The Natchitoches Lions Club recently welcomed Jennifer Ingram of the Natchitoches Parish School Board as a guest speaker during a club meeting.

Ingram, who serves as the Supervisor of Student Wellness and Parental Involvement for the school system, shared information about the upcoming Back to School Expo and ongoing preparations for the next academic year.

While students are preparing for summer activities, school board officials are already working toward a successful start to the upcoming school year, according to Ingram.

Lions Club members will participate in the upcoming Expo by conducting eye screenings for children ages 4 and under and sharing information about eye care programs available through the organization. Club members will also provide information about a new program designed for early elementary-aged students.

Additional event details are expected to be announced at a later date.

Pictured from left to right are Lions Club Board Members Sammy Woods, Don Brown, Nicole Woods, Jennifer Ingram, Bill Buckley, Michael Gianonne, and Mickey Stroud.