06/10/2026
Today, Louisiana Federation of Teachers President Larry Carter testified before BESE on behalf of more than 18,000 teachers and school employees across our state.
President Carter made it clear: teachers and school employees cannot afford a pay cut.
While acknowledging efforts to continue teachers and school employees stipends for the 2026-2027 school year, he urged BESE and the Louisiana Department of Education to provide full transparency about how proposed funding changes would impact local school districts, students, and school employees.
Louisiana's academic progress has been the result of a team effort. Teachers, paraprofessionals, counselors, nurses, bus drivers, cafeteria workers, specialists, principals, and support staff all play a critical role in student success. Every employee deserves respect and fair compensation.
President Carter called for a district-by-district impact analysis so parents, employees, taxpayers, and community members can understand exactly how funding reductions would affect their schools.
"Louisiana needs a plan that protects compensation, protects students, protects school funding, and moves us toward a permanent salary solution."
Thank you to President Carter for standing up for Louisiana's educators, school employees, and students.
