Natchitoches Parish School Board congratulated NSU Elementary Lab School teacher Aaliyah Seawood on being named one of Northwestern State University’s Outstanding Young Professionals in Education.

Seawood currently teaches English/language arts at NSU Elementary Lab School. She has also served as a summer school site coordinator and sponsor/coach of the Natchitoches Central High School Maroon Line.

NSU’s Outstanding Young Professionals in Education award recognizes education graduates age 45 and younger who have at least 10 years of service in education and have made significant contributions to the field and/or their community.

Seawood was recognized for building strong relationships with students, setting high expectations and creating a classroom where every child feels valued and capable of success. Her compassion and commitment to her students have made a lasting impact both in and outside the classroom.

The Natchitoches Parish School Board celebrated Seawood and the recognition, calling it a well-deserved honor.

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