Lauralee Dugas Labit – Elementary Education, December 1996

Lauralee Dugas Labit

December 1996 – Elementary Education

                I can honestly say that USL has been a part of my life as long as I can remember.  My father, Dr. Ed Dugas, has been a physical education professor there for over 30 years.  As a young child, it was always understood that one day I would attend USL.  I started USL in the Fall of 1992 as a psychology major.  I immediately fell in love with school.  There was such a relaxed, fun atmosphere.   I began to work part time at Fisher Early Childhood Development Center and realized that my true love was working with kids.  I changed my major to Elementary Education in 1993 and began study in that field.

                Certain professors, such as Dr. Juanita Cox,  Dr. Ed Goellner, and Dr. Gail Dack revealed to me the kind of educator I wanted to be:  a patient, understanding  teacher who likes to keep a sense of humor and have fun with her students.

                I met my husband, Sterling, at USL.  Sterling graduated in Psychology in 1997.  I  graduated and we were married in December 1996.  I am now teaching at Carencro Middle School and I love being a teacher.  In July 1998 I gave birth to our first child, Christian.  I hope he realizes the value of an education  through all the things he will learn from his family.

                Congratulations on an enjoyable Showcase and best wishes for the Centennial Celebration.