Teachers

This chunk of change (along with the $39 million set aside for public schools) will cost the state $140 million per year.

This spectacular mind sculptor teaches 6th and 8th grade English at Benton Middle School and also coaches the danceline.

Don't be shy, tell us who this spotlight should shine on and why!

Did you know that being a teacher is one of the lowest paid professions that generally require a bachelor's degree?

This shouldn't come as too much of a surprise considering everyone knows how incredible our Louisiana teachers are!

Educators in Louisiana will have a new tool to keep their students and our kids safe

I can virtually guarantee none of those people are teachers.

Clearly, the owners of the local Mexican restaurant understand the struggle. Do you know of any other local restaurants that are hooking teachers up with freebies?

The funds will also benefit school nurses, librarians and counselors - plus, future full-time employees. Basically, everyone except administrators.

While we all can agree that teachers deserve so much more, a start is a start, and this raise is a good sign.

The biggest day of discounts is on Tuesday. Don't forget to take your valid School ID to cash in on your discounts!

Let's show educators in our area exactly how much we care about them and let's find our favorite!