J-HES United Way Ready 4 Service Students visit LA Tech

(l-r) Madeline Herndon – 4th Grade, Prospective Student of the Year; Kamryn Kimble – 4th Grade, Prospective Student of the Year; Lainey Elmore -5th Grade, District Student of the Year

On Thursday, January 16, Lainey Elmore the 2024-25 District Elementary Student of the Year and 2024-25 prospective Elementary Student of the Year candidates Madeline Herndon and Kamryn Kimble traveled to Louisiana Tech University for post-secondary insight.

The college experience made possible per the schools partnership with United Way and their Ready 4 Service program included a glance at various areas of study, organizations, and athletic programs. The campus tour ended with a tasty lunch in the dining hall!

“It is an honor to partner with United Way Region 8. I appreciate their efforts to expose our students to post-secondary pathways so that they can make informed and purposeful choices in their pathway to adult success. Preparation begins as early as the elementary level!” – Ms. Copeland, Principal.