Lion Cubs
Literacy, numeracy, early intervention, science, visual and performing arts, and joyful hands-on discovery.
BUILDING GENERATIONS OF PURPOSE
Every child deserves a future filled with possibility.
Chosen Generation Foundation develops rigorous, inclusive learning communities where students build knowledge, character, creativity, and the courage to lead.
OUR FLAGSHIP SCHOOLHope NOLA AcademyK–8 opening 2028–2029K–12 VisionONE CONTINUOUS PATHWAY
STEAM FocusCURIOSITY INTO CREATION
Every LearnerACCESS, SUPPORT & CHALLENGE
Westbank RootsCOMMUNITY-BASED IMPACT
ABOUT THE FOUNDATION
Education shaped around the whole child
Chosen Generation Foundation believes excellence and equity belong together. We are building schools that combine strong instruction, early intervention, leadership development, restorative practices, the arts, technology, and meaningful family partnership.
Our work is grounded in the belief that students thrive when schools recognize their individuality, respond to their needs, and give them authentic opportunities to create, solve problems, and serve their communities.
LLEADERSHIP
IINTEGRITY
OOWNERSHIP
NNURTURE
SSCHOLARSHIP
HOPE NOLA ACADEMY
One academy. Three learning communities.
Hope NOLA Academy is planned as a tuition-free Type 1 public charter school on the Westbank of Jefferson Parish. The school will open with grades K–8 in 2028–2029 and expand into high school one grade level at a time.
Young Lions
Leadership, robotics, interdisciplinary projects, acceleration, identity development, and high-school preparation.
Lion Pride
Advanced coursework, college and career pathways, credentials, internships, engineering, technology, and the arts.
2027–2028Planning and development year
2028–2029K–8 school opening
2029–2030Grade 9 added
Annual GrowthOne high-school grade added each year
ACADEMICS & STUDENT SUPPORT
STEAM-driven programming designed for every learner
Students will engage in rigorous Louisiana standards-aligned instruction and receive responsive support through a comprehensive Multi-Tiered System of Supports.
STEAM and project-based learning
Science, technology, engineering, arts, mathematics, robotics, design challenges, and interdisciplinary projects.
Literacy and numeracy
Strong K–3 foundations, progress monitoring, daily intervention, knowledge-building, and sustained support through high school.
Diverse learner services
Special education, Section 504, dyslexia support, English learner services, gifted programming, and acceleration.
Whole-child development
Trauma-informed practices, restorative approaches, counseling, leadership development, arts, music, and student belonging.
OUR LEADERSHIP
One vision, aligned leadership
Chosen Generation Foundation’s proposed leadership structure brings together executive stewardship, academic accountability, operational strength, and dedicated leadership for each Hope NOLA Academy grade band.
Executive leadership and chiefs
LM
Latoya Marshall, M.Ed.
Chief Executive Officer
NS
Nicole Saulny
Chief of Academics & Accountability
LW
Lauren Williams
Chief Operations Officer
KC
Keeanya Chenier
Chief of Finance
Instruction and teacher leadership
KW
Kimberly Williams
Director of Instruction & Teacher Leadership
K–12 INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORTAS
Alguan Spikes
K–12 Dean of Academics & Culture
K–12 ACADEMICS & CULTUREHope NOLA Academy school leaders
KW
Dr. Kecia L. Wright
Principal, Elementary Division
GRADES K–4KS
Kristin Sylve, M.Ed.
Principal, Middle School Division
GRADES 5–8PM
Pamela Marshall, M.Ed.
Principal, High School Division
GRADES 9–12GOVERNANCE & ACCOUNTABILITY
Board leadership grounded in service
The Chosen Generation Foundation Board of Directors provides governance, oversight, and responsible stewardship in support of the foundation’s mission and Hope NOLA Academy’s development.
Karen R. Williams
Donmiquea Turner
Linda Gilbert McGee
Kimberly Avery
Jason Nash
Keisha Riley
David Durand Jr.
Elaine Appleberry
Governance documents
- Board meeting notices and minutes
- Board policies and bylaws
- Conflict-of-interest documentation
- Financial reports and required public records
Documents will be posted following formal approval.
Leadership and careers
Our leadership structure supports academics, accountability, operations, finance, instruction, teacher leadership, and distinct K–4, 5–8, and 9–12 school communities.
Express Career InterestCONNECT WITH US
Help build Hope NOLA Academy
We welcome families, educators, community organizations, businesses, and supporters who believe Jefferson Parish students deserve an innovative, inclusive, and nurturing school.
Chosen Generation Foundation
Email
infohr@cgfhnola.com
Telephone
504-344-4956
Service area
Westbank of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana