NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA – On Tuesday, March 19, 2024, The Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) announced the 67 educators advancing one step closer to being named the state’s best. The LDOE named its 2025 Louisiana Teacher and Principal of the Year Semifinalists, 2025 Louisiana Early Childhood Teacher and Leader of the Year Finalists, and the 2024 Louisiana New Teacher of the Year Finalists.
Among the honorees for semifinalists for Principal of the Year is Micah Coleman at Natchitoches Central High School.
“Chief Culture is all about team building, said Principal Coleman. “Chief Culture is others focused. I am proud of this recognition because it denotes the work of a very special TEAM of people at Natchitoches Central who work so hard every day for students that they love. We are proud of what we are building through this school district and NCHS and we believe this award is simply a by-product of Chief Culture.”
“It is an honor to celebrate the significance of the education profession and those who choose to serve the next generation,” said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley. “These remarkable teachers and leaders are making a profound impact on the lives of students and the future of Louisiana."
All semifinalists and finalists will be honored at the 18th Annual Cecil J. Picard Educator Excellence Awards Gala, which will be held at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans on the evening of July 27, 2024.