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Children’s Parade

  • Saturday, March 1, 2025
  • 10:00am
Registration Deadline: 
Route: Downtown Alexandria – Murray – Fifth Street – Jackson – Third Street to St. James Street
Grand Marshal: 
Contact: Jenna Bonner – 318-542-9084 
Children's Parade Entry Form
Grand Marshal Mary Laura Hunt

Grand marshal

Mary Laura Hunt, Miss Louisiana’s Outstanding Teen 2022

SOCIAL IMPACT INTITIATIVE — #keepingitreal
The goal of #keepingitreal is to stop the pattern of comparison, self-doubt, and depression caused by social media; helping tweens understand that no human being has a picture perfect life, and that life viewed through the social media lens is not reality.   

Hometown:  Ruston, Louisiana
Education:  Junior, Ruston High School
Honors:  Honor Student at RHS, Gifted and Talented Academic Program
Leadership:  RHS Student Council, Trinity Youth Leadership Team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes Leadership Team

  • Played “Anna” in Ruston Community Theater Production of Frozen Jr.
  • Has performed at Carnegie Hall
  • All State Honor Choir member
  • Platinum Award –Dupree and LADM Dance Competitions
  • Enjoys outdoor adventures
  • Served as a missionary in Costa Rica

GRAND MARSHAL

LAURA JANE KIRKPATRICK, MISS LOUISIANA'S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2023

Social impact initiative “Leave Your Mark” which focuses on teaching others they can leave a positive mark on other through small acts of kindness.
 
Senior at Episcopal High School of Baton Rouge
 
Captain of EHS Goldsteppers
 
Honor Student and Senior Class President
 
Member of National Honor Society and Mu Alpha Theta
 
Dodgeball club founder
 
Fan Club President
 
Member of Revolution Dance company and chosen to be a part of Velocity’s MVA Plus on the National Level.
 
First Presbyterian Church Leadership Team
 
Dance for Parkinson’s Dance Teacher

GRAND MARSHAL

MELISSA LE, MISS LOUISIANA'S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2024

Melissa Le, a junior at Ruston High School, is a dedicated STEM advocate and an accomplished pianist. She is the founder of STEM to Bloom: Investing in STEM Education for All, a community service initiative focused on expanding access to STEM opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Melissa actively promotes her platform through public speaking, mentorship, and collaborations with organizations like the National Girls Collaborative Project, where she serves as Co-Chair of the Youth STEM Advisory Board and a Youth Board Member.

A two-time Louisiana State Piano Champion and Miss Louisiana’s Teen talent winner, Melissa showcased her musical excellence by performing Hungarian Op. 39 at the national Miss America’s Teen Competition, where she was named Top 11 and a talent winner.

Melissa aspires to major in STEM and pursue a career in dermatology, inspired by her personal experiences overcoming skin challenges. With a heart for service, a passion for learning, and a drive excellence, Melissa continues to inspire others through her leadership, talent, and advocacy.