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Lafourche Education Foundation reports teacher grants, Dolly Parton program and asks for King Cake Festival support
Summary
Presenters told the school board the Lafourche Education Foundation awarded 22 teacher grants totaling $50,368.62, funded materials for multiple Title I schools and supports the Dolly Parton Imagination Library; they requested continued sponsorship for the King Cake Festival fundraiser.
Representatives of the Lafourche Education Foundation briefed the board on grants and programs the nonprofit supports in the district, reporting that the foundation awarded 22 teacher grants totaling $50,368.62 this school year and that a recent community grant and district funds enabled distribution of instructional materials to Title I schools.
The presenters said the foundation funds the Dolly Parton Imagination Library for Lafourche Parish, providing monthly books mailed to enrolled children from birth through age 5; presenters reported that thousands of books have been mailed and cited a program cost figure of $26,366.25 since January. They also asked for continued sponsorship support for the King Cake Festival, noting about $60,000 in sponsorship commitments so far and inviting the community to participate in the Jan. 31 downtown Thibodaux fundraiser.
Why it matters: The foundation’s work supports teacher innovation grants, classroom materials in Title I schools and early‑childhood book access, which presenters said directly benefits district students and teachers. Board members thanked the presenters and noted that the foundation’s activities complement district programs.
Next steps: The board received the presentation; no formal action was required. Presenters distributed a handout summarizing grants, donation categories and sponsorship tiers for the King Cake Festival.
