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A change delayed is better than no change at all
Speaking in schools over the last 30 years, I’ve received many letters about my presentations from students, some positive, others negative. A few days ago, I received an e-mail about one of my talks 24 years ago. I thought I would share it with you.
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Everything doesn’t always go as planned
Of the 16 years that I’ve lived in my home, the room that has changed the most is the one behind the kitchen. Any realtor would
SCB Hurricanes come out on top
The St. Charles Borromeo School Hurricane cheerleaders of Destrehan place first overall in the “Kickin It For Kids” competition held in Hammond. The members of the squad are (front row, left to right) Katie Brady, Alayna Melancon, Morgan Foret, captain Ragan Digirolamo and co-captain Jessica Mire; (second row, left to right) Sarah Braud, co-captain Megan Corzo, Gillian Gallardo, Emily Hymel and Mallory Barbier; and (third row, left to right) Taylor Giarratano, Nikki Champagne, Courtney Carrier, Macy Bennett, Allyson Colomb and coach Marcus Lawson.
St. John Parish celebrates Dr. Seuss’s birthday
St. John the Baptist Parish Public Schools celebrated Dr. Seuss’s birthday with “celebrity” readers, “Cat in the Hat” cakes and hats, green eggs and ham, raffles and assemblies.
NSE studies other cultures
New Sarpy Elementary School recently celebrated Multi-Cultural Week. Students and teachers dressed in native costumes and various guest speakers shared information with students. Every day a different country, continent or region was highlighted. Monday was Central America, Tuesday was Ireland, Wednesday was Africa, Thursday was China, and Friday was France. Playing African drums during an all-school assembly are (left to right) Jacob Bartley, Devin Washington, Miracle Adams, Sydney Carter, Aaliyah Robinson, Alex Taunton and Troy Dozier.
St. John ARC holds annual Mardi Gras ball
The joy of Mardi Gras came alive for the clients at the St John ARC along with their families and staff members at the second annual Krewe de ARC Mardi Gras Ball. The magic took place in the transformed auditorium at East St. John Elementary.
St. James Parish Hospital hosts employee of the quarter banquet
St. James Parish Hospital hosted a banquet to honor the 2009 Employee of the Quarter recipients. The employees of the Quarter for 2009 were Donna Labiche, Gwen Rizzuto, Mike DiCarlo and Laurie Bourgeois.
Celebrate spring under the oak trees
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God will provide when you need it
I’ve heard it said that God will supply all your needs if you attempt to serve and trust Him.
United Way of St. Charles holds annual Bridge Run
Luling – United Way of St. Charles is hosting their 14th Annual 5K Bridge Run/Walk and Festival on Saturday, April 10, presented by Motiva Enterprises and Valero St. Charles Refinery.
Krewe de Charles Bal Masque court members
St. Charles Catholic High School’s Royal Court members for Krewe de Charles Bal Masque XXIIV, Winter Wonderland raised $70,255.65. The members of the court are (front row, left to right) Duke Julian Landry, Maid Caroline Torres, Duke Timmy White, Maid Casey Calcagno, Duke Marc Picciola, Maid Jennifer Heltz, Duke Matthew Morton and Maid Emily Torres, (middle row, left to right) Duke Reed Denny, Maid Leila Boudreaux, Duke Tyler Roussel and Maid Rebecca McNulty; and (back row, left to right) Duke Paul Cupit, Maid Catherine Monica, Duke Johnny Fisse, Maid Meghan Fisse, Duke Matthew Eymard, Maid Haley Jeandron, King Robbie Eichhorn, Queen Sarah Klibert, Duke Nick Reine, Maid Meg Gustafson, Duke Grant Authement, Maid Candace McGaff, Duke Paul Shirer and Maid Brittany Bolman.
Norco Elementary honor band
Members of the Norco 4-6 District Honor Band are (front row, left to right) Leah Miller, Kyle Freeze, Taylor Lucich, Karlie Lewis and Daphne Campo; and (back row, lef to right) Principal Kelli Oertling, Stephanie Webre, Nathan Compton, Band Teacher Darlin Brady and Ayden DeJean.
Harry Hurst teacher wins top teacher award
Harry Hurst teacher Tammy Windmann, was selected as the American Legion Teacher of the Year by the American Legion Post 366 in Destrehan. Windmann was recognized for her outstanding service to the community, state and nation by efforts to educate the children of St. Charles Parish of the effort our Veterans gave to keep our country free. Windmann was the driving force to bring “The Wall That Heals” (a half size replica of the Vietnam War Memorial) to our community so that students and others could see the sacrifices that were and to help heal those who lost loved ones in all wars.
Riverside hosts Hispanic Arts Festival
Monica Andry (left to right), looks on as son Cory Andry, whose graphic design was chosen as the official festival poster, presents a framed signed copy to Hispanic Arts Festival coordinators Patricia Bordelon and Lee Dupepe. Riverside Academy, sponsored by the River Region Council of Arts and the Humanities, will host the event on Thursday, March 18, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. in the Riverside Courtyard.
A beautiful day at the plantation
San Francisco Plantation was filled with food, crafts and fun as the plantation hosts the seventh annual Frisco Fest.
Don’t put off visiting old friends
As I was pumping gas last Thursday, I didn’t realize that the man on the other side of the pump was Mr. Etienne Trepagnier.
Walk a mile in their shoes
Norco K-3, second- and third-grade students logged 2,000 miles using
The trouble with sewing machines
Thousands of years ago, sewing was done by hand using needles of ivory, animal bone and fish bone. This continued until 1830 when a tailor from Lyon, France, named Barthelemy Thimmonier, invented a sewing machine.
SCB competes at state
The dance team at St. Charles Borromeo School in Destrehan competed in the American All - Star State Competition held in Lafayette. The Twisters performed their routines were they placed fifth overall in Pom and second overall in Kick. Members of the Twisters are (front row, left to right) Caitlyn Champagne, Sarah Smith, Megan Garretson, Paxton Zeringue and Natalie Heath; and (back row, left to right) Olivia Messina, Kaelyn Johnson, Mia Casanova, Cassie Legendre, Penney Moore, Haley Caluda and Lydia Ducarpe.
HHS students sleep in boxes
The HHS Student Council sponsored a “Sleep in a Box” night in an effort to raise money for the Invisible Children Foundation. Students were required to sleep in a box either alone or in a group. The event was from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. and took place on the HHS Football field. Activities were available for the students including relay races, soccer balls, footballs, frisbees and karaoke. The winners of the “Best Box” competition in the boys division was Edward Brooks with a “Shoe Box” and the girls division was (left to right) Brianna Hue and Amanda Petit with their “Tiger Boom Box.” They received “Breakfast in a Box” from Burger King in the morning. The Student Council raised a total of $750 for the Invisible Children Foundation.
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