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J.B. Martin music teacher living longtime dream
Annette Blanchard has a phrase for it – and to her, it represents the best part of being a teacher. “When you see it all click for a student,” Blanchard said. “I call it the […]
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For nearly 32 years, Head Start teacher has been preparing children for the future
For nearly 32 years, Vicki DiMaggio-Woodall has been preparing Pre-K students in St. Charles Parish for the challenges presented by their first foray into elementary school. […]
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Harry Hurst teacher who won $25,000 excited to share love of learning, science with students
Harry Hurst Middle School teacher Lauren Waguespack made headlines earlier this year when she was awarded $25,000 after being named a recipient of the Milken Educator Award. […]
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St. Rose Elementary educator has taught nearly 1,000 students during career
St. Rose Elementary is more than just a school to first grade teacher Robynn Melan – it’s her home. Melan’s teaching career has spanned 32 years and she’s spent every minute of it at St. Rose Elementary. […]
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Talented Art teacher’s paintings helped inspire new Disney ride
Before Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opened to the public at Disney World, one St. Charles Parish teacher got to experience the new ride early. After all, her paintings helped inspire it. […]
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Athletic injury inspired sports medicine journey
George McGovern knows how it can come across to others while he’s working with a young athlete who’s suffered a major injury. […]
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Coach, AD paying it forward at alma mater
Jasper Vinnett said he was blessed to grow up with some very strong mentors in his life, including teachers and coaches he very much looked up to. That said, he never planned on becoming an educator in his early days. […]
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New state-of-the-art trailer will be used to evacuate animals, on-site vet care
A $50,000 donation from the United Way of St. Charles has allowed the St. Charles Parish Animal Shelter to purchase a state-of-the-art trailer. […]
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Destrehan pitmaster puts culinary skills to the test on Netflix’s ‘Barbecue Showdown’
A pitmaster from St. Charles Parish took center stage on the national stage when he showcased his cooking talents on Netflix’s third season of “Barbecue Showdown.” […]