Yann Colin is currently serving as the Interim Principal of the Primary School which includes the Early Learning Center and Elementary campus. According to Yann, Education and language have always been a driving force in his life. He was born in Bordeaux, France from a British mum and a French dad. His family traveled a lot as a child up but they were always anchored and rooted in their passion for language, communication and dedication to education. His parents would often quote a saying from Nelson Mandela "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." Yann studied Law in France and after working as a Juriste for two years in Brussels, and returned to teaching. His sense of service drove him to become a Dean of Students for the Ministry and an elected Council Member in my city near Dijon. Yann moved back to the USA and visited New Orleans and was intrigued by a school called LFNO. He visited the school and applied for a position as Coordinator of Academics. To this day, he remains dedicated to the mission of LFNO. It's service to excellence, inclusion and diversity in education.
Yann's wife is also a dedicated educator, born and raised in New Orleans. As a wise french expat once said: " if you marry someone from New Orleans, you are never leaving". We now have a beautiful son, who we hope will be part of the Lycee Francais de La Nouvelle Orleans, soon.
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.
This year marks my sixth year at the Lycée and my eighteenth year in education in New Orleans. As a parent of two Lycée students (one in kindergarten and the other in 4th grade), I'm also on the board of La Liaison, our parent-teacher organization.
When I'm not working, I take every opportunity to explore the great outdoors, whether hunting, fishing or camping. If I'm not wandering the bayous, swamps and marshes of our beautiful state, you'll find me dancing a two-step or a waltz at one of south Louisiana's many wonderful festivals. Trant earned a BA in History and Minor in Medieval Studies from Loyola University New Orleans with a Masters in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education.
Tammy Nettles is a career educator with more than twenty years experience teaching and leading in large school districts in Texas and in Louisiana. She most recently served as the director of world languages for Fort Worth ISD where she managed multiple language teams and initiatives focused on instructional technology and advanced academics. She also served as a faculty member in the Education Instruction department at Austin Community College where she served on the TransformEd faculty research team. Prior to this role, Tammy was a teacher and department chair at Leander Independent School District where she started the world language program for two new schools and led the development of the district’s AP French program. Currently, Tammy serves as an AP French consultant, table leader, and teacher mentor for the College Board.
She holds a master’s degree in Education Administration from Lamar University and a bachelor’s degree in French and Spanish Education from Louisiana Tech University. As part of her teacher preparation, Tammy represented Louisiana at the Centre Mixte de la Francophonie in La Baule, France, studied in La Rochelle with CODOFIL and at the CAVILAM in Vichy with the Cultural Service Department of the Embassy of France.
Sharon Meggs-Hamilton is a distinguished educational leader with a profound commitment to advancing student achievement and fostering inclusive learning environments. Throughout her extensive career, she has amassed a wealth of knowledge and skills in all facets of educational leadership. Throughout her career, Sharon has consistently exemplified her dedication by holding herself and others accountable for fostering an environment where every child can succeed. With
experience that spans across Orleans and Jefferson Parish Schools, Sharon served as both a dedicated teacher and an influential school leader. Her tenure in these roles has been characterized by a remarkable track record of elevating student achievement for diverse learner groups, including English-Second Language learners, students with special education needs, advanced learners, and those classified under 504 plans.
Sharon is a passionate advocate for equity and inclusion, ensuring that every student receives the support necessary to thrive academically and personally. Sharon earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Southern University, a master’s degree in teaching mathematics from Loyola University, and a master’s degree in educational leadership
from the University of New Orleans.
Yassa grew up in Northern France before going to finish my studies on the Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean, then going to live in French Guyana in South America. He has lived in Louisiana since 2016 where he held the positions of French interventionist in Lafourche Parish, 2nd grade teacher, Instructional Coach, Dean of Students and is now Assistant Principal for the Secondary Campus.
