Saint Martin Parish School District Announces Inaugural STEAM Advisory Board Members for Magnet Academies Program
Breaux Bridge - The Saint Martin Parish School District has announce the formation of the Magnet Academies Program STEAM Advisory Board, a key initiative to strengthen and sustain the District’s commitment to high-quality, innovative education in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).
The Advisory Board brings together a diverse group of parents, educators, community members, and representatives from local STEM and arts organizations, as well as school administrators and District Leadership Team members, all united in their commitment to supporting student success and enriching the STEAM learning experience in the District’s Magnet Academies.
2025-2026 advisory board members include: Angela Allen, Aurore Ballengee, Brandon Ballengee, Elleanor Batiste, Sabrina Belaire, Alberta Charles, Brittany Manual, Ricky Martin, Shekia Garrick, Jenny Mayeaux, Tyler Patin, Markela Robertson, Bree Sargent, Alainey Smith and Ryan Denise Williams.
The STEAM Advisory Board plays a vital role in advancing the mission of the Magnet Academies Program by providing strategic feedback and recommendations to enhance the magnet program; promoting STEAM programs and community events; volunteering and supporting student-focused school activities; expanding partnerships with industry and community stakeholders; assisting with long-term planning, sustainability, and growth; supporting the development of extracurricular and enrichment opportunities; and collaborating with school and district leadership to align STEAM initiatives with academic goals For more information about the Magnet Academies Program, including the STEAM Advisory Board, please contact the Magnet Coordinator Dr. Jon Downs at [email protected] or Marketing Coordinator Crystal Rapinchuk at [email protected].
