Soileau is honored as semifinalist

By News Staff on Monday, March 24, 2025
  • Fran Lemelle, principal of James Stephens Montessori, (left) along with Superintendent Darwan Lazard (center) present gifts to Melanie Soileau (right). (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)
    Fran Lemelle, principal of James Stephens Montessori, (left) along with Superintendent Darwan Lazard (center) present gifts to Melanie Soileau (right). (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)
    By: TONY MARKS Editor VILLE PLATTE - Melanie Soileau, a preschool teacher at James Stephens Montessori, was recognized as being a state semi-finalist for teacher of the year. Superintendent Darwan Lazard along with other staff members of the Evangeline Parish School District presented her with flowers and other gifts at the school on Tuesday, March 18. Soileau is the 10th consecutive teacher...

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