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Chubby Carrier interacts with students from Dozier Elementary during a recent visit to the school.

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Chubby Carrier with Dozier Elementary students.

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Dozier Elementary students dancing to Zydeco Music.

Zydeco Legend Chubby Carrier visits Dozier schoo

Tue, 11/25/2025 - 8:34am

It is often said, the arts are a powerful teaching tool.
Teachers and leaders agree that students who receive lessons involving the arts will not soon be forgotten.
The Acadiana Center for the Arts' education programs aim to provide experiences that integrate the arts into education.
The Vermilion Parish School System is in its second year of partnership with the Acadiana Center for the Arts.

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Make! Bake! Cake!

Thu, 10/30/2025 - 9:32am

IT’S CAKE TIME!
Days are temperate. Nights are cool. The oven will not bother anyone, least of all you.
It’s time to gather recipes for cakes to be baked throughout the holidays. Start making samples now.

ADVICE QUADRUPLED

# 1 Grease thoroughly. Spray or grease pan or try cake release. There are many choices. Pound cake pans must be well coated or your beautiful, delicious cake will come out in chunks.

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Ryan Abshire (Principal), Sabrina Langley (Assistant Principal), Alexander Landry (Student of the Year), and Justin Simon (Assistant Principal).

lexander Landry named J.H. Williams Middle School’s Student of the Year

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 9:32am

Alexander Landry is J.H. Williams Middle School’s 2025 - 2026 Student of the Year! Alexander’s outstanding academic achievements are matched by his passion for cultural enrichment through Lache Pas, where he enjoys learning about Cajun music and exploring new instruments. A dedicated member of the JHW Band, Alexander continues to shine both in and out of the classroom. His leadership and teamwork skills are further highlighted through his involvement in the nationally qualifying BETA Leadership teams, making him a true example of excellence and well-rounded success.

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Cecil Picard Elementary’s 2025-2026 Student of the Year — Ridge Ramsey.

Cecil Picard Elementary Student of the Year

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 9:28am

Cecil Picard Elementary is proud to announce their 2025-2026 Student of the Year — Ridge Ramsey.
We are incredibly proud of Ridge for his hard work, leadership, and outstanding character.
He truly represents what it means to be a Jr. Patriot - respectful, responsible, and always striving for excellence!
Ridge will go on to represent Cecil Picard Elementary at the district level.

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The Woman's Club of Abbeville contributed to the disaster relief efforts following the flood disaster that occurred in Kerr County, Texas on the Fourth of July 2025.

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Members of the Woman's Club of Abbeville

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Abbeville Womens Club disaster relief efforts following July 4th Texas flood

Wed, 10/29/2025 - 9:24am

The Woman's Club of Abbeville contributed to the disaster relief efforts following the flood disaster that occurred in Kerr County, Texas on the Fourth of July 2025.
The club donated cleaning supplies from a Brookshire Grant secured by Jolene Gibbs, Past President of GFWC Louisiana. An 18-wheeler filled with these, and other supplies departed from Abbeville to assist affected victims.

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