Louisiana Famous Private School Alumni

Fletcher and Travers Mackel '94 - Travers Mackel, WDSU New Orleans News Anchor and his twin brother, Fletcher Mackel, WDSU Sports Reporter
Travis Cummings '13 - 5 on Your Side (KSDK) anchor / regional Emmy nominee: Missouri Broadcasters Association Award for his work on "RACE: Listen. Learn. Live." ; nominated twice for "Best TV Media Personality for Black Excellence Chattanooga"

E.d. White Catholic High School
Thibodaux, LA

Edward Douglas White - Former Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court -

Episcopal School of Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge, LA

Warrick Baker - 1991 - Professional athlete -
Felisha Foster - 1988 - Professional athlete -

Evangel Christian Academy
Shreveport, LA

Tug Hulett - MLB player, drafted by Texas Rangers. -
Micah Baskerville - NFL linebacker for the Chicago Bears. -

Floynell KinderCare
Baton Rouge, LA

George H. W. Bush, Former President of the United States -
Diane Sawyer, Journalist and Television Personality -

Franklin Academy
Winnsboro, LA

Lainey Wilson - country singer

Holy Rosary Catholic School
Larose, LA

René Danos David - Former Chair of Annual Fund; Class of 1985 -

Isidore Newman School
New Orleans, LA

Peyton Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP -
Eli Manning - NFL Quarterback and two-time Super Bowl MVP -
Odell Beckham Jr. - NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year -

Jewish Community Day School
Metairie, LA

Sally Bronston - Producer for the NBC News White House Unit
Adam Gold - NYC-based comedy producer
Alex Kaufman - Pro and Collegiate Scouting Coordinator for the New Orleans Pelicans

John Curtis Christian School
New Orleans, LA

Johnny Curtis, NFL player -
Curtis Joseph, NHL Goaltender -

Jones Creek Adventist Academy
Baton Rouge, LA

John Doe, Nobel Laureate -
Jane Smith, Academy Award Winner -

Lake Castle Madisonville
Madisonville, LA

Christian Trent - Drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2015 MLB draft. -
Ben Yokley - Drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 2015 MLB draft. -
Blake Butera - Drafted by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2015 MLB draft. -

Lake Castle Private School
New Orleans, LA

Daniel Fitzpatrick, 2005 | New Orleans, LA - After graduating from Lake Castle in 2005, Daniel Fitzpatrick went on to Jesuit High School and the University of Dallas, where he studied Philosophy and joined Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest honor society.He then returned to Jesuit, where he teaches English and oversees the Blue Jay Annual, National Honor Society, and Calliope, the Jesuit student literary magazine. He is the author of eight books of fiction, translation, poetry, and philosophy. He is the founding editor of Joie de Vivre: A Journal of Art, Culture, and Letters for South Louisiana. He lives with his wife, Grace, and his four children in Metairie.“The academic and ethical formation I received at Lake Castle has been critical to everything I’ve done since. And the memories of my time as a Jet remain a constant source of joy.”
Jennifer Tran, 2018 | New York, NY - After graduating Lake Castle in 2018, Jennifer Tran attended Benjamin Franklin High School, where she graduated the salutatorian of her class and was awarded the Key Award. She is currently a student at New York University with a major in Biology and minor in Creative Writing.As a pre-dental student, Jennifer is constantly challenged in her STEM courses, but because of her involvement in math competitions at Lake Castle, she learned at a young age how to critically think and look at problems in different perspectives. Her love for classic novels and strong foundation of grammar were fostered at this elementary school, allowing her to articulate her ideas sophisticatedly and be the expressive writer she is. One of her proudest achievements is being a College Leader at NYU, where she mentors first year students and serves as a teaching assistant.Even though speaking in front of a large group of strangers may be intimidating at times, all the presentations and speeches she’s given throughout her years at Lake Castle have prepared her to carry herself with confidence. As of now, Jennifer is enjoying all that New York City has to offer her and is preparing to apply to dental school in the near future.
Jacqueline Delery Wattigny, 2000 | New Orleans, LA - Jacqueline Delery Wattigny is a 2000 graduate of Lake Castle Private School in New Orleans. At Lake Castle, she was honored with the Clendon J. Butera Award in 1999 and was named Valedictorian in 2000, After Lake Castle, Jacqueline attended Mount Carmel Academy on a scholarship award and graduated with honors. She then attended Louisiana State University’s Honors College, from which she graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2008 At LSU, Jacqueline was extensively involved in campus life, including serving as Speaker Pro Tempore of LSU’s Student Senate.After completing her degree in Political Science from LSU, Jacqueline was awarded an academic scholarship to Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. At Loyola, she was honored to be made a member of the College’s most prestigious publication, the Loyola Law Review. Since graduating with her Juris Doctorate in 2011, Jacqueline has worked as a judicial law clerk at the Twenty-Fourth Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson.In addition to her work as an attorney, Jacqueline has maintained her community involvement. She volunteered for several years with Lake Castle’s dance team, for which she coined the name “Blue Angels.” Notably, Jacqueline was named Miss New Orleans in 2013. As Miss New Orleans, she volunteered her time to many local events and charity fundraisers.Jacqueline has been married to Paul Wattigny, Jr., since 2014, and they share two young children. She is also the daughter of Terry Delery, who has distinguished herself as an educator at Lake Castle for over 30 years. Jacqueline believes that Lake Castle’s commitment to academic excellence and deep appreciation for the importance of family formed her into a person who strives for excellence in all aspects of her life, and she is tremendously grateful to have received an elementary education of the highest quality.

Lake Charles KinderCare
Lake Charles, LA

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Lutheran High School Of Greater New Orleans
Metairie, LA

Johandra Aquiles, recipient of the Flames of the Future Student Leadership Award, Class of 2025 -

Martin Luther King Junior Christian Academy
Baton Rouge, LA

John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Mckinney Byrd Academy
Shreveport, LA

Dr. Sheryl Lewing - Executive Director, background in Entrepreneurship, Special Education, Biology, and Environmental Science -

Metairie Park Country Day School
Metairie, LA

Blake Amann '17: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship -
Sydney Lee '18: Fulbright Teaching Assistantship -

Montessori School Of Ruston
Ruston, LA

Anne Frank - Author -
Jackie Kennedy Onassis - Former First Lady -
Julia Child - Chef -
Larry Page - Co-founder of Google -
Sergey Brin - Co-founder of Google -
William and Henry - Princes -

Northside Christian School
Crowley, LA

Notre Dame High School
Crowley, LA

Very Reverend Brent L. Smith, VF, Chancellor -
Mr. Wendell Prudhomme, Principal -

O'Neal KinderCare
Baton Rouge, LA

Jane Doe, Educator -
John Smith, Philanthropist -

Oaks Montessori School
Hammond, LA

John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Opelousas Catholic School
Opelousas, LA

Timothy R. Kline, 2001, CEO of Kline Industries -
Michelle Levesque, 2005, Emmy Award-winning Producer -

Our Lady Of The Blessed Sacrament Academy
Shreveport, LA

Larry Page & Sergei Brin: Founders of Google -
Stephen Curry - NBA MVP -
Jeff Bezos - Amazon founder -
Will Wright - Creator of 'The Sims' video game -
Joshua Bell - Grammy award-winning violinist -
Julia Child - Celebrity chef & author -
Prince William & Harry - Royal family -
Anne Frank - Memoirist & author -
Sean 'P Diddy' Combs - Grammy award-winning musician -
David Blaine - Illusionist & magician -
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis - Former First Lady -
John Cusack - Actor and screenwriter -
Joan Cusack - Academy award-nominated actor -
Gabriel Garcia Marquez - Nobel prize-winning author -
Anthony Doerr - Internationally-acclaimed American author -
Peter Drucker - Author, management consultant, awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom -
HM Queen Noor of Jordan - U.N. Advisor, 3-time Nobel Peace Prize Nominee -
Erik Erikson - Psychologist & author -
Dakota Fanning - Youngest-ever Screen Actors Award nominee -
Devi Sridhar - Youngest-ever American Rhodes scholar, Oxford research fellow -
Helen Hunt - Academy award-winning actor -
Helen Keller - Author, lecturer, awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom -
Friedensreich Hundertwasser - Viennese artist & architect -
Beyonce Knowles - 16 time Grammy award-winner -
Yo Yo Ma - United Nations Peace Ambassador, winner of Grammy awards -
Taylor Swift - Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter -

Prairie View Academy
Bastrop, LA

John Doe, Nobel Laureate -

Rayne Catholic Elementary School
Rayne, LA

Father Joseph Antonio, founder and priest of St. Joseph Parish -
Monsignor Lerschen, former principal -

Riverfield Academy
Rayville, LA

Jude Johnston, 2000 -
Meredith Miller, Parent -

Saint Alphonsus Liguori School
Greenwell Springs, LA

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Saint Andrew The Apostle School
New Orleans, LA

Fr. Michael Lamy, Pastor -

Saint Andrew's Episcopal School
New Orleans, LA

Cameron Reed, Class of '94, St. Andrew's current parent and longtime supporter. -
Liz Gruver, Class of '91, healthcare professional and parent. -

Saint Ann Catholic Elementary School
Metairie, LA

Various alumni recognized as valedictorians from local Catholic high schools. -

Saint Joseph's Academy
Baton Rouge, LA

Sister Helen Prejean '54 - Internationally known advocate for the abolition of the death penalty. Best-selling author of Dead Man Walking.

Saint Lukes Episcopal School
Baton Rouge, LA

Brookie Allphin - Current St. Luke’s grandparent -

Saint Marks Cathedral School
Shreveport, LA

Mark Henry, National Merit Semifinalist, Class of 2021 -

Saint Matthew's Episcopal School
Houma, LA

Mr. Myers McAllister - educator dedicated to children's education. -

Saint Scholastica Academy
Covington, LA

Tricia Johnson - renowned author (Class of 2000) -
Samantha Delahoussaye - sports influencer (Class of 2010) -

Tallulah Academy
Tallulah, LA

Doctors -
Lawyers -
Nurses -
Teachers -
Farmers -
Accountants -
Politicians -
Engineers -

Trafton Academy At Hammond
Hammond, LA

Brett Gregory, Veterinarian (Class of 1999) -
Travis Gregory, Environmental Professional (Class of 2006) -
Justin Gregory, Senior Insurance Underwriter (Class of 2007) -

Trinity Episcopal School
New Orleans, LA

Mia Borders - https://www.miaborders.com/bio
Mo Willems - https://mowillemsworkshop.com/
Ti Martin - https://www.commanderspalace.com/uploads/files/ti%20martin%20bio%20WEB.pdf
Taylor Beery - https://www.imaginepediatrics.org/about-ushttps://www.kidsjointhefight.org/

Vandebilt Catholic High School
Houma, LA

Dr. Brian Parker - Physician specializing in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine. - 1998 -
Kaylee Pitre - Director of Admissions at Vandebilt Catholic. - -

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