Love Our Schools in partnership with Lafayette Parish School System, honored outstanding educators from across Lafayette Parish on Saturday during the UL Ragin’ Cajuns Men’s Basketball game, officially crowning the 2025-2026 Education All-Stars award winners in front of fans at the Cajundome.
Finalists were welcomed to the game and celebrated for their dedication to students before the five category winners were announced. Each Education All-Stars winner will receive a $1,000 grant to benefit their classroom or support impactful work within their school.
The 2025-2026 Education All-Stars winners are:
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Hall of Fame – Elementary School: Latoya Rideau
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Hall of Fame – Middle School: Britney Bonnet-Taylor
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Hall of Fame – High School: Emily Benoit
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Breakout Award: Emily Weber
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All Heart Award: Katy Twiner
“These educators and support staff represent the very best of our school system. They are passionate, committed, and deeply invested in the success of their students,” said Jenny Baudoin with Love Our Schools. “We’re proud to celebrate them in such a meaningful way and to invest directly back into their classrooms and schools.”
The Education All-Stars program was created by Love Our Schools to recognize educators and support staff who go above and beyond for students and school communities. Finalists were surprised in January, 2026 by Love Our Schools representatives and school system leadership.
By partnering with the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for the recognition game, Love Our Schools was able to celebrate educators on a highly visible stage while connecting education, community, and school spirit.
For more information about Education All-Stars or Love Our Schools, visit LoveOurSchoolsFoundation.org.