Ms. Monique Chargois - Principal
Education
- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Louisiana Lafayette, 2002
- Master of Education in Administration and Supervision, University of Louisiana Lafayette 1997
- Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education, University of Louisiana Lafayette, 1995
- Vermilion Catholic High School, 1992
Educational Experience
- 2014-Present--Principal--Ernest Gallet Elementary
- 2008-2014--Principal--Lafayette Middle School
- 2004-2008--Assistant Principal--Lafayette Middle School
- 2002-2004--Assistant Principal--Paul Breaux Middle School
- 1999-2002--3rd grade teacher--Ernest Gallet Elementary
- 1995-1999--3rd grade teacher--Ridge Elementary
About Me
I am married to Kevin Chargois. We have 6 children. Madison Magee is 19 years old. She is attending the University of Louisiana Lafayette and is majoring in Education. Bailee Magee is 16 years old. She is a Junior at Early College Academy. Kevin (Vin) Chargois Jr. is 5 years old. Jace Chargois, 30 years old, Hunter Chargois, 28 years old, and Kami Chargois, 23 years old. We have 1 grandchild, Kamille Chargois and she is 3.
Hobbies:
I love taking pictures.
Interesting fact:
I co-authored a book How the Best Teachers Differentiate Instruction.
Ms. Danika Richard - Acting Assistant Principal
Education
- Master of Education in Educational Leadership, University of Louisiana At Lafayette, 2023
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Health & Physical Education K-12, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, 2016
- Lafayette Parish School System Leadership Institute, 2023
- Louisiana Mentor Teacher, 2020
- High School Diploma, Lafayette High School, 2006
Educational Experience
- Acting Assistant Principal - Ernest Gallet Elementary - Present
- Health & Physical Education Teacher - Ernest Gallet Elementary - 2016-2024
About Me
I was born and raised in Lafayette, Louisiana and enjoy all things in our sportsman's paradise! I graduated from UL Lafayette in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology Health & Physical Education and have been teaching PE at Ernest Gallet since. Recently, I obtained a Master of Education in Educational Leadership at UL Lafayette. Go Cajuns! If I am not teaching at Ernest Gallet, I enjoy making memories with family and friends. Some of my favorite things to do are watching sports games, spending time outdoors, cooking and traveling. I am honored to be named Acting Assistant Principal at Ernest Gallet! I look forward to growing and strengthening this amazing school and community of ours!
Ms. Charmaine Bahalwan - Instructional Leader
Education:
- Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, American College of Education
- Specialist certification, Bilingual specialist, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
- Specialist certification, Technology specialist, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
- Bachelor of Science, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
- High School Diploma, Adali E. Stevenson High School
Educational Experience:
- Lafayette Parish School System: Ernest Gallet Elementary
- Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy
- Lafayette Parish School System: Westside Elementary, District Math Planning team
About Me:
I am from Lincolnshire, Illinois. I joined the Marines in 2000 and completed one tour in the Iraq war. In 2004 I moved to Youngsville, Louisiana after my time in the Marines. I attended University of Louisiana where I Graduated in 3 years with my degree in Early CHildhood education, specialist in bilingual education and specialist in technology. I Went back for my Masters in curriculum and instruction in 2016 where I graduated with honors. I began working at Westside elementary until 2012.I worked on the district math I left the parish and worked at Acadiana Renaissance Charter academy as a Kindergarten teacher, team lead and Mentor teacher. I am excited to join the amazing staff at Ernest Gallet Elementary as the instructional leader. I have twin daughters that are freshman and dance competitively. In my pastime, I enjoy spending time with family and friends relaxing on the patio, baking, hiking and cheering on my girls at all the dance competitions.
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