The Jackson Parish Retired Teachers’ Association (JPRTA) held its first meeting of the new year on January 20, 2026, at the Jackson Parish Library.

The session opened with Dr. Mason introducing guest speaker Kim Brunson, Family Nurse Practitioner for Mercy Medical Center, who presented healthy retirement information about foods, vitamins, medications, exercise, clinic visits, and community involvement.

Members thoroughly enjoyed the presentation and participated in a question-and-answer session, followed by Ms. Irene Jones thanking Ms. Brunson for taking the time to speak to the members.

The regular business meeting then resumed with Ms. Irene Jones sharing the 2026 meeting dates and providing information from the state teachers’ retirement association. Next, the members sang “Happy Birthday” to our birthday honorees, Ms. Bettye Jones and Mrs. Valerie Tew. Following the meeting, everyone enjoyed a light snack prepared by Ms. Richards, Ms. Irene Jones, and Mrs. Tew, along with a birthday cake provided by Mrs. Bryan.

If you are a retired educator or retired employee of the Jackson Parish School District and would like to join the JPRTA, contact Ms. Irene Jones, President, at (318) 475-5517. The next meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2026.