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Ms. Johnson is a native of Baton Rouge and a Southern University graduate with a degree in microbiology and minors in math and chemistry. A former Chair of the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education, Linda now serves as the GEO Academies EBR School Board President. She has been the most important catalyst in the organization’s development and has helped GEO Prep Academy and, recently, GEO Prep Mid City become high demand community charter schools among families and educators in Baton Rouge.
Dr. Slan was educated in the EBR Public School System and has worked in education for over 40 years. She has been an elementary teacher, district curriculum supervisor, and district superintendent. Dr. Slan currently serves as a facilitator of the Instructional Leadership Program for the EBR School System. Dr. Slan is a founding GEO Board member.
Linda L. Fontenot Ph.D., is an educator and consultant in Human and Organizational Behavior. She is a university professor and coach/trainer in cultural diversity, critical reasoning, and life skills for government, corporations, and academic and faith-based institutions. Dr. Fontenot has developed elementary and university curricula, written, and presented publications in conference proceedings, on race relations, multi-cultural communication, leadership, and education. Her focus is to assist minority groups engage in the decision making process, access opportunities to succeed and to develop 21st century servant leaders.
With over 10 years experience in the banking industry, Mr. Anderson brings a wealth of knowledge on banking relationships and financial services to the board. Levar currently serves as Vice President-Business Relationship Manager III at JPMorgan Chase Bank.
Dr. Wade is a native and current resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She currently serves as Assistant Chief Administrative Officer for the EBR Office of Mayor-President. Dr. Wade is a licensed educator and has served as a founding Dean and Adjunct Professor. She has taught at every level of the education spectrum from kindergarten to doctoral degree.