Lafayette Parish School System’s commitment to its core value of Culture extends beyond the classroom and into the broader community. In recent years, Superintendent Francis Touchet Jr. has continued a focused effort to engage with local organizations, creating space for dialogue, shared understanding, and collaboration.
Through ongoing visits with a range of civic and community groups, including local chapters of Kiwanis, Rotary, various chambers of commerce, coteries, and Women of Wisdom, the superintendent prioritizes direct communication with stakeholders across Lafayette Parish. These engagements serve as an opportunity to share the district’s work while also listening to the perspectives of community members.
This week, Superintendent Touchet continued that outreach with visits to the Carencro Business Association and Kiwanis Club of Acadiana.
During these meetings, the superintendent presents the district’s vision centered on Safety, Growth, Opportunity, and Culture, along with key initiatives planned for the upcoming school year. This includes rolling out the new LPSS Success Playbook and implementation of the Portrait of a Graduate, a framework designed to ensure students graduate prepared for success beyond high school and reflective of the needs of industry within our community.
These conversations also provide an opportunity for community members to ask questions, share feedback, and offer perspectives that help inform the district’s work. This exchange reflects an ongoing commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement, grounded in the belief that strong school systems are strengthened through meaningful connection with the communities they serve.
By maintaining a visible presence across Lafayette Parish, LPSS continues to help build relationships that support students and reinforce a shared vision for the future.