Teachers of the Year

St. Charles Parish Public Schools honored its 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year at the annual Teachers of the Year Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at the Lafon Performing Arts Center in Luling. Sponsored by Shell Norco, this year’s event embraced the theme The Magic of Education.

Congratulations to Isabella Bradley of Ethel Schoeffner Elementary School, Jessica Cortez of J.B. Martin Middle School, and Courtney Berthelot of Destrehan High School, who were named the overall 2025-2026 SCPPS Elementary, Middle, and High School Teachers of the Year! These three exceptional educators will now advance to compete at the state level for Louisiana Teacher of the Year, representing the district with dedication, passion, and excellence.

In addition to the district winners, 16 outstanding educators were recognized as the Teacher of the Year for their respective schools at the ceremony featuring a grand entrance for the honorees. These teachers include Richard Abarr (Hahnville High School), Kendra Barnett (Albert Cammon Middle School), Miranda Boudreaux (Allemands Elementary School), Macie DeJean (Lakewood Elementary School), Laura Gardebled (New Sarpy Elementary School), Leigh Gaubert (St. Rose Elementary School), Jennifer Hogan (Mimosa Park Elementary School), Kristy Mascarella (R.K. Smith Middle School), Lindsay Maxie (Harry Hurst Middle School), Meredith Owens (Norco Elementary School), Ashley Pierce (Carver Early Learning Center), Amanda Shields (R.J. Vial Elementary School), and Shona Singleton (Luling Elementary School).

St. Charles Parish Public Schools is proud to celebrate all of these outstanding educators and their unwavering dedication to student success. Their passion and commitment continue to shape the future, inspiring generations to come.