Bossier Parish Schools has announced the recipients of the 2026 Al Yantis Optimist Club Teacher Grants, recognizing educators for innovative classroom ideas, effective grant proposals and their commitment to enhancing student learning.

The recipients were recognized during the May 21 meeting of the Bossier Parish School Board.

Teachers receiving grants include Crystal Wood and Amanda Temple of Haughton Middle School; Kelsey Boudreaux of Princeton Elementary School; Stephanie Mast of Stockwell Place Elementary School; Emily Williams of W.T. Lewis Elementary School; Meagan McMillian and Kevin Williams of Haughton High School; Juan Alvarez of Haughton High School; Jeremy Tingle of Plain Dealing High School; Bryleigh Davis of Airline High School; Kiley Cortinez of Greenacres Middle School; Jenny Clark of Benton Intermediate School; and DeAnna Dunn of Sun City Elementary School.

School officials said the grants support creative educational projects designed to provide meaningful learning opportunities for students throughout the district.

Bossier Parish Schools also expressed appreciation to the Bossier City Optimist Club for its continued support of educational innovation and excellence within local schools.

District leaders said the grant recipients exemplify dedication to student success and are helping create engaging learning experiences for children across Bossier Parish.