The Natchitoches Parish School Board has announced its 2026-2027 District Teachers of the Year, recognizing three educators for their dedication to student achievement and contributions to education across the parish.
The honorees represent the elementary, middle and high school levels.
Elementary Teacher of the Year: Angela Mitchell
Angela Mitchell, a kindergarten teacher at L.P. Vaughn Elementary School, was selected as the district’s Elementary Teacher of the Year.
Principal Carissa Davis described Mitchell as an exceptional educator whose dedication to academic excellence and commitment to ensuring every student learns, grows and belongs make her deserving of the recognition.
Middle School Teacher of the Year: Kristy Strother
Kristy Strother, a seventh- and eighth-grade math teacher at NSU Middle Lab, was named the district’s Middle School Teacher of the Year.
With 30 years of dedication to education, Strother has made a lasting impact on generations of students.
Principal Natalie Ducote praised Strother’s ability to meet students where they are academically, challenge them to reach their full potential and develop relationships that continue long after students leave Middle Lab.
High School Teacher of the Year: Tameshia Frederick
Tameshia Frederick, a Financial Literacy and Business Math teacher at Natchitoches Central High School, was selected as the district’s High School Teacher of the Year.
Principal Micah Coleman described Frederick as “the heart of Natchitoches Central,” recognizing her dedication in the classroom, commitment to coaching and supporting students, and role in helping improve ACT and WorkKeys scores.
In addition to the three district-level honorees, the Natchitoches Parish School Board recognized its school-level Teachers of the Year, Early Childhood Teachers of the Year and New Teachers of the Year.
The district expressed appreciation to all honorees for their contributions to students and families throughout Natchitoches Parish.
The complete list of honorees and additional information is available in the district’s official press release at https://www.npsb.la/article/3242885.