Nancy Barnard is a Special Education Teacher and Reading Interventionist with the Vermilion Parish School Board. She has over 30 years of experience in education, including roles as a Special Education Supervisor, Transition Specialist, Remedial Math Teacher, and Elementary Teacher. Barnard holds a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Tulane University and certifications from Louisiana Tech University and Northwestern State University. She has received awards such as Teacher of the Year and volunteers with organizations supporting students, art, and agriculture.