fund bonded capital outlay projects in bonding districts for methods of including ongoing maintenance funding in future
capital programs by July 2004.
Develop a plan with absolute minimum enrollments to be used to determine the viability of schools within the district by April 2004.
Ongoing Goal
1.
Thoroughly analyze expenditures, efficiency, and effectiveness associated with individual programs and departments through staff and Board budget
workshops in preparation of the budget for each fiscal year.
Quality Management System
1.
2.
Develop, implement, and periodically review progress on an action plan to integrate Quality Management System in all schools and departments by
May 2007.
Initiate and deploy ongoing quality tools training for all board members, school administrators, classroom teachers, and department heads by August
2003.
Facilities
1.
2.
3.
Develop a plan to continually upgrade the janitorial service supplied to each school with input from the principals beginning in September 2004.
Develop a process to review and update the summer preventive maintenance program annually by February 2004.
Conduct an operational audit of the maintenance department by December 2003 and develop an action plan to address issues by March 2004.
Ongoing Goal
1. Utilize the action plan to assure safe, energy efficient, and appropriate facilities during each fiscal year.
2. Continue developing and implementing a long-range plan to modernize facilities.
— Indicates that Goal has been met.
Proud Sponsors of Quality Education
Providing a Quality Education for All
Students
A publication of the
Calcasieu Parish School System
Jude W. Theriot
Superintendent of Schools
Charlene Chiasson
Public Information Officer

Schools Receive LEAP Rewards

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