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The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries' (LDWF) biologists have had a “permanent” presence on Barataria Bay, just off the eastern tip of Grand Isle, since 1960. The Grand Terre Laboratory served the agency's mission admirably and survived some of the worst storms to batter the Louisiana Gulf Coast over that time frame . . . Huricanes Betsy, Camille, Ivan, Katrina, Rita and most recently Gustav and Ike. The resource sampling and research work performed by the Office of Fisheries staff drives the decision making process for the management resources within the Barataria Bay estuary, as well as state fisheries resources to the east and west along the Louisiana Gulf Coast. The fact that the wooden structure withstood being completely destroyed by storm activity over all those years is a testament to the craftsmen that built it, when wood frame buildings on wooden pilings were the standard design at the time. LDWF’s new fisheries research laboratory, on the bay side of Grand Isle, is state of the art construction inside and out. Opened this summer, the re-enforced concrete frame has been built to withstand hurricane force winds of up to 300 mph. We can house first responders at the lab when future storms impact the island so they can be in place to conduct search and rescue activities after storms move inland. But our primary mission will always be the monitoring, management and protection of living aquatic resources for current and future generations of Louisianans and all who enjoy those resources - whether commercially or recreationally harvested. Our biologists based in Grand Isle support sampling and research efforts on finfish, crab, shrimp and oysters and their associated habitat, which are all vital to the economy of Louisiana. The Sport Fish Restoration Program and the Artificial Reef Program for the state will also be based at the new fisheries research lab. These programs help provide boating and fishing access opportunities for the recreational and commercial fishers of Louisiana. This $23 million facility will also provide a base of operation for the rehabilitation of stranded and out-of-habitat marine species such as manatees, dolphins and sea turtles. The cooperative working relationships we have established with the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and the Louisiana Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Program will be well served from the new lab. In addition, the lab will accommodate Enforcement Division training activities, educational high school programs such as 4-H and graduate-level study programs with Louisiana State University, Southeastern Louisiana University and Nicholls State University, among others. More than 20,000 square feet of meeting rooms, lab space and dormitories will be available to visiting groups. As an outreach tool, the facility will also be used to promote and educate the public on the importance of fisheries and habitat conservation and safe-fishing practices. On the funding side, no state capital outlay funds were needed to construct the lab.The new facility was funded primarily with dollars from the state Artificial Reef Fund and federal funds coming back to the agency through Wallop-Breaux allotments. Next time you're in Grand Isle, drive by and see what we've done. The lab is located at the end of Ludwig Lane past the high school and Our Lady of the Isle Catholic Church. You'll be impressed.
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Ten year timeline Historical occurancee since 1999
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Back in the day Can you remember how much things were 10 years ago?
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Review what everyone has been up to!
On May 13, 1999, one of the greatest classes to walk through the halls of McM graduated. Class of 1999 had 212 students in its graduating class.
Oprah Winfrey becomes the first female AfricanAmerican billionaire.
The deadlist terriost take for Americans take place in U.S. terriotory, as U.S. landmarks are become targets for destruction killing over 5,000 American citizens.
Lousiana and Mississippi become paths of destruction when Hurricane Katrina makes landfall. This was the country’s worst natural disaster to date.
On May 13, 1999, one of the greatest classes to walk through the halls of McM graduated. Class of 1999 had 212 students in its graduating class.
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It's funny how the good ole' days are always applied to a time that is a least 10 years before the present. Perhaps this is because with maturity, we realize how great it was to be a teenager- with no real responsibilities, and wonderful memories of how care-free we were in our 'own-worlds”. But our “own-world” quickly became the real world, bringing with it bills, great responsibilities and more bills.
when I was young, I’m not a kid anymore-but somedays I sit and wish I was a kid again.
GAS 1999 2009
HOMES 2009 1999
Certainly, there are great blessings that come as we become adults, such as fruitful careers, families and independence. But take moments to reflect on how great things use to be.
RENT 1999 2009
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Exit Assessment Prep
Subject Area: All things McMain
What was the model and At what popular pizzeria restaurant would students type of Mr. Blache’s often venture to during vehicle? off-campus lunch? A. Maybach A. Domino’s B. Mercury Cougar B. Papa John’s (year undertimined) C. Both A&B C. Kia Sorrento D. Frost Top D. Buick Sable
At what popular pizzeria restaurant would students often venture to during off-campus lunch?
A. B. C. D.
Domino’s Papa John’s Both A&B Frost Top
What english teacher’s favorite phrase was “Give me liberty or give me death?” A. B. C. D.
Ms. Ms. Ms. Mr.
Carrero Fairchild Bartholomew Tiller
What physical education teacher’s favorite response to every student’s injury was “put some ice on it?”
What Math teacher added an “O” to the end of emphasized words that made you think you were in Spanish 101?
A. Coach Winfield B. Coach Scott C. Coach Mike D. Coach Gill
A. Ms. Hines B. Ms. Simon C. Mr. McGee D. Ms. OC
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Louisiana Conservationist
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In what city did Class of 1999 visit for its senior trip? A. B. C. D.
Denham Springs Atlanta Orlando Chalmette
What color was Ms. Hassenboherler’s heme? A. B. C. D.
Yellow and Black Pink and Green Beige and Brown Teal and Navy
Where did she get paint? A. Whoever painted McMain B. Lowe’s C. Ace Hardware D. HGTV paint giveway contest.
Michelle Blunt
Marital Status: Single Children: none
I work as a Diabetes Care Specialist/ Pharmaceutical Sales Rep with Novo Nordisk Inc.
My current residence is in Royal Oak, MI
Curtlynn Christmas
Marital Status: Single Children: none
I am an Assistant Manager with Yum Brands Inc. Pizza Hut I live in Houston, TX.
Candice Cobette Marital Status: Single, ‘til someone puts a ring on it. Children: No offspring I am an aspring feature film writer/director and entrepeuner living in Los Angeles.
Taesha Johnson Condoll
Marital Status: Married Children: Anderson Condoll III I’m a Loss Mitigation Modification Closer with Citimortgage, Inc.
Brandy Clementine
Kim LevyMarcelle
Marital Status: I’s married nah. Children: One daughter– Carin
I’m editor of Louisiana Conservationist magazine with the Louisiana Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries.
D’Andra Davis, M.D.
Marital Status: Single Children: one son– D’Andre Davis
I am an anesthesiologist at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
Since 2001, I have been a member of Delta Sigma Theta. I am an almnae of LSU Medical school (2007). I have two years left of residency training. I live in Brandon, M.S.
Carienne George Matthews
Marital Status: Married (Clarence S. Matthews) Children: Amina Janae Matthews I’m employed with Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge as a Occupational Therapist.
Monica Raby
Marital Status: Engaged Children: none
I am a school psychologist with the Muscogge County School District in Columbus, GA. I will be getting married on June 19, 2010.
Kenyatta Morris Scott
Marital Status: Married to Kenneth Scott Children: Kendall Lauren I am employed with the Lousiana Senate and alumnae of Louisiana State University (2003).
Kisha Stewart
Marital Status: Married Children: Kalen Stewart
I am employed with the University of Phoenix as a compliance investigator. I have relocated to Phoenix, AZ.
Kamora Wilson Marital Status: Single Children: none I work as a Regulatory Specialist with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
I love music, dancing, poetry and all that artistic type of stuff!
Renata Eugene
Marital Status: Engaged Children: Ryan Josiah Kimpson
I work as a IT Project Manager with Chevron in Houston, TX.
I have wonderful memories of my days at McMain and I’m happy that we were able to et together in New Orleans for our ten year reunion.
Javonna Crosby Mercadel
Marital Status: Married Children: Leonard (Tre’) Mercadel
I work as a accounting supervsior with Enterprise Rent A Car