Central Louisiana News

Congresswoman Julia Letlow, representing Louisiana's 5th district, recently shared a series of tweets highlighting educational achievements and community initiatives in her state. These posts reflect her ongoing commitment to education and local development.

On January 31, 2025, Letlow celebrated Louisiana's progress in national education rankings. She announced, "Great news for Louisiana students! We have jumped from 43rd to 32nd in the country in the latest national education rankings, with significant improvements in math and reading." Letlow emphasized the collective efforts of teachers, parents, and students while acknowledging room for further improvement.

Later that day, she tweeted about a productive meeting with Baton Rouge Mayor-President Sid Edwards. She expressed optimism about future collaborations by stating, "Great meeting with Baton Rouge Mayor-President @CoachSidEdwards about the exciting opportunities ahead for the community! We discussed working together to build a safer, more prosperous Baton Rouge."

Additionally, Letlow marked National School Choice Week with another tweet on January 31. As an advocate for educational choice based on her experience as an educator and mother of two children, she noted, "Happy National School Choice Week! As a former educator and mother of two, I know firsthand the role a quality education can play in a student’s life. Parents should always have the option to choose the school that is right for their child." She also mentioned her pride in cosponsoring related legislation.