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Seniors: Jaycie Hardy, Julie Romero, Kylie Istre, Marlee Nugier. Juniors: Gabby Leonard, Mia Russo. Sophomores: Annalyn Irby, Avery Folsom, Claire Gerard, Emma Guidry, Sadie Roberts. Freshman: Maddie Broussard. Manager: Jaylen Leblanc. Coaches: Vangie Davidson, Shamayne Istre.

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All American Dancer Recipients.Standing: Gabby Leonard, Marlee Nugier, Kylie Istre, Mia Russo. Kneeling: Julie Romero, Jaycie Hardy

North Vermilion Dreams Dance Team return from UDA camp with a sweep of awards

The North Vermilion Dreams Dance Team return from UDA camp with a sweep of awards! They attended camp in Baton Rouge this past week and represented NV with patriot pride!

1st Place DII Home Routine

Superior Trophy
Team Full Out Award
Team Drill Down Winners
Super Spirit Stick
Leadership Award
All American Dancers

•Jaycie Hardy
•Julie Romero
•Kylie Istre
•Marlee Nugier
•Gabby Leonard
•Mia Russo

Pin It Forward Award Recipients

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Mrs. Hunter Michael Bertrand
Morgan Alysse Photography

Miss Jada Lynn Poche’ & Mr. Hunter Michael Bertrand United in Holy Matrimony

Miss Jada Lynn Poché of Erath, Louisiana and Mr. Hunter Michael Bertrand of Broussard, Louisiana were united in the sacrament of Holy Matrimony at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church on Saturday, June 7th. Father Clinton Sensat, pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes in Erath, officiated the Nuptial Mass.

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Josslyn Maud Jakerian Arceneaux

Josslyn Maud Jakerian Arceneaux graduated summa cum laude from Alabama State University

Josslyn Maud Jakerian Arceneaux, an Abbeville native and daughter of Kasha Brown and Joaquin Arceneaux, is a proud alumna of Abbeville High School, where she graduated at the top of her class in 2021. On May 2, 2025, at 8:45 A.M., Josslyn graduated summa cum laude—the highest level of honor—from Alabama State University, once again earning top honors in her class. She majored in psychology and minored in rehabilitation, and has been an honors student throughout all four years of college, maintaining an exceptional academic record.

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Easy Does It!

BOURSIN CHICKEN AND PASTA

Crock pot cooking.
No oven heat.
No stove top flames.

INGREDIENTS

-1 1/2 lb skinless, boneless chicken
-Seasoning to taste
-1 can Italian-style diced tomatoes
-2 cups chicken broth, water would suffice although not as rich as broth
-1 cup orzo pasta
-2 (5.2 oz) packages garlic and herb Boursin cheese, found in deli
-5 oz baby spinach
-1 tsp lemon juice, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

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Pictured (L to R): Randy Lege (ACA), Tony Mayard & Madeline DeHart (Vermilion Arts Council), Claire Gaspard Broussard (ACA) 2025 French immersion scholar Ethan Cessac (EHS), Bonnie Broussard, Patsy Hebert (Abbeville Giant Omelette) and Lloyd Doré III (ACHA President).

Russell Gaspard French Immersion Scholarship awarded to Ethan J. Cessac

The Russell Gaspard French Immersion Scholarship committee presented the 2025 student recipient, Ethan J. Cessac (parents - Ashley & Brandon Cessac), with a Certificate of Recognition.
Since 2007 the Acadian Centre Acadian and Abbeville Cultural & Historical Alliance have provided 24 Vermilion Parish student scholarships to study at the University St. Anne summer program in Church Point, Nova Scotia, Canada.

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