Spring Appreciation Event a Huge Success Thanks to Over 800 Educators.
Year of the Teacher Committee says, "Let's do it again!"

Thank you to the 800 plus elementary and secondary educators in the greater New Orleans area who gathered at the Pontchartrain Center on April 23, 2008 as our special 'guests of honor' for the first ever, region-wide Teacher Appreciation Celebration.”  Thank you indeed, for your hard work and commitment to our children.

This was truly a unique endeavor and required the support of many people to make it possible.  First, we have to thank our wonderful business community. As sponsors, they were responsible for providing the nearly $50,000 in funding necessary to make it happen.  We also need to thank the “Year of the Teacher Committee Members” and 35 volunteers responsible for ensuring the evening flowed smoothly for our special guests. We could not have served up such a wonderful program without their help.  The contributions of our sponsors and work of our volunteers clearly demonstrate that many in our community believe teachers deserve our appreciation.  

Academic Year 2008 - 2009 declared
Year of the Teacher

Reading of the proclamation took place at
Xavier University on March 28, 2008

     

 

  It was all smiles that evening. The food was great, the music was fantastic and the atmosphere was wonderfully relaxing.  The event was a huge success.  And, based on your feedback, we know you enjoyed attending as much as we enjoyed putting it together. 
 
So, we're not done yet! The Year of the Teacher Team in partnership with Xavier University has started planning a fall teacher appreciation event.  Look for notices (forthcoming) via your e-mail address.  If you would like to update or provide new contact info, please feel free to do so here.   You can also check this Web site periodically for the latest information and for a list of the sponsors who are helping to make it happen.  In fact, it would be great to drop them a note to say thank you as well. Sponsors and Volunteers, we need you! Please click here to let us know how you can participate in making this great event happen.
 


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