Candace Shaidaee, a fourth-grade ELA and social studies teacher at Live Oak Elementary, was recently named the Livingston Parish Public Schools Elementary Teacher of the Year. Practically stumbling into the profession 14 years ago, Shaidaee was recognized for the innovative changes she’s brought to her classroom, which includes flexible seating, cooperative learning and a stronger focus on in-class technology.
Live Oak Elementary teacher Candace Shaidaee reads over her daughter's, Leyla Shaidaee, 9, shoulder during class on Feb. 8.
Candace Shaidaee teaches her homeroom class at Live Oak Elementary on Friday, Feb. 8.
Candace Shaidaee teaches her homeroom class at Live Oak Elementary on Friday, Feb. 8.
Live Oak Elementary teacher Candace Shaidaee gives instructions for an assignment to her fourth grade class as her daughter, Leyla Shaidaee, 9, holds up the book the class will be reading during class on Feb. 8.
Live Oak Elementary teacher Candace Shaidaee explains the instructions of an assignment to Alyssa Sealy, 10, during class on Friday, Feb. 8.
Live Oak Elementary teacher Candace Shaidaee asks A.J. Beeson (left), 11, and Justus Knighten, 9, a question during class on Friday, Feb. 8.
Live Oak Elementary students work on their gardening skills. Candace Shaidaee, who was recently named the Livingston Parish Public Schools Elementary Teacher of the Year, recently received a grant from the LSU AgCenter to build a raised garden at the school.
Live Oak Elementary fourth-graders in Candace Shaidaee’s stand with Shaidaee’s Teacher of the Year banner after she was named the Livingston Parish Public Schools Elementary Teacher of the Year. Shaidaee has been a teacher for 14 years, including the last 11 at Live Oak Elementary.
Live Oak Elementary teacher Candace Shaidaee asks A.J. Beeson (left), 11, and Justus Knighten, 9, a question during class on Friday, Feb. 8.
