A group of Rapides Parish teachers and school leaders is participating this week in the Louisiana Department of Education’s Teacher Leader Summit in New Orleans.

According to the Rapides Parish School Board, educators attending the summit are taking part in professional development sessions, networking opportunities, and collaborative discussions with teachers and administrators from across the state.

District officials said participants are focusing on new instructional strategies, leadership development, classroom best practices, and innovative approaches that can be implemented during the upcoming school year.

The annual summit brings together educators from throughout Louisiana to share ideas and strengthen educational practices aimed at improving student learning outcomes.

Rapides Parish School Board officials expressed appreciation for the educators who are spending part of their summer continuing their professional growth and leadership development ahead of the next academic year.