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Members of the Rayne HIgh School Student Council who attended the 2013-2014 State Student Council Convention in Metarie were, kneeling from left, Natalie Alleman, Sidney Fontenot and sponsor Norellie Fontenot; standing, Drake Louis, Evan Whatley and Evan Alleman. The group was presented a plaque for their fundraising project with proceeds benefiting St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and named to the ”Mega Bucks Club” as they raised over $1,000 for the project. The students also participated in the essay contests, Mardi Gras mask contest and photography contest. Natalie Alleman and Evan Alleman presented a workshop to other schools during one of the break-out sessions, and Sidney Fontenot helped direct a district workshop. Sponsor Norellie Fontenot was honored as a “Past Advisor of the Year” and “Hall of Fame” recipient.

The Jindal family has dedicated one wall of the Governor’s Mansion to Louisiana children’s artwork. Every month a new group of artwork is displayed to pay tribute to our state’s young artists. Central Rayne Kindergarten student Gabrielle Hawkins recently visited the Governor’s Mansion in Baton Rouge with her family to view her artwork which was on display the entire month of February. Gabrielle’s drawing depicts her version of happiness and love through her colorful flowers and hearts. It was drawn last school year when she was a pre-k student in Mrs. Angie Bourgeois’s class. Gabrielle’s parents are Thadius and Ashley Hawkins.

GUESTS WELCOMED TO CAMPUS - Students, faculty and staff members at Rayne Catholic Elementary welcomed over 100 visitors to their campus on Thursday, Feb. 20, during a Leadership Symposium held for the Leader In Me learning program. Guests observed the school’s learning atmosphere which includes the seven habits the students learn and strive to develop by. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Lisa Soileaux)