We are so excited to welcome some new faces to our Lewis Crew for the 2024-2025 school year!
Miss Boyd, 5th Grade
About Me: I graduated from LSUS in December 2023 with my B.S. in Elementary Education. I completed a year of student teaching at Haughton Elementary School and took a long term substitute position for 3rd grade math and science at W.T. Lewis in February. I believe every student has the power to learn and deserves a safe and welcoming learning environment in order to thrive. I cannot wait to see how much we grow in this upcoming year. I’m so excited to officially be a part of the Bulldog family and even more excited to be joining the 5th grade team!
Fun Facts: I’m obsessed with my Chow Chow, Kingston, and love going on nature adventures with him, friends, and family. I also do work with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Black Bayou National Wildlife Refuge for historical preservation and conservation!
Mrs. Olcott, 4th Grade
About Me: I am ecstatic to join the W.T. Lewis team. I have been a proud educator since graduating from the University of Tampa in 2008. My husband is active duty in the Air Force, which has allowed me to teach all across the country in grades 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. I have a daughter entering 4th grade and a son entering 5th grade at W.T. Lewis. I also have an adorable 5-year-old Labrador named Reese. I love to read, hike, craft, and explore with my family in my downtime.
Fun Facts: I am named after my grandmother, Jennie who was also a teacher. I have lived in five different states: California (twice!), Ohio, Florida, Georgia, and now Louisiana.
Mrs. Moore, 1st Grade
About Me: I absolutely love being a first grade teacher! I have taught for five years and I truly cannot picture myself doing anything else. In 2020, I married my amazing husband. I am a mom to the sweetest little boy and two fur babies. I can’t wait to meet my future students!
Fun Facts: I have two dogs that I adore! Their names are Comet and Mabel. Reading is my all time favorite hobby. Once I start a book I can’t put it down!
Mrs. Owens, 3rd Grade
About Me: This will be my twelfth year of teaching. I received my Bachelors of Science in Education from Louisiana State University in Shreveport. I am a proud product of Bossier Parish and attended Airline High School. GO VIKES! I married my high school sweetheart and have 3 beautiful children. When I am not at school, I love spending time with my family. My mission is to build relationships and create lasting memories with my students. I love to watch my students have fun while learning. I’m so excited to be part of the W.T. Lewis family!
Fun Facts: I love Stitch from the Disney movie Lilo and Stitch. I love going to the beach.
Mister Cobb, 4th Grade
About Me: I am from Baton Rouge, Louisiana! I am a proud graduate of Louisiana Tech University (2022). I am also pursuing my Master's at Grambling State. This will be my third year in education. I am a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. #GEAUXDAWGS
Fun Facts: I enjoy golfing. I have a twin sister.
Mrs. Founds, Assistant Principal
About Me: I’m married to my high school sweetheart, Adam Founds, for 17 years, and we have 2 beautiful daughters, Blair and Millie. I come from a long line of educators! I am an alt cert educator - with my Masters of Arts in Teaching with my Education Leadership Add-On. I love doing hot yoga and hot Pilates! I’m super excited to return home as a W.T. Lewis Bulldog!
Fun Facts: I grew up on a Christmas tree farm in Zwolle Louisiana. My grandfather started the Zwolle Tamale Fiesta 48 years ago in zwolle, Louisiana and my dad is still the president of the nonprofit organization today.
Mrs. Hatcher, 2nd Grade
About Me: I am so excited to be joining the W.T. Lewis Family. I am a proud graduate of Louisiana Tech University. I have been teaching for 12 years. I have had the joy of teaching 4th grade, 3rd grade, and 2nd grade. With second grade being my favorite! I have been married since 2015 and have a 4 year old son and 2 year old daughter. I am excited for this school year and ready to meet my new students.
Fun Facts: I have two dogs named Daisy and Cooper. I love spending time with my family and friends going on trips and vacations.
Welcome to W.T. Lewis! It's going to be a great year!