Meet our Board

I purchased my home in LaPlace, LA in 2002 and while a native of Wisconsin, St. John is my home. My professional career the past 25 years as a non-profit health care executive, business owner, and now as a member of the St. John Parish School Board, I experienced many professional triumphs but none as great as the rewards I receive from being a mom to my daughter, Trinity. I am often told, “Trinity is so lucky to have you.” If they only knew, I am the one who has been blessed beyond measure to have my heart opened to a love so pure and genuine. While the role of a parent to a child with a disability is not always easy and often unknown, I would not change my role for anything in the world. 

I am a vibrant and social young adult living with Down Syndrome. I was raised to believe I can do anything when just given the opportunity; I just may do it in my own unique way! My disability does not define me, instead I have chosen to step forward and show the world the amazing things I can do! I hope you will join me in helping to empower the dreams and change the lives of persons living with a disability in our community! 

I am married to Jeremy LeBouef and have two sons, Gavin and Garrad.  Teaching my 4th grade students brings me so much joy. In 2021, I was named teacher of the year at Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School in LaPlace.  I enjoy spending time with family, weekend getaways, word searches, and crocheting. My cousin lives with Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum (ACC) so I am honored to be a part of the My Dreams Foundation and the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and the caregivers of those with special needs. 

I am a proud Board Member of the My Dreams Foundation. By profession, I am a music educator who has years of experience in teaching and organizing performance opportunities for the Lake Pontchartrain Elementary School community in LaPlace. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, exploring a new city, and concerts. My Godmother lives everyday life with paralysis so I am honored to be a part of the My Dreams Foundation to empower the dreams and change the lives of individuals and the caretakers of those living with a disability.

 I served as a paraprofessional , bus monitor, and truancy officer for St. John Parish public schools for over 40 years. I also served the community in many different roles, as a Sunday School Teacher, a member of the St. John the Baptist Parish Housing Board, President of St. John Association of Educators, Council on Aging, and as a member of the National Education Association Board of Directors and Executive Committee. I was the first paraprofessional to be elected as the President of the St. John Association of Educators and the first paraprofessional elected to the NEA Executive Committee.   I am always working to make my community a better place for everyone.  Having worked in special education, making a difference in the lives of those living with a disability is dear to my heart.  I also have two granddaughters with a developmental disability so working for a more inclusive world is important to me. 

I'm a lifelong resident of St. John the Baptist Parish. I'm married with three lively boys. I enjoy family time, traveling, attending sporting events, and being a "boy/sports mom".  My oldest son has a rare genetic disorder called Soto's syndrome. Working with the special needs population is near and dear to my heart.  I work as a family nurse practitioner, and I enjoy helping people any way I possibly can. I specialize in geriatrics and long-term care.