Mme Truchot was born in the east of France, near Switzerland and Germany approximately two hrs from Strausbourg.
Truchot earned a Bachelor's degree in Biology and was a teacher for 13 years, Director of preschool for seven years before moving to a French school in Hollywood, Florida. She then worked at a French-American school in New Milford, New Jersey before happily arriving at LFNO in the summer of 2020 during Covid. b
Truchot loves to travel with her daughter, read, bake, and watch sports.
Mme Morel earned her Bachelor's of Science in Education with a specialty in Early Childhood Education. Before serving as Co-Principal, Morel worked as a fourth grade STEM teacher and a Math Resource Teacher at Norco Elementary School. Morel joined LFI as an SBLC and 504 Chairperson before becoming an Academic Interventionist. Morel hails from Opelousas, Louisiana and resides in the Greater New Orleans area.
Jessica Hudson serves as the Vice Principal at Lycée Français International de la Louisiane. A proud native of New Orleans and graduate of the city’s public school system, she brings both deep local roots and a strong commitment to academic excellence.
Mrs. Hudson earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana and began her professional career as a Public Health Laboratory Scientist, where she was part of the team responsible for testing Gulf seafood following the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. This experience ultimately inspired her to transition into education.
She began her educational career as a high school chemistry teacher and has since taught every high school science course, including Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry and Environmental Science. Over the years, Mrs. Hudson has held multiple leadership roles, including Science Department Chair, PLC Leader, Mentor Teacher, Test Coordinator, Instructional Coach, Dean, Interim Assistant Principal.
Mrs. Hudson believes effective school leadership requires a comprehensive understanding of school operations at every level. That belief has guided her professional development and leadership philosophy. In recognition of her excellence in teaching and leadership, she was named Teacher of the Year in 2017 for her charter district, selected as an NSTA/Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge Winner, and completed the Urban League’s ULEAD leadership development program.
She also holds a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Her primary areas of focus include strengthening instructional quality, supporting teacher development, and cultivating a positive, high-performing school culture. Mrs. Hudson is deeply committed to the principle that every child has the right to a free, high-quality education.
