
Francis Touchet, Jr. - Superintendent, Lafayette Parish School System
Francis Touchet, Jr. is an experienced education leader with over 30 years of service in Louisiana’s public schools. Appointed Superintendent of the Lafayette Parish School System in 2023, he has focused his leadership on student growth, school culture, safety, and expanding opportunity across the district.
Under his guidance, LPSS has advanced several major initiatives, including the development of state-of-the-art school facilities, a comprehensive teacher incentive plan, and a salary increase to bring educator compensation in line with the district’s size ranking in the state. These efforts—approved by the School Board in 2025—have strengthened teacher recruitment and retention while reinforcing the district’s commitment to fiscal responsibility. During the 2024–25 school year, Touchet and his team identified operational efficiencies that allowed LPSS to reduce staffing at all levels without compromising educational quality.
Prior to becoming superintendent, Touchet served as a teacher, coach, principal, and district leader, including work with the Louisiana Department of Education supporting over 40 districts statewide. A graduate of Kaplan High School, he holds degrees from the University of Southwestern Louisiana and McNeese State University.
His leadership continues to reflect a deep commitment to student success and the future of public education in Lafayette Parish.
Superintendent Overview
The Superintendent serves as the chief executive officer and educational advisor of the Lafayette Parish School Board. As the instructional leader of the school district and its chief executive officer, the Superintendent has the primary responsibility for personnel actions, as well as serves as the Secretary and Treasurer of the School Board.
Christi Guidry
Executive Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Education
521-7015
ccguidry@lpssonline.com
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