As the year comes to a close and the holiday season is upon us, we pause with full hearts to celebrate the students, educators, and partners who continue to elevate Louisiana’s educational landscape. Your dedication to learning, leadership, and service fuels the mission of the LSU Tiger Teacher Corps and strengthens schools across our state. Whether you are preparing for your very first classroom or helping shape policy that impacts thousands, your work truly matters, and it makes a difference every single day.

Thank you for the heart, energy, and unwavering commitment you bring to this incredible profession. We are deeply grateful for all you do. May this holiday season bring you well-deserved rest, joyful moments with loved ones, and renewal as you look ahead to a bright and impactful year.

With gratitude and warmest wishes,

Roland Mitchell
Dean, LSU College of Human Sciences & Education
E.B. "Ted" Robert Endowed Professor

"This semester, the Tiger Teacher Corps has solidified my desire to become an educator, and I believe it has not only impacted my success but also the success of my future students. This program has allowed us to be encouraged by many great educators and grow as educators long before stepping into a classroom, and for that, I will be forever grateful."

Taylor Veach 
Belle Chasse, Louisiana
Elementary Education

"The Tiger Teacher Corps has meant so much to me this semester. It’s given me valuable insight into my future career and connected me with people who are on the same path. Visiting the school was truly eye-opening and made everything about what I’ll be doing soon feel real."

Aiyana Gray 
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Elementary Education

"In my 35 years at LSU, I have never felt so much positive energy in support of the teachers and teacher-educators in Louisiana."

James Madden, PhD
Associate Director of the Gordon A. Cain Center for
STEM Literacy

Below are photos from our first semester of the Tiger Teacher Corps, including our launch Tiger Teacher Pep Rally, HSE1000 – an introductory course designed to ignite student passions and connect them with resources, the Tiger Teacher Corps Tailgate, classroom visits, and much more.