COMMENDATIONS: Commends and congratulates Ginger Gustavson for her contributions and years of leadership in education upon the occasion of her retirement as Head of School from First Baptist Church School in Shreveport.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Thomas Pressly

The bill formally commends Ginger Gustavson for decades of educational leadership and impact across northwest Louisiana, honoring her retirement and achievements.

Enrolled. Signed by the President of the Senate and sent to the Secretary of State by the Secretary of the Senate on 6/2/2026.

Summary of SR 157 (2026 Regular Session, Louisiana)

Purpose

Commend Ginger Gustavson for her contributions and leadership in education on the occasion of her retirement as Head of School at First Baptist Church School in Shreveport.

Key Provisions

The Senate formally commends and congratulates Ginger Gustavson for her decades of educational service and leadership.

The resolution acknowledges her career roles (teacher, counselor, curriculum specialist, administrator) and highlights her impact in northwest Louisiana’s education community.

It notes specific achievements such as:

Leadership at First Baptist Church School since July 2023.
Expansion of the school’s facilities and the development of a sports complex.
Prior recognition including:
National PTA School of Excellence at Captain Shreve High School during her tenure.
2020 Louisiana Association of School Executives Regional Principal of the Year.
2021 Caddo Parish Public Schools High School Principal of the Year.

The resolution reflects on Gustavson’s broader educational contributions, including her work in various Caddo Parish schools and at the parish central office.

Who Would Be Affected

Ginger Gustavson would receive formal recognition from the Louisiana Senate.

The First Baptist Church School community (students, parents, faculty, and alumni) and the broader Caddo Parish educational community would be acknowledged for her leadership and its impact.

Procedural and Timeline Details

Type: Senate Resolution (SR 157).

Status: Introduced and placed on the calendar for a second reading; rules suspended as part of the process.

Sponsor: Senator Thomas Pressly (primary); co-sponsor listed.

Effective effect: The resolution serves as an official commendation and expression of appreciation; it does not create legal obligations or fiscal changes.

Dissemination: A copy of the resolution would be transmitted to Ginger Gustavson.

Notable Context

The resolution emphasizes Gustavson’s long-standing commitment to academic excellence, student success, and leadership, portraying her retirement as the end of a significant chapter and the beginning of a new endeavor in education.

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