Stuart Wright announced that Annaliece Romero of Natchitoches Parish has been selected to receive an academic scholarship through the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Scholarship Program for the 2025-26 school year.

Romero plans to attend Louisiana Tech University, where she will pursue a degree in secondary education with the goal of becoming an English teacher. She is the daughter of Jessica Roberson.

The scholarship program is funded through the Louisiana Sheriffs’ Honorary Membership Program. Each year, sheriffs across the state award scholarships to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, and character.

Applicants must be Louisiana residents, enroll as full-time undergraduate students, and attend an in-state college or university.

Sheriff Wright also announced that Chalin Gandy and Christian Frazier were named alternates and will receive academic scholarships from the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Wright said the scholarship program reflects the organization’s commitment to investing in Louisiana’s future and supporting students within the community.

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