LOVING LOUISIANA BLOG ARCHIVES
People of Louisiana – Schools (August 2023)
BLAISE PELLEGRIN Terrebonne Parish School DistrictEllender Memorial HighSupervisor of Special Education ServicesPrincipal Ellender Memorial High2024 Louisiana Principal of the Year Semifinalist A Principal’s Recipe for Student and School Success BLAISE PELLEGRIN A Principal’s Recipe for Student and School Success As we open another school year, I want to acknowledge […]
People of Louisiana – Community (August 2023)
COMMUNITY HONORING THE HEARTS OF WOMEN IN THE ARMED FORCES Honoring the Hearts of Women in the Armed Forces Written by Renee Antoine Importance of honoring women in the armed forces July is filled with celebrations of family, community, and our nation’s liberty. As we continue to salute those who catalyze a path for […]
Louisiana Fosters – One Church, One Family, One Child event links faith-based community to foster care needs
Royal Family Kids Camps Serve up Fun for Kids in Foster Care Royal Family Kids Camps Serve up Fun for Kids in Foster Care The 2023 Royal Family Kids Camps allowed 89 children in foster care across the state to swim, fish, and make new friends in a safe and caring environment. The camp […]
Anti-Human Trafficking: Diversity Equity Inclusion Access (DEIA): More than Just a Notion
The FREE Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Louisiana Written by Laurie McGehee The FREE Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Louisiana Written by Laurie McGehee Executive Director, The FREE Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Louisiana Probation Department Manager, Caddo Parish Juvenile Services “It feels like being in prison without the bars. It feels like […]
People of Louisiana – Community (July 2023)
COMMUNITY HONORING UNSUNG HEROES Honoring Unsung Heroes Written by Renee Antoine Uplifting Every Voice, Seeing Every Journey Unsung heroes are those who contribute remarkable work ethic to our state but often go unnoticed or uncelebrated. They often perform acts of courage, sacrifice, or service without seeking recognition or expecting rewards. Their dedication, courage, and […]
People of Louisiana – Military (July 2023)
Louisiana National Guard Education Program Timberly Deville Education Coordinator Calling for Outside Help: Key in Student Success Written by Timberly Deville I remember the first time I felt like I had really made a difference in a student’s life. I was an English teacher for years before moving into administration, and it wasn’t […]
People of Louisiana – Schools (July 2023)
DEREKA DUNCAN West Baton Rouge Parish Cohn Elementary School 2022-23 Milken Educator Award recipient 5th Grade Science The Big Three DEREKA DUNCAN THE BIG THREE: Reflect, Refuel, Reset Dear teachers, Wow! It is hard to believe that the summer is finally here! You deserve a standing ovation for working […]
Anti-Human Trafficking: The FREE Coalition to End Human Trafficking in Louisiana
GET A GAME PLAN: Hurricane Preparedness and Human Trafficking Prevention GET A GAME PLAN: Hurricane Preparedness and Human Trafficking Prevention Written by Dr. Dana Hunter and Mary Kate Andrepont Office of Human Trafficking Prevention Hurricane season is now upon us. In the aftermath of disasters, human trafficking is an unexpected crime that can occur. As we […]
Louisiana Fosters – Royal Family Kids Camp 2023
Louisiana Elite Advocacy Force (LEAF) Advocates on Behalf of the State’s Foster Youth Louisiana Elite Advocacy Force (LEAF) Advocates on Behalf of the State’s Foster Youth Louisiana foster youth speak up for themselves through the Louisiana Elite Advocacy Force. This advisory board advocates on behalf of current and former foster youth, works throughout communities […]
Teach MAM – July Is a Blind Date with Summer
Teach MAM Teach MAM: An Exciting Partnership to Strengthen Arts Education Across Louisiana TEACH MAM July Is A Blind Date with Summer Written by Hal Borland and Carolyn Scalfano Teach MAM Art Ambassador Cheers to summer, everyone! It may be unpleasantly hot, and if you’re anything like me, that […]
Women’s Health – Be Intentional and Informed About Women’s Health Screenings
Women’s Health WOMEN’S HEALTH BLOG June 2023 Summer Check-In Written by Kimiyo Harris Williams, MD, FAAP As we enjoy the warm breezes and summertime fun, it’s a great time to ask yourself, “Girl, how are you doing?” Are you resting well, eating healthy, breathing normally, thinking clearly, having meaningful relationships, and experiencing physical wellness? If […]
Feature: Getting Past the Mid-Summer Hump
Summer Safety Tips from the American Red Cross Summer Safety Tips from the American Red Cross Water Safety Every day, an average of 11 people die in the U.S. from unintentional drowning — and one in five of those are children 14 or younger, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The […]
Delery Rice,
Our Editor
A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Delery has lived there all of her life except during undergraduate school and a brief stint in Seattle, WA. She is a mother to four boys, ranging in ages from 21 to 16, and they are the heart and soul of her life.
Delery earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and Master’s Degree from Louisiana State University. She is currently a fellow at Loyola University New Orleans, Institute of Politics. Her volunteer work has mostly evolved from issues that have affected her personally. Actively engaged in disability rights advocacy, Delery has testified numerous times in the Louisiana Legislature regarding issues that affect persons with developmental disabilities. She served as the chair of the Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council, worked for seven years directing regional advocacy efforts and is a graduate of Louisiana’s Partners In Policymaking.
