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Thursday, May 16, 2013 • Vol. 22, No. 10 • 24 Pages • Circulation 18,300 • www.capitalcitynews.us • 225-261-5055
DecisiveVote in House Southeast Community School District
New District Ok’d By Senate, But Critical Floor Vote Remains in House
Woody Jenkins
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SEN. BODI WHITE explained his bills to create the Southeast Baton Rouge School District in the State Senate Chamber.
Is Mikiah Brisco Go Jump Off a Building! La.’s Top Athlete? BATON ROUGE — Have you considered jumping off a building — a really tall building such as One American Place? Well, this may be your chance! See Page 8.
BATON ROUGE — Is Mikiah Brisco of Baton Rouge High the best female high school athlete in the state? Maybe. Go to Page 11.
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BATON ROUGE — Legislation to create the new Southeast Community School District narrowly passed the Louisiana Senate last week 27-11, just one vote more than the two-thirds’ majority necessary for a constitutional amendment. Then Tuesday the legislation passed out of the House Education Committee by a vote of 10-6. Now the final vote is looming in the Louisiana House, and the outcome is uncertain. Every vote will count. Sen. Bodi White’s legislation includes SB73, a constitutional amendment, which is necessary to create the district, and SB199, the implementing statute. The district would be bounded on the north by I-12 and the west by I-10. Proponents believe it would attract about 6,800 students and have a budget of $76 million. They say it has the potential to become one of the best school
Can This Man Help You Earn An Extra One Million Dollars? See SOUTHEAST on Page 24
Mikiah Brisco of Baton Rouge High
BATON ROUGE — A recent study by Georgetown University shows that people with a bachelor’s degree earn 84 percent more, on the average, than people with a high school diploma. Over the course of a lifetime, that could amount to a million dollars or more. That extra million dollars is exactly what Craig Gehring is focusing on — how to help you make it. Gehling is something of a phenom. He scored a perfect 36 on the ACT and a perfect 800 on the SAT. That’s almost unheard of. A handful of people in the country
make a perfect score on one or the other, but very few have done both. Now Gehling is helping students improve their ACT scores. On the average, he can help a student improve by three to four points. With Louisiana’s TOPS program keyed to ACT testing, an extra three or four points can make the difference between some people earning a full college scholarship or even a full scholarship plus a generous stipend. Gehring’s company, Ring Marketing, has developed a course that can be taken on-
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If You’re in High School, He Just Might Be Able to Help You Do It
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Benghazi, Boston Bombers, Gosnell, IRS, AP Liberal Orthodoxy Now In Full Retreat as Facts Show Consequences Of a Bankrupt Ideology Woody Jenkins
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BATON ROUGE — The events of the past few weeks have brought the roof down not only on the Obama Administration but on the entire liberal movement. How can anyone in his right mind continue to support this bankrupt ideology? Here are a few notes about some of the things that have happened: Benghazi. The Obama Administration convinced itself that the real problem was not militant Islamic terrorists but the USA. If we just talked nice, we could all be friends.
Obama failed to provide adequate security for our diplomats in Libya. Then, when our consulate was under attack, Obama refused to supply help. He abandoned our men in the face of the enemy for the worst of reasons — it wasn’t in his political interests to do so. Then, of course, he and his people lied about it. And lied. And lied. Benghazi reminds us that: • Appeasement doesn’t work. • The threat of radical Islamic terrorism is real and isn’t going away. • Eternal vigilance is the price of freedom. • If you lie to the American people, you will pay the price. Boston Bombing. The liberal website Salon.com said shortly after the bombing: “Let’s Hope the Boston Marathon Bomber Is a White American.” Of course, it wasn’t. The bombers were Islamic immigrants who came here with their extended family. They came on questionable grounds that they
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were persecuted in their native land. Yet, they have freely travelled back and forth to their country. The bombers got more than $100,000 in government benefits and milked the system — and you the taxpayer. Then they murdered as many of us as they could! The Boston bombing reminds us: • All the gun control in the world is not going to stop a terrorist or a criminal. Gun control would only prevent the law-abiding citizen from getting weapons to defend himself, his home, and his family. • Our wide open borders are a disaster. We cannot allow everyone from around the world to continue to flood into this country. And we need to systematically remove illegal aliens from our country. • We are fools if we continue to give welfare, Food Stamps, scholarships, and other benefits to aliens — legal or illegal. • The death penalty, which was abolished in Massachusetts by the bleeding heart left, is the only just punishment for certain heinous crimes, and it is a travesty that Massachusetts would, if left to themselves, not impose it in this case. Gosnell. Dr. Kermit Gosnell, the Philadelphia abortionist and mass murderer, was convicted of murdering three helpless infants and allowing one of his adult patients to die. What Gosnell did was put into our living rooms what the pro-life movement has been unable to do for 40 years. He exposed the reality of abortion. What Gosnell did in secret is done in secret in “clinics” all over the country, including right here in Baton Rouge.
We have allowed these butchers to tear apart, burn, and poison more than 50 million of our most precious possessions — our children. Gosnell reminds us that: • Abortion is murder. • Abortionists and those in their clinics participate in the most evil, vile, and diabolical of activities — the Woody Jenkins killing of babies. IRS. The IRS admitted this week that they have systematically targeted conservatives for harassment and destruction. This is nothing new. The IRS has targeted conservatives under Republican and Democratic administrations for decades. The IRS scandal reminds us: • The IRS should be abolished and a new agency put in its place with an entirely different culture and mentality. Associated Press. The Obama Administration has admitted it secretly seized thousands of phone records of the AP in New York and Washington. Now, finally, the liberal media is squealing! Shouldn’t all of us join together and agree that all of constitutional liberties are essential to a free society? Shouldn’t we all stand up for the right to life in the 14th Amendment, the right to keep and bear arms in the 2nd Amendment, and the freedom of speech and the press in the 1st Amendment? Yes indeed, the left is on the run. What they stand for is a lie, and that is clear for all to see.
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Lions Open the Door to Service 15 Lions Clubs in EBR Seeking New Members
Lions Focus Work On Preventable Blindness, Camp For Crippled Kids
BATON ROUGE — Nearly 100 Lions from 15 clubs in the Baton Rouge area gathered for a Lions Expo last Saturday at the BREC headquarters on Florida Boulevard. It was an opportunity for longtime Lions such as Bill Simon to talk about how Lions Clubs proMary Ann Blue and vide an oppast Gov. Nancy Farr portunity for people to help their fellow man. “We concentrate on two areas,” he said. “Lions Clubs around the world work to prevent blindness. Here in Louisiana, we also operate the crippled children’s camp in Leesville.” Simon’s eyes begin to sparkle — and sometimes moisten up — as he recalls his many trips, taking handicapped or diabetic children from the Baton Rouge area to summer camp. He recalls the young boy born with no arms. The first morning they wouldn’t play reveille or raise the flag because he hadn’t made his bed. When he realized the problem, he went to his bed and laboriously made his bed, using his feet. That was the beginning of a world of change for that young
BILL SIMON is passionate about Lions Clubs. To join, call him at 751-3656.
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BATON ROUGE AREA LIONS are looking for new members to promote their program of service. There are 15 clubs in the area.
man, who is now self sufficient, drives using his feet, and serves on the board of the camp. Today, the Lions Club needs young — and old — people to join and serve. For information, call Bill Simon at 751-3656.
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U. S. Chamber Asks New Chamber EBR To Join Fight Against Federal Regulation
U.S.CHAMBER COMMERCE came to Baton Rouge to build relations with the Chamber EBR. Shown are Darla Stegall, Ted Phlegar, Tommy French, and Greg Phares.
BATON ROUGE — The United States Chamber of Commerce in Washington is working closely with the new Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge, and the national chamber has enlisted the local chamber in its efforts to fight excessive government regulation. Ted Phlegar of the U.S. Chamber
came to Baton Rouge to address the Chamber EBR and solidify ties between the two organizations. One of the greatest burdens that has been created by the federal government is Obamacare, and the U.S. Chamber is fighting for its repeal, Phlegar said. Membership in the Chamber of
Commerce of East Baton Rouge costs $150 a year and includes membership in the U. S. Chamber at no extra charge. Members are locally owned businesses in Baton
Rouge where the owner lives in Baton Rouge or an adjacent parish. For information on Chamber EBR membership, call Woody Jenkins at 225-921-1433.
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Gov. Jindal Proclaims Day of Prayer in Louisiana
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BATON ROUGE — Public officials led by Gov. Bobby Jindal, lobbyists, the media, pastors, and the public made their way to the Senate Chamber at the State Capitol May 2 for the annual National Day of Prayer ceremonies. The governor started by proclaiming it Louisiana’s Day of Prayer. Seven individuals prayed for various institutions Cameron Thames and groups in sang “Amazing the state, such as Grace” elected officials, the family, the church, and the media. Also on hand was Rev. Rodney Wood, a pastor with a special DAY OF PRAYER IN LOUISIANA — Gov. Bobby Jindal (left) proclaimed May 2 as Louisiana Day of Prayer and led ceremonies in ministry to state legislators. the Louisiana Senate Chamber. At right, participants included Rev. Rodney Wood and former Sen. Dan Richey.
SPEAKERS at National Day of Prayer (left) prayed for specific groups, such as political leaders, pastors, and the media. At right, public officials, including Cong. Bill Cassidy.
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Parkview Baptist School Class of 2013
CLASS OFFICERS — (Left to right) Truman Loupe, Kathleen O’Brien, Makayla Mc- CLASS FAVORITES — (Left to right) Peter Currier, Rebecca Tatum, Jenna Manus, Allison George, Peyton Wells, Katelyn Bayhi, Joseph Guercio, and Zack Hamilton. Griffin, and Zack Hamilton.
Tyler Michael Causey National Merit Finalist Parkview Baptist School Class of 2013 Chandler Reid Accardo Morgan Nicole Alford Fielding Reed Andrews Blake Thomas Ballard Treasure Zeris McCoy Barton tyler Elliott Bates Katelyn Elyse Bayhi Brandon Dale Blackburn Katie Abigail Blair Brennan Edward Bozeman Timothy Dillon Bradley Jessica Kate Breaux Mallory Anne Breaux Joseph Glenn Breland Bret Hunter Brian II Lucas James Brown
Shawn Michael Burns Shannon Patricia Byouk Korey James Caire Lauren Jayne Calandro Clayton Tucker Campbell Thomas Benjamin Carter Taylor Nicole Causey Tyler Michael Causey Chase Dean Christiansen Jade Ashten Cochran Destiny Delynn Cook Kayla Dawn Cotten Laura Elizabeth Crochet Petr Devane Currier Cody Gabriel Daigle Andre Jordan Davis Katherine Elizabeth Davis Meagan Rachelle Desemar Laura Elizabeth Duhon Andrew Blaine Larkin Edwards Kathryn Latour Elston Blakeli Ann Entremont Brianna Summer Fasullo Jackson Smel Ferriss Tyler Alan Fontenot Mary Lu Franklin Roxanne Aimee Gaffney Pablo Santiago Garcia-Rodriguez Tyler Craig Gardner Evan Pierce Gaudet Allison Teal George Ashley Nicole Goff Jenna Nicole Griffin Ryan david Guedry Joseph Salvador Guercio IV Halie Elizabeth Guidry Victor Alexander Gutierriz Zachary Thomas Hamilton Dillon Matthew Harris Alissa Danielle Hart Emily Marie Hart Lauren Elizabeth Hart
Andrew Michael Herbert Emily Katherine Hightower Londyn Alexandra Hill Conner Evan Hodgeson John Anthony Holeman Colton Jude Hollier Stephen todd Hollingsworth Raegan Taylor Holloway Aimee McCall Hunt Maggie Celeste Jack Kelly Vance James evan Tyler Kissinger Jessica Morgan Kringlie Blake David Lacour Alexander Marcus Underwood Lafferty Kyle Cameron Lambert Daniel James Landry Ashton Alexandra Lane Anastasia Aleksandrovna Lapshinova Emily Ann Latham Joshua O’Kief Lenard Andrew Ryan Lewis Madeleine Nicole Linschoten Lacey Leigh Little Truman Jack Loupe Grant David Markey Logan Craig McCaughey John Bradley McCracken Makayla Jaci McManus Alyssa Michelle McVicker Luke Morazan Meadows Brielle Marie Miles Brooke Ashley Mounce Manuel Mukes IV Madisyn Mekyra Napoli Victoria Katherine Normand Bonnie Colleen O’Brien Kathleen Jordan O’Brien Patrick Aaron O’Bryant Nicholas Paul Owens Jordan LeeAnne Painter Gage Michael Pickett
Baccalaureate Sunday, May 19 • 2 p.m. Parkview Baptist Gym Commencement Exercises Monday, May 20 • 7 p.m. Istrouma Baptist Church Aaron Matthew Populus Troy Nicholas Porter Hezekiah Jahmal Randolph Francis Delano Reaves Alexander Price Rhodes Andrew Paul Rish Jana Adele Schwartzberg Madeline Carrie Scott Jennifer Janine Sheffield Ashley Michelle Shelton Tanner Curtis Shepherd Bilwood Smith III Hunter Thompson Smith Sydney Morgan Smith Emily Marie Southard Emily Claire Spencer Kaitlynn Elizabeth Spikes Chandler Scott Strain Austin Corey Suits Rebecca Phillips Tatum Brandon Joel Temple Braden George Thomas Shelby Joy Tiede Megan Nicole Townley Thomas Prescott Waters Hunter Luke Watkins Peyton Marie Wells Karli Alexandra Willis James Murphy Winnett Jarrett Ridge Womack Cory Ace Zeng
Home Schoolers to Graduate, Head to College
Gina Grace Arnold
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The Dunham School Class of 2013
Katherine Burley Valedictorian
The Dunham School Class of 2013 Maria Elena Voileta Allgood Nora Awad Lindsey Elise Baxter Charles Thomas Belleau Brian Alexander Blume Kendall Jordan Boyer Brandon John Brouillette Stephen Pool Burglass Katherine Lane Burley Ashley Nicole Cook Grayson Alexander Domingue Harrison Grey Domingue Philip Kyle Duhe Peyton Aaron Finical Courtney Julianna Fischer Kathleen Barbara Foil Adam Paul Francise Claire Nicole Gilbert Rachel Catherine Gravois Mackenzie Allain Gremillion Kirk Andrew Guidry Nicholas VonKrebs Hatcher
Baccalaureate Friday, May 17 • 6:30 p.m. Brown-Holt Chapel Commencement Exercises Saturday, May 18 • 2 p.m. Healing Place Church
Brian Blume Co-Salutatorian
Mackenzie Gremillion Co-Salutatorian
Austin Chase Henriksen Anthony Jarrod Holloway Sterling Sinclaire Holmes Jenny Huang Patrick Hayes Ivey Elaina Ann Keuss Julian Koger LaPrairie Susannah Lee LeBlanc Rebecca Louise Lee Colton Craig Leopard Jacob Ross Luecke Brendan Anthony Martinez
Brian Blume National Merit Commended
Ryan Andrew May Benjamin George McClelland Meghan Elizabeth McInnis Catherine Elizabeth McMahan Nicholas Emile Mercante James Elwood Moore III Alys Anne Murray Mary Margaret Patterson Olivia Blair Perego Elizabeth Anne Phillips Matthew Benjamin Phillips Madeleine Eugenia Poirrier
Katherine Burley National Merit Commended
James Gregory Price Julia Claire Rawls Caroline Grace Smith Leslie Ann Sparks Lauren Elizabeth Talbert Erik Alexander Thompson Mitchell Clark Thompson Tyler Rauger Thompson Preston Michael Torry Bailey Christine Wax Lindsey Paige Wilkerson Patrick Michael Wink
CLASS OFFICERS — Secretary Jenny Huang, president Elizabeth Phillips, special events coordinator Patrick Ivey, vice president Brian Blume, special events coordinator Patrick Wink, and special events coordinator Leslie Sparks.
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BATON ROUGE — Louisiana Family Forum is going “Over the Edge for Adoption” and they want you too also! You can go over the edge. Or, you can toss your pastor, boss or legislator “over the edge.” Get involved or get your business involved. It’s for a good cause — to help kids find a family to love and care for them. For more information, go to LaFamilyForum.org.
BATON ROUGE — Paul Dietzel II, local businessman and grandson of the former LSU football coach of the same name, announced his candidacy Thursday for Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. Congressman Bill Cassidy is leaving the seat to run for U.S. Senate against Sen. Mary Landrieu. Dietzel is founder and CEO at Anedot, a Baton Rouge-based software company. He cites hurdles placed on business by government along with the dysfunction and spending in Washington, D.C., as contributing factors in his decision to run for Congress. “Higher taxes and mandates from Washington are forcing companies to cut worker hours and preventing them from hiring new workers,” Dietzel said. “Our country needs new leadership and new ideas, and I’m running for Congress to bring that fresh perspective we need.” Dietzel will also focus on supporting education solutions so our children get the education they deserve, and so Louisiana’s employers have a well-trained workforce. Dietzel is a conservative, pro-life Republican and a lifetime NRA member who will defend our Second Amendment rights, he said. Dietzel received his undergraduate degree from LSU. He earned his Master of Business Administration and Master of Public Policy from Pepperdine University. He is the first Republican to publicly announce his candidacy for the 6th Congressional District race. Louisiana’s 6th District consists of East Baton Rouge, Livingston, Ascension, La-
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Would You Jump Off One American? Paul Dietzel to Seek Seat Held by Dr. Bill Cassidy
Paul Dietzel II, candidate for Congress
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Congratulations Central High School’s Class of 2013 Please accept our heartfelt congratulations for a job well done! We hope that your learning experience at Central High School will serve you well for a lifetime. Please join with the people of Central in building a great school system for the generations to come.
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Baton Rouge Rallies to Support Israel
SUPPORT FOR ISRAEL — Baton Rougeans turned out to show their support for Israel last week in ceremonies at the Governor’s Mansion. Gov. Bobby Jindal was joined by Gene Mills of Louisiana Family Forum and Rep. Valarie Hodges (R-Central and Livingston Parish) in hosting the gathering. Jewish and Christian leaders enjoyed fellowship.
GOVERNOR BOBBY JINDAL emphasized how important it is for the United States to stand with Israel in these times of crisis. At right, Livingston Parish Councilman Jim Norred visits with former Congressman Bob Livingston and Livingston Parish president Layton Ricks at the reception honoring Israel.
Photos by Woody Jenkins
Mid-City Merchants: Cool Art, Hot Nights
DOZENS OF MID-CITY MERCHANTS opened their doors Friday for the annual Cool Art, Hot Nights celebration. A center of activity was Elizabethan Gallery, owned by Liz Walker. Among featured artists were Janice Evans at right. Hundreds of guests came through to view art, sample the food, and enjoy the music. For more, go to midcitymerchants.org.
ARTISTS ON HAND included (left to right) Ed Eure, Janice Evans, gallery owner Liz Walker, Terri Kennedy, Krista Roche, Heidi Bergeron, and Mary Monk. For more information on Elizabethan Gallery, go to www.elizabethangallery.com. Also visit midcitymerchants.org. At right is James Fox-Smith of Country Roads magazine and some of his staff.
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Catholic High Wins State Track Title
LOUISIANA 5-A 4X100 RELAY CHAMPIONS— Catholic High won an overwhelming victory in the Louisiana 5-A State Track Championships at LSU. Among their winners were the 4x100 team of Khalil Thomas, Arthur Price, D.J. Woodard, and Derrius Guice. They won with a time of 41.66. The Central High School 4x100 relay team placed 5th with a time of 42.68. Shown are team members Dillon Brumfield, Gary Triplett, Leo Brownfield, and Craig Jones.
A ‘Dynasty’ At Baker HS
Dynasty Williams of Baker
BATON ROUGE — Dynasty Williams of Baker High School built a point total at the Louisiana High School State 3A Track & Field Championships that made her look like a dynasty. Ironically, Dynasty didn’t win a single race. However, her three 2nd Place finishes were sufficient to push Baker into 6th Place in the overall team championships. She alone produced more points that 80 percent of the teams that competed in the state meet. Dynasty Williams won 2nd Place in the 800-meter run at 2:28.11. She won 2nd Place in the 1,600-meter run at 5:27.86. Finally, she won 2nd Place in 3,200-meter run at 12:02.69.
ISTROUMA DARRELL NETTLES won 4th Place in 4-A in the 100 at 10.99.
MATTHEW RHORER (At left in orange) won 2nd Place in the 800 meters. At right, D.J. Woodard and Davis Richardson ran 2nd and 4th in the 300-meter hurdles.
Congratulations V.J., Madison, and John We love ya’ll! “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
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Mikiah Brisco Outstanding Performer BATON ROUGE — Is Mikiah Brisco the best female athlete in Louisiana high school sports? Probably so. The Baton Rouge High junior led the Lady Bulldogs to the State 5A Track & Field Championships, and she did so in convincing style, breaking one state record and roaring past her competition in the other races. Altogether, she won four gold medals. Brisco set a new state record in the 110-meter hurdles at 13.87. The previous record stood for 16 years. She won the 100 meters in 11.55, 7/10ths of a second ahead of the next competitor. She ran the 100 only seconds after winning the 110 hurdles. She won the 200 meters in 23.85, just off the state record. And she anchored the 4x100 relay, which won with a time of 47.35, nearly a second ahead of No. 2 Scotlandville. For her exhibition, Mikiah Brisco was named the meet’s Outstanding Track Performer.
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BRHS Speedster Posts Stunning Performance
MIKIAH BRISCO of Baton Rouge High winning the 100-meter dash in 5-A with a time of 11.55.
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Parkview’s Joel Smith Wins Gold in 800 Meters
JOEL SMITH OF PARKVIEW won the 800-meter run with a time of 2:00.75 at the Louisiana State 3-A Track & Field Championships at LSU.
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Catholic High School Class of 2013 BATON ROUGE — Catholic High School of Baton Rouge will hold its Baccalaureate Mass and One hundred seventeenth Commencement Exercises Saturday, May 18, at 4 p.m. at the Baton Rouge River Center Arena. Mark Russell Babin was named Valedictorian and Michael David Doiron Jr. was named Salutatorian. Completing the Class of 2013 are Cody Austin Abshire, Batu Derin Acar, Conrad James Adkins, Andres Alejandro Aguilar, Daniel Brendan Aguillard Jr., Austin Lee Anderman, Jordan Collins Anderson, Eric John Andries, Brett Joseph Arnold Angelloz, Mark Russell Babin, Reece Michael Babin, Matthew Griffin Baggett, Lucas Jaye Bankston, Garrett Lawrence Baringer, Brennan Jude Barrilleaux, Hunter Michael Baudier, Barrett Cameron Beam, Kurt Michael Becnel, Aaron Paul Belanger, Tyler James Bellue, Julian Gregory Bernard, Michael Daniel Bernhard, Patrick Michael Betts, Patrick Davis Blanchard, Christopher Joseph Bloise, Caleb André Boesch, Matthew Carl Bolin, Taylor Dayne Bonvillain, Daniel Martin Bordelon, John Michael Bourg, Benjamin John Braymer, Dillon Todd Breaux, Garret Louis Broussard, Christian Jamison Brown, William Thomas Burnett IV, John Reid Burns, Christian Jude Bursavich, Brandon Alexander Byrd, Conner Taylor Caffarel, Leon Duke Calvit III, Cole Stallmann Cardenas, Nicholas Paul Caruso, Hayden Charles Case, Maurice Joseph Coleman Jr., Stephen Elliott Colomb, George Emitte Core III, Andrew Robert Creel, William Edward Crosby, Samuel Thomas Culotta, Patrick Ryan Cunningham, Tyler Joseph Davidson, Austin Keith Davis, Noel
Mark Russell Babin Valedictorian
Carson Day, Austin Michael Dedon, Zachary Ryan Delaney, Dylan Scott DeLee, Ashton Thomas Dewey II, Nicholas William Dias, Connor Joseph Dizor, Michael David Doiron Jr., Lucas Taylor Dove, Adam Paul Duhe, Hunter Joseph Dupré, Patrick Michael Durel, Chase Ryan Easley, Matthew David Edwards, Clarence Ellis III, Ross Harter Ellison, Blake Woodson Esch, Connor Jason Ethridge, Cody Michael Favaro, John Piere Firmin, Jake Russell Forshag, Marc Andrew Fournet, Corey Christopher Free, Wesley Thomas Freeburgh, Brandon Paul Fresina, Cecil Farrell Frugé III, Nicholas Lee Frugé, Ryan Gabriel Gaudin, Adam Reed Genre, Hudson McKowen Gerald, Nicholas Dean Gough, Mark Thomas Graham, Evan Andrew Graves, Matthew Payton Green, Justin Matthew Guitreau, Barrett Christian Hall, Mat-
Michael David Doiron, Jr. Salutatorian
thew Joseph Hannaman, Ryan Joseph Harb, Taylor Dodson Harris, Trevor Neil Heap, Cameron Michael Hebert, Troy Louis Henderson IV, Matthew Joseph Herrera, John Cullen Hodges, Jonathan Matthew Hoffmann, Reed Joseph Hymel Holdridge, Travis Joseph Honoré, Timothy Kyle Huffstickler, Brennan Alexander Hull, Philip Thomas Hunt, Stephen William Hurdle, Hunter Charles Kenneth Hurst, Patrick Thomas Isacks, Travis Allen Jackson, Robert Lee Jefferson III, George Michael Jeha, Samuel Joseph Jett, Jeffrey Hunter Jones, Nicholas Allen Jones, Thomas Joseph Karam Jr., Ryan Allen Keaton, Christoph Berend Keim, John Timothy Kellner, Christian Francis Key, Corey Lantz King, Everett Alexander Lee Knox, Robert Joseph Kusch II, Mitchell Alden LaBauve, George Gilmer LaCour III, Austin Anthony Lala, Aaron Christopher Lambert, Kyle Patrick Landry, Benjamin Louis-Philip LaPlace, Jean-Marc Joseph Lapointe, Scott Ashley Lauter, KimNam Le, Darius Trevon Leahman, Taylor Seth LeBlanc, Tyler Joseph Lee, Austin Lee LeJeune, Bryson Michael LeJeune, Joseph Burton LeJeune, Taylor James Lemoine, Peyton Tyler Leonardi, Andrew Mark Leto, Travis John Lindsey, David Joseph Losavio, Elijha De-James Lotten, Brandon Michael Luckett, Thomas Demie Fejes Mainieri, Patrick Charles Marcus, Hamilton Alexander May, Michael Charles McDowell, Ryan Thomas McGinty, Scott Ragan McKinzie, Grayson Bradford McManus, Joseph Scott Meade II, Alan Tyler Melder, Jordan Quin Mese, Ryan Edward Michiels, Robert James Miketinas, Jonathon Andrew Mill-
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line or in-person over six Saturdays. It costs $150. There are no guarantees but, so far, students are pretty consistently improving their scores by three to four points based on an ACT practice test they take at the beginning and the score they ultimately make on the ACT. Even if you don’t take his course, Gehring offered some tips: • The ACT is the first multi-subject, timed test most students take, and they are not prepared. So taking practice exams is vital. • Answer every question, because you don’t lose points for wrong answers. • Get one-on-one instruction such as he offers. Classroom settings don’t work as well, he said. • Test-taking techniques are im-
portant but ultimately you can’t fool the ACT. You need to have mastered the content. That means studying the subjects that the ACT tests. • Learn to read. Too many kids don’t ever learn the basics and can’t read. Read things you like, and read a lot. • Learn to focus. Students today are distracted by devices and other students. Get away by yourself with no distractions. Study and read. • Be familiar with the kind of questions asked on the ACT. Gehring’s next six-week course begins May 28 at the Louisiana Technology Park. For more information, go to www.actprepcamp.com or email Craig Gehring at craig@actprepcamp.com.
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St. Joseph Academy’s Class of 2013
CLASS OFFICERS — Student body president Mary LaHaye and student body vice president Annie Peek. CLASS REPRESENTATIVES — (1st row) Callie Johnson, Alysse Wiggins, Mimi Guercio, and class president Maggie Wakefield and (2nd row) Callie Zumo, Brandi Vielee, Natalie Pham, Daniela Hurtado, and Amelia Fuselier. Not shown Emily Winder, Riley Donohue and Alexandra Montes de Oca. St. Joseph’s Class of 2013 Ashley Taylor Adams Brette Ann Adams Meredith Christine Adams Kathryn Holland Adler Candace LaNette-Robins Allen Melissa Anne Allen Alexandra Ildiko Anderson Caroline Elizabeth Argrave Ashley Elizabeth Armstrong Lauren Kelly Arrigo Mary Catherine Balhoff Cameron Ann Balkom Lacey Reneé Barker Darby Alexis Baronet Megan Rae Barranco Morgan Rose Barranco Elise Danielle Barras Jennifer Ann Bell Lucia Anne Bellanger Katelyn Elizabeth Benedetto Heather Ann Bennett Anna Sophia Bergeron Corinne Elaine Bergeron Mary Katherine Bernard Paige Elizabeth Bethea Riley Catherine Bienvenu Rachel Leigh Bogle Madeline Ann Bordelon Kamryn Leigh Bossom Emily Margaret Boudreaux Claire Elise Bradley Kaitlyn Elizabeth Breaux Meredith Kate Bremer Kacy Layne Bringaze Caroline Elizabeth Brown Arianna Francesca Campesi Grace Anne Chaisson Sinclair Lauve Chapman Madeline Marie Chenevert Camille Elizabeth Comeaux Jessica Marie Comeaux Anna Katherine Cook Caroline Blakeley Cordell Elizabeth Brady Countryman Emily Marye Cronin Gabrielle Noell Culmone Sydney Radcliff Cunningham Shellie Nicole Cupit Ashley Michelle Curran Megan Leigh Daggett Audrey Lynn Dawson
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Episcopal High School Class of 2013 Valedictorian Caroline Roth Goodner
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Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon
On hand for the debate on fiscal reform were Central school board president Dr. Jim and Mary Ann Gardner, Rep. Alan Seabaugh, Shirley Anderson, and Adam Seabaugh.
National Merit Finalist Taylor Katherine LeBlanc Nicholas Blase Leo Elizabeth Grace Prutz National Merit Semifinalist Caroline Roth Goodner Benjamin Abreham Hausmann National Merit Commended Scholar Rachel Nicole Donovan Kelsey Elaine Elisabeth Phares National Achievement Finalist Ashley Marietta Bell Kelsey Elaine Elisabeth Phares Class Officers Christian Warren Johnson, President James Bailey Macmurdo, Vice President Kately Teresa Keller, Secretary Allison Claire Poché, Treasurer Superlatives Male Athlete of the Year Christian Warren Johnson Anslee Laura Phillips Female Athlete of the Year Nicole Pamela Newton
Baccalaureate Thursday, May 16 • 4 p.m. Episcopal High School Commencement Exercises Friday, May 17 • 7 p.m. Episcopal High School
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Christian Life Academy Class of 2013 Christian Life Class of 2013 Langston Michael Adams Cara Elizabeth Alise Nhu Quynh Bach Bailey Noel Barousse Jarrod Matthew Braud Jamie LeJuan Calvin, Jr. Bruce Carter, Jr. Gong Chen Allison Cristina Cicero Austin Patrick Daigle Mary Caroline Davis Beverly Jane Devillier Caleb James Domingue Tiara Niquelle Dorsey Sanel Dragovic Rachel Rae Emick Maya Sophia English Tommie Gabrielle Espy Trevon D. Fisher Ang Ge Amanda Leigh Gurtner Jennifer Lynn Hackley DaBria Jewell Hammond Alex Christopher Hardee Matthew York Haslitt Kierstin Renee Hayes Parker Russell Hebert Tiffani Bioncá Henderson Tho Thy Hoang Ho Timothy Benard Holland, Jr. Tyler James Houston Blake Ericson Johnson Tremel Austin Johnson Aaron Reagan Kemp Ji Hyo Kim Tyrus David LaFleur Chance David LeBlanc Chelsea Alice Lee
Sunday, May 19 Baccalaureate • 10 a.m. Commencement Exercises 3 p.m. Christian Life Fellowship Sanctuary
Senior Superlatives Best Christian Attitude Tyler Houston and Chanele Trahan Most Likely to Succeed Blake Johnson and Kierstin Hayes Friendliest Tyrus Lafluer and Chelsea Lee Most School Spirit Caleb Domingue and Cara Alise Best Sense of Humor Trey Fisher and Mary Caroline Davis Most Athletic Caleb Domingue and Katelyn McMorris Most Studious Tyler Houston and Tommie Espy Most Outstanding Leader Langston Adams and Katherine Morris
MR. AND MISS CLA — Caleb Domingue and Katherine Morris. Both students began Christian Life in Pre-K. Katherine is on the Headmaster’s list, played soccer and was nominated to the All-District team. Caleb played on the football team and received AllDistrict honors. He was on the honor roll his senior year.
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CLASS OFFICERS — (1st row) secretary Chelsea Lee and historian Bailey Barousse and (2nd row) vice president Katherine Morris, president Kierstin Hayes, and chaplain Chanelle Trahan.
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Luke Landaiche Bryan Miller Valedictorian Salutatorian Redemptorist High School Class of 2013 Valedictorian Luke Landaiche Salutatorian Bryan Miller High Honor Graduates Luke Landaiche Bryan Miller Sidney Guillory Kathryn Cusimano Anne Gunther Rebecca Ladmirault Sarah Moore Gracie Dugas Clarke Evans Denzel Alexander Kristen Ashford Abbye McDonald Zachary Harrison Jacob Landaiche Grant Godso Taylor Weaver Honor Graduates Kristopher Allmon Todd Comeaux Korey Dotson Mason Walton
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Elissa Butler John Joyce Kathryn Kleinpeter Marleigh Thomas Ryan Stewart Graduates Jandy Aguillard Isaiah Berry Jr. Corey Blanchard Langston Booker Jaimee Brown Devan Bruetting Chrystal Carolina Zachary Causey Savannah Chenevert Kendra Claiborne Nina Crifasi Jake Crocker Katelyn Dade Michel Davis Christian Do Vincent Do Trevor Drago Jawasski Edwards Brittani Harris Jessica Harris Charles Hedges Terrance Hodges Krystal Holmes Phillip Huynh Dondre’ Johnson David Landry Jesika Lee Nicholas Leonard Keanche’ Leslie Zachary Michelli Monique Mills Tarlisha Mitchell Alaina Montagnino Marlee Moran Jared Mullen Joseph Rackley Christian Rowe Sarah Sledge Kelsey Smith Chelsea Vaughn Casey Venn Jamie Williams Meredith Williams Austin Wintz Jacob Wray
Senior Favorites Most Humorous: Rebecca Ladmirault and Trevor Drago Most Talented: Brittani Harris and Ryan Stewart Most Ideal: Christian Do and Zachary Harrison Most Reliable: Gracie Dugas and Jake Crocker Friendliest: Nina Crifasi and Mason Walton Most Intelligent: Sarah Moore and Bryan Miller Most Likely to Succeed: Clarke Evans and Luke Landaiche Most School Spirit: Kristen Ashford and Terrance Hodges Most Athletic: Sidney Guillory and Grant Godso Best Personality: Krystal Holmes and Langston Booker
Congratulations Seniors of 2013 As a former student of Central High School, I would like to congratulate all of the graduating seniors of 2013 in Central, Livingston, and the surrounding areas. Don’t be afraid to follow your heart and intuitions to make a positive difference in your community, state, and nation. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “Don’t go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” I challenge you to be a trail blazer and wish you the best as you start this new chapter in your life.
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St. Michael High School Class of 2013 St. Michael’s Class of 2013 Richard Alexander Addison Lauren Theresa Amoroso Collin Michael Andry Damien James Ard Ashley Marie Armstrong Austin Bradley Aucoin Jake Reed Babin Jacob Simon Banker Andrew Kyle Beadle Journee Bryana Beard Jessica Marie Bell Amanda Nadine Berdon Donald Edward Berg, Jr. Hunter Lawrence Bergeron Blake Andrew Bertrand Jade Gabrielle Beuerle Jessica Marie Blacketter Cade Patrick Bogan Laura Kathleen Bogan David James Bossier Julia Anne Boudreau Ronald Paul Brasseaux Elizabeth Lauren Breaux Stevie Meredith Breaux Taylor Marie Brooks Brighton Stewart Broussard Sierra Louise Bunch Mallory Tatum Bundy Emily Claire Butler Trenee Christian Calamia John Houston Cale, II Erin Marie Carcel Kyle Joseph Carlock Haley Victoria Cashio Michael Milan Ciccone Sean William Clark Jacob Kyle Coan Peyton Callie Collier Anna Maria Conaway Tyler Christen Conner
Baccalaureate Mass and Senior Honors Convocation Wednesday, May 15 Commencement Exercises Friday, May 17 • 3 p.m. River Center Arena
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Executive Council President Anna Conaway Vice President Sarah Wilson Secretary Elizabeth Breaux Treasurer Megan Lewis Historian Megan Major Parliamentarian Kelbie Kerr Chaplain Austin Wendt Senior Council President Victoria Hines Vice President Savannah Ortego Secretary Olivia Ortego Treasurer Victoria Healy
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Bethany Christian School Class of 2013 Lia Alexander
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Danielle Mitchell
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Danielle Speights
Nadia Wilson
Valedictorian Hannah Ostoj Salutatorian Bryan Sims Honor Graduates Lia Alexander Hannah Ostoj Zoe Palmer Bryan Smims
Justus Smith Mr. Bethany Christian Daniel Jones and Bryan Sims Miss Bethany Christian Lia Alexander Student Council Officers President Zoe Palmer Vice President Danielle Mitchell
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CLASS OFFICERS — President Blake Chelette, vice president Darionne Small, secretary Aungelle Dupard, and treasurer Juwan Harris
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Rep. Brett Geymann (R-Lake Charles) The Ronald Reagan Newsmaker Luncheon heard Reps. Seabaugh and Geymann debate tax and budget policies at Tuesday’s monthly GOP meeting.
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What’s Happening Around the Capital City
BATON ROUGE — Events coming up in and around the capital city: Friday, May 17 Sunshine Social Masquerade Ball • 6 to 9 p.m. BREC presents the Sunshine Social Masquerade Ball at BREC’s Womack Ballroom, 6201 Florida Blvd. The event includes dancing, snacks, door prizes, socialization, and fun. The cost is $5 per person. For information, call 272-9200, ext. 557 or email kaguillard@brec.org. Friday, May 17 Meet Warren Morris • 3 to 5 p.m. Meet 1996 NCAA College World Series hero and LSU baseball legend Warren Morris at Red River Bank, 9400 Old Hammond Hwy. Saturday, May 18 St. Jude’s Bike-A-Thon 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon Central’s St. Jude’s Bike-A-Thon will be held at Village at Magnolia Square, across from Lovett Road BREC Park, rain or shine! Prizes will be awarded. Help Chuck Langlois celebrate his 30th year of involvement in this event. Contact Chuck at 261-0555 or 603-6100. Saturday, May 18 Bluebonnet Swamp’s Sweet 16 Birthday • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, 10503 N. Oak Hills Parkway, is celebrating their Sweet 16 Birthday. Come celebrate with live animal encounters and cake. In honor of the birthday, admission will be free on Saturday, May 18. For information, call 757-8905 or visit brec.org/swamp. Tuesday, May 21 CCA Meeting • 7 p.m. Central Community Alliance will meet in the DEMCO Meeting Room,
DARYL CAUSEY (left) will graduate from Louisiana State University on Friday, May 17. He will receive his bachelor of science in economics from the E.J. Ourso School of Business. He is the son of Daryl and Katy Causey. DR. JOSEPH DOMINIC CALI (center) received his PhD in electrical engineering from Auburn University on Sunday, May 5. He graduated with a 4.0 GPA. Joseph is employed by BAE Systems in Nashua, N.H. He resides in Nashua with his wife Alison and their daughter Evangeline. Joseph is the son of Dominic and Cindy Cali of Central. ERICA GEROMINI (right), a graduate of St. Amant High School and daughter of Central residents, Al and Cindy Neal, will be graduating from LSU with a degree in architecture on Friday, May 17. She received a medal for “General Excellence in Architecture” and will be honored at the commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 16 at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center as a University Medalist for the “Highest Academic Achievement,” for maintaining a 4.0 GPA during her time at LSU.
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Plant Sale • 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Central Bloomers Garden Club will hold a plant sale at 16524 Quiet Oaks Ave., Greenwell Springs. May 25 and 26 Hurricane Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Louisiana residents can save money on flashlights, batteries, generators, and other emergency supplies during the Sales Tax Holiday. Hurricane season begins Saturday, June 1. Sunday, May 26 1966 Mustang Raffle Raffle tickets are on sale now for a
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tion, contact Mike Forbes at mikeforbes21@yahoo.com. June 3 through 6 Bitty Kitty Dance Camp 9 a.m. to 12 noon The Central High School Kittens will host a Bitty Kitty Dance Camp. Cost is $60 and can be paid in the form of a check to Central High School. June 3 through 6 Central Basketball Youth Camp 9 a.m. to 12 noon The camp will teach young basketball players the basic skills and assist young players in improving already learned skills. The camp is offered to boys between the ages of 7-13 and is broken into two groups, SEC for younger athletes and the NBA for the older athletes. Campers will be instructed by Central High basketball staff and current players. Contact Coach Ron Lewis at rlewis@centralcss.org or 261-2780. June 3 through 7 Vacation Bible School 9 a.m. to 12 noon Fellowship Baptist Church, 14512 Greenwell Springs, will have Vacation Bible School. The theme this is year is “Colossal Coaster World.” Kids will explore ways to face fears and learn to trust God. Every child who has finished kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to attend. For information, call 261-8903. June 10 and 11 Wildcat Girls’ Basketball Camp • 9 to 11 p.m. Central High School will host its 2nd Annual Wildcat Girls’ Basketball Camp. Cost is $60 and is open to ages 6 through 12. For information, contact Matt Edwards at 281-6702. June 10 through 13 Soccer Camp
50TH ANNIVERSARY ISTROUMA STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP — Attending were team members (1st row, left to right) Ronnie McAdams, John McGehee, Bill Wilkinson, and Melvin Johnston and (2nd row) Benny Griffin, Charles Rush, Melvin Hopper, Michael Hopper, and Don McCrary. Held April 20 at Oak Lodge in Baton Rouge.
8:30 to 12 noon Coach Melton and Central High School will host a Soccer Camp for 3rd to 8th grade boys and girls at Central Middle. For information, contact Mike Forbes at mikeforbes21@yahoo.com. June 10 through 14 Vacation Bible School Berean Ministries, 6565 Morgan Road, will have Vacation Bible School. The theme this is year is “Kids Stand Strong for God.” For information, contact Pam at 2611994. June 10 through 14 Vacation Bible School 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration is now open for Broadmoor United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School, “Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God’s World Comes Together.” Children currently enrolled in Pre-K to 5th grade are invited to attend. Registratioin is $12 per child. Broadmoor United Methodist
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Saturday, June 15 Dance • 7 to 10 p.m. A dance, featuring Elvis tribute artist Jay Dupuis and Band, will be held at Kristenwood, 14025 Greenwell Springs Road. Dance is open to anyone 21 years or older. Tickets are $15 per person and are available at St. Alphonsus Parish Office.++ June 17 through 19 Todd McClure Youth Football Camp • 6 to 8 p.m. Coach Sid Edwards and Central High will host the 3rd Annual Todd McClure Youth Football Camp. Cost is $20 for ages 5 to incoming freshmen. Pre-register online at centralyouthfootball.net June 17 through 20 Volleyball Camp Michelle LeBouef will host two sessions of Volleyball Camps. Session 1 is June 17 through 20, 8 a.m. to 12 noon. Cost is $100 and is open to all incoming 5th through 8th graders. Session 2 is July 15 through 17, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. For information, contact Michele LeBouef at mlebouef@centralcss.org. Saturday, June 22 Right to Life Breakfast 9 a.m. to 11:30.m. Sen. David Vitter will be the main speaker at this annual pro-life event. St. Thomas More, 11441 Goodwood. $35 a person or $240 a table. Call Julie at 749-8260 for reservations. Door prizes and more!
. Class Reunions , Saturday, May 25 Northeast Class of 1993 The Northeast High Class of 1993 will hold their 20th reunion at Sammy’s Grill in Zachary at 5:30 p.m. until. The cost is $25 per person. RSVP at tweety.dufrene@yahoo. com or show up at the door. Saturday, June 8 Central High Class of ’63 The Central High Class of 1963 will hold their 50th reunion from 2 to 5 p.m. at the home of Ellen Smith Frazier, daughter of CHS principal J.A. Smith. Classmates may contact the reunion committee at chsclassof1963esf@cox.net or at Class of 1963, 11116 Sullivan Rd., Baton Rouge, LA 70818 for registration and questionnaire details. Saturday, June 15 Bellingrath Reunion
There will be a Bellingrath Reunion at the new Middle School cafeteria from 4 to 8 p.m. It will be for faculty, staff, students, parents, and grandparents who were involved with Bellingrath from 1966 to 2000. Only adults are invited. Go to www. Bellingrathreunion.webs.com to register and get more information. If you are interested in helping with the reunion, there will be a meeting at Berean Ministries Sunday, April 7 at 2 p.m. Saturday, August 17 Istrouma Class of ’73 Reunion Istrouma High Class of ’73 will have a reunion at Kristenwood, 14025 Greenwell Springs. Contact Rhona C. Watson, 654-7716 or rcw51055@aol.com or Debbie or Danny Wellman, 261-8358 or dwell96@bellsouth.net.
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districts in the state. Zachary and Central broke away from East Baton Rouge and are now ranked No. 1 and No. 5. The East Baton Rouge Parish School Board has led the opposition to the proposed school and used taxpayer funds to hire two private lobbying firms to lobby the legislature against the new district. Opponents have said the new district would hurt the East Baton Rouge school system financially. Sen. White responded by saying East Baton Rouge is the wealthiest parish in the state and would retain all major industry, Mall of Louisiana, Cortana Mall, and almost all Wal-Marts. He also cited the analysis by the Legislative Fiscal Office that EBR would get more per child after the breakaway. Opponents of the new district have also charged support of the plan is motivated by a desire to “resegregate” East Baton Rouge. However, the proposed new district is projected to be slightly black in its student enrollment or about 50-50. Sen. White said he is bringing the legislation because of an overwhelming demand from the people of Southeast Baton Rouge for their own school system. He said the EBR system has failed and people are tired of waiting for it to change. Norman Browning, chairman of Local Schools for Local Children, has held numerous public meetings in the district supporting the plan, some drawing as many as 1,000 people. In addition to the EBR school board, opposition has come from a group called One Community, One School District. It says the new school district will not offer magnet schools. Browning said that magnet schools are usually offered only in failing school districts. He noted that all of the schools in Zachary and Central are rated A by the state.
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