Houma - eLearning Academy

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Houma

Houma Center

Houma eLearning center offers optional onsite instruction to students enrolled in eLearning Academy.

220 Civic Center Boulevard, Houma, Louisiana
Monday – Friday 8 AM – 3 PM CDT

2026-2027 Handbook

k-12 houma

K-12 Additional Academic Services

Some students benefit from additional academic support services. When recommended, families will receive a written plan and cost estimate before services begin.

Makerspace Houma

Afternoon Enrichment/
Electives

Students can participate in a variety of programs in the arts, sciences, and more.

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Summer Camp

Quality enrichment in science, technology, art, physical education, music, and makerspace, with special themes each week.

Houma Academics

Summer Academics

We provide various services to support students’ academic needs during the summer months.

Our Team

Nancy Toups

Owner/Administrator
Doug Toups

CFO
Jennifer Danos

Center Director - Houma/Learning Coach
Catherine Ohda

Learning Coach
Mary Moore

Learning Coach
Heather Chiasson

Learning Coach
Janey Kearns

Learning Coach
Tiffany Corso

Learning Coach
Kristen Doiron

Learning Coach
Jesse Wilson

Learning Coach
Desiree Pontiff

Learning Coach
Sandra Sevin

Learning Coach
Christy Simon

Learning Coach
Jeanette Lapeyrouse

Learning Coach
Brittney Rieve

Assistant Learning Coach
Jami Gisclair

Learning Coach
Kathy Mazarac

Learning Coach
Hayley Molinere

Learning Coach
Judy Domangue

Learning Coach
Mattie Ross

Receptionist

Nancy Toups

Owner/Administrator

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: ntoups@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
Resident of Thibodaux, LA
Married to Douglas Toups for 37 years
Proud parent of 5 children and 5 grandchildren

Professional Profile
Owner and Administrator or eLearning, Louisiana’s first online education system for students in grades K-12
President of eLearning Foundation, a non-profit organization designed to provide extracurricular activities for homeschoolers and assist students with special needs
Dedicated to improving education and family lifestyle in our community and country
Experienced in traditional teaching, administration, homeschooling and business ownership
Co-owner of Toups International, an Internet-based marketing and distribution company founded in July 1989

Education, Honors and Certifications
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education, Nicholls State University, 1976 Master of Education, Nicholls State University, 1979 Diamond Level Award, Amway Global, 1996 Licensed provider of Advanced Brain Technologies’ Listening Program

Key Qualifications
13 years of experience teaching in traditional school systems
3 years of experience in administration in traditional school system
5 years of experience homeschooling
16 years of experience in ownership and administration of a K-12 online education system
Co-founder and owner of eSchool (now known as eLearning), Louisiana’s first online K-12 education program

Professional Development
Phono-Graphix Reading Therapist training
Step Up to Writing Training
Math U See Seminar
e2020 Webinar
PowerSpeak Webinar
The Listening Program training

Professional Affiliations
Phono-Graphix Association of Reading Therapists
Member of Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce
Member of Lafourche Professional Association
Certified Professional Private Schools Administrator

Doug Toups

CFO

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994 / Cell: (985) 637-4370
Email: dtoups@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
Married to Nancy Songy Toups since 1978
Proud parent of 5 children and 12 grandchildren

Professional Profile
CFO, eLearning Companies, eLK12 Properties, LLC, eLK12 @ Acadia Plantation, LLC Financial Services Advisor and District Manager
President, United Insurance Advisors of America, LLC (UIA)
Served 26 years as Business Manager for the Diocese of Houma- Thibodaux, LA
Former Member of the Louisiana CPA Society & American Institute of CPAS, (AICPA)
Served 3 years as Chair of the CPA’s Insurance Trust, serving as a Trustee for over 15 years
Served as Chairman of the CPA Society’s Industry Members Committee
Served as a member of the Society’s Business Consulting Committee
Chaired and/or served on many state and national boards for CPAs & non-profit organizations
Owned a CPA practice since 1981 (inactive) & operates a consulting company since May 2004
Toups Int’l, affiliated with BWW, a marketing & distribution company since 1989
Member Thibodaux Chamber of Commerce & Board member South La. Economic Council

Education, Honors, and Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Nicholls State University, 1976
CPA Certificate, 1981 (inactive)
Life & Health Insurance (2004 Louisiana). Additional licenses in MS, TX, OK, GA, NC, VA, PA, NV
NAIC certified since 2013, AHIP certified since 2019 & MAPD certified since 2019

Key Qualifications
40+ years of CFO experience in corporations and non-profit administration
25+ years of experience co-owning and operating Toups International
30+ years practicing CPA (inactive) and Business Consultant
25+ years of experience as CFO of eLearning Companies and the eLearning Foundation, Inc.

Employment and Affiliations
Currently self-employed as owner and/or administrator of above companies
Advisor with multiple Financial Groups

Jennifer Danos

Center Director - Houma/Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: jdanos@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
Married to Jarred Danos
We are proud and blessed parents of Rae and Cobi Danos.
Lives in Houma, LA

Professional Profile
2007- 2009 East Thibodaux Middle School Math 7th and 8th GradeTeacher
2009- 2012 Science and Math Academy in St. James Parish/ Algebra I, II and Geometry Teacher
2012- 2013 Learning Coach at eLearning Thibodaux
2013- Present Learning Coach at eLearning Houma
2018-Present Director of eLearning Academy of Houma

Education, Honors, and Certifications
Marketing/Sales Degree from Nicholls State University in 2006
Alternate Certificate to teach from Nicholls State University in 2009

Catherine Ohda

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: cohda@elearningk12.com

Professional Profile
20 years of experience teaching in the public school system
2 years of experience teaching in the private school system
7 years of experience in New Teacher Mentor program in public school
4 years of experience as an Educational Consultant at eLearning

Education, Honors, and Certifications
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education, Nicholls State University, 1989
Assessor Training of LA Teacher Assistance and Assessment Program, 2000
Mentor Training, 2000
Head of 5th grade Department, 2001-2010
Head of School Improvement Committee, 2005-2007
Member of the Teachers Retirement System of Louisiana

Professional Development
Acellus Training, Summer 2015
Techbook Training, August 2015
Etiquette Seminar, September 2015

Mary Moore

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: mary.elearningk12@gmail.com

Personal Profile
Lifelong resident of Louisiana.
Married 34 years to Kerry D. Moore
Parent of two children and 7 Grandchildren.
Services offered at eLearning
Educational Consultant Level 1,2,3, and 4: 8:00-12:00 and 12:30-4:30 Houma Location

Professional Profile
2006-2007 Parent Coach
2008-Substitute pre-school teacher
2007-2010 Learning coach at eLearning at North Canal Thibodaux, LA
2008-2014 Volunteer nursing homes
2009-2010 Volunteer senior centers
2010- Present: Learning Coach at eLearning at Houma Location
January 2010- June 2012- LeCirque Living Skills Program- Coordinate group activities for LeCirque Living Skills Program. Implement activity plans. Conduct client intakes and provide community referrals.
2014- Present: Working with several organizations providing referrals and necessities for the homeless and families in need.

Education, Honors, and Certifications
Bachelor of Science, College of Education,Child, Family, Social Services
Minor in Addictive Behaviors and Gerontology.
Nicholls State University. 2010
Trained in Adult, Child and Infant CPR
Step up to Writing Training
Reading Horizons Webinar
Math U See Webinar
Etiquette Seminar
Acellus Training

Professional Development
Specialty classes in
• The Psychology and Education of the Exceptional Child
• Child Psychology
• Helping Individuals and Families
• Family Law
• Methods of Teaching
• Family in Crisis
• Trained in Adult, Child and Infant CPR

Heather Chiasson

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: hchiasson@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I am married with three wonderful kids, Mia, Benjamin, and Luke.
My husband is a band director at South Lafourche High School.
I love all sports and LSU.
LSU is my Alma Mater.
I am a professional workaholic and never stop to be the best at everything I do (which can be exhausting).

Professional Profile
I taught English in both public and online school settings for the past 13 years.

Education, Honors and Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education – Louisiana State University
Minor in English – Louisiana State University
Reading Specialist Masters – Nicholls State University

Professional Development
I have been in-serviced in AP Literature and Composition, Differentiated Instruction, Project-Based Learning, INTEC, and numerous others.

Janey Kearns

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: jkearns@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I live in Houma with my husband and my daughter Kate. I grew up in Cut-Off and moved back to Houma once we had Kate. I love traveling and going to the beach.

Professional Profile
I taught in Orleans Parish for four years as a special education teacher. I am now a learning coach at eLearning and I teach math.

Education, Honors, and Certification
I graduated from the University of New Orleans in Elementary Education with an add-on certification in Special Education.

Tiffany Corso

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: tcorso3@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I’m Tiffany Corso. I was born and raised right here in South Louisiana. I am married to Bryson Corso Sr. We have three wonderful children and two sweet dogs that I adore.

Professional Profile
I love being a learning coach at eLearning in the content areas of language arts, science, and social studies.

Education, Honors, Certifications, Awards
I attended Nicholls State University graduating with two separate degrees. My first degree was Child Development, and my second was Liberal Arts with a concentration of literature.

Key Qualifications
I am a certified teacher in the state of Louisiana in English and have been a teacher and/or learning coach for over 15 years.

Kristen Doiron

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: kdoiron@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
My name is Kristen Doiron and I was born and raised in Houma, Louisiana. I
have one son. I love to spend time with my family and friends. I am also a parishioner of St.
Bernadette Catholic Church in Houma.

Professional Profile
I have been a Learning Coach at eLearning Academy of Houma since December of 2020. I teach
Kindergarten through second grade.

Education, Honors, Certifications, Awards
I received an undergrad degree from Nicholls State University in Marketing with a concentration
in Sales and Interpersonal Communications. I am currently working towards receiving
certification to teach in the state of Louisiana.

Key Qualifications
In my youth, I have always worked well with children, as I worked many summer camps and
other school programs. I also have over 100+ hours of volunteer and paid tutoring experience,
specifically with children with learning disabilities. I struggle with learning disabilities myself, so
over the years I have learned different ways and strategies to tackle certain concepts.

Professional Affiliations
I am a proud member of two alumni organizations: Phi Mu Kappa Eta Alumnae Association and
Nicholls State University Association.

Jesse Wilson

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: jwilson@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I was born and raised in Houma, Louisiana. I am a mom of three kids, two boys and one girl. My daughter is a 2023 graduate from eLearning.

Professional Profile
I graduated from Nicholls State University with my bachelor’s degree in Family and Consumer Science with a minor in Psychology. I did my internship at Lafourche Parish FINS. I worked closely with Lafourche Parish School Board, and that is where I found my passion for helping children. It helped guide me to the decision to get my teaching certification.

Key Qualifications
As a learning coach at eLearning, students come into my classroom for various reasons. It Is important for me to build positive relationships with them, so they will continue to have wonderful experiences in their education. Regardless of their grade level, I hope to build their confidence from within to empower them to be motivated and engaged in their learning.

Professional Affiliations
I am a member of Junior Auxiliary of Houma where I am involved in numerous community service projects. I was the chair of Louis Crisis Children’s Center for 2 years. I also helped with creating Krewe of You, a sensory safe Mardi Gras event held yearly for kids and kids at heart. I was previously an advocate for CASA for Terrebonne where I volunteered to help advocate for children who needed safe, permanent, and nurturing home so he/she can thrive.

Desiree Pontiff

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: dpontiff@elearningk12.com

Sandra Sevin

Learning Coach

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: ssevin1@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
Married to Joey Sevin
Living in Bourg, LA
Mother of 2 boys, Grandmother of 1 boy and 1 girl
Loves God and family, gardening, bird watching, reading, and comedy

Professional Profile
1st Year at eLearning Academy
30th year as a professional educator

Education, Honors, Certifications, Awards
1994 Nicholls State University–Bachelor of Arts–Education Major–Certified 1st through 8th, plus 30 hours in curriculum
1997 Nicholls State University–Masters in Education
Also Praxis qualified in Pre-K and 8th Grade Math
National Board Certification from 2002-2012
Runner up as District Teacher of the Year

Key Qualifications
Worked in many areas as educator–Teacher, Supervisory Teacher, Master Teacher, Assistant Principal, Principal, Interventionist, Tutor (My favorite is teacher.)

Christy Simon

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: csimon@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
Resident of Bayou Blue, LA
Married to Nicholas Timperio since November 2022
Proud mother of a son (Harper) and step-daughter (Olivia)

Professional Profile
Started at eLearning Academy in November 2022
Taught a variety of FCS classes at Central Lafourche High School for 8 years

Education, Honors, Certifications, Awards
Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Education, Nicholls State 2015

Jeanette Lapeyrouse

Learning Coach

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: jlapayrouse2@elearningk12.com

Brittney Rieve

Assistant Learning Coach

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: brieve1@elearningk12.com

Jami Gisclair

Learning Coach

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: jgisclair@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I am from Larose, Louisiana. I have been married for 13 years to my wonderful husband, Jason, and we have three beautiful children, Aubree, Lily and Jameson.

Professional Profile
I am the high school math and science learning coach at the Houma location. I have taught in the public school system for the past 6 years but I am extremely excited to now be a part of the eLearning community.

Education, Honors and Certifications
I graduated from Nicholls State University in 2013 and received my bachelor’s of science (education) with a concentration in mathematics and science.

Key Qualifications
My experience in the classroom has provided me with the ability to communicate effectively with my students. My subject content knowledge allows me to adequately assist struggling students. Along with being highly qualified in my subject areas, my passion for teaching is what drives my desire for student success.

Professional Development
● Safe School trainings
● Mandated reporter
● Code of Ethics Certification

Kathy Mazarac

Learning Coach

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: kmazarac@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I was born and raised in Houma.

Professional Profile
I am an eLearning Coach for Kindergarten and first grade. I am now a retired teacher. I retired in 2018 with 20 years of teaching experience. Most of my teaching was at Bayou Black Elementary. There I taught 3 rd grade. Later, I received my Pre-K certification and taught Pre-K for 4 years. I then, transferred to Dularge Elementary. There I taught Kindergarten my last 4 years of teaching.

Education, Honors and Certifications
I graduated from Nicholls State University with certification to teach grades Pre-K through 8th grade.

Hayley Molinere

Learning Coach

Phone: Office: (985) 447-5994
Email: hmolinere@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I live in the Houma area. I have been married for 13 years to my middle school sweetheart. We have two daughters. We spend a lot of time playing games together and spending time outdoors. We love traveling.

Professional Profile
I am a Louisiana certified teacher who was looking for a job that allowed me to work more closely with students without so much pressure. I love school and learning, so I was looking for some place that might still allow me to really learn my students so that I can help each one the way they need it most. I have enjoyed my time with eLearning thus far. I look forward to what’s to come.

Judy Domangue

Learning Coach

Phone: Office: 985-223-9077
Email: jdomangue2@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I am married to Hilary Domangue. I have two children, Ryan and Ally. We also have a dog named Misha.

Professional Profile
I have been in education for over 40 years. My expertise is Reading. I taught Project Read for most of my career.

Education, Honors and Certifications
I majored in Elementary education and am certified for birth to 5th grade. I attended the University of Colorado and Nicholls State University.

Key Qualifications
I have extensive training in Project Read, Language Curriculum, Behavior modification, and ABA Behavioral management.

Mattie Ross

Receptionist

Phone: (985) 223-9077
Email: mross@elearningk12.com

Personal Profile
I was raised and I currently reside in Houma, LA.
I have a Chocolate Lab/German Shorthair Pointer mix named Zola Louise. She was born June 10, 2016 and I’ve had her since she was 8 weeks old.
Married Hatton Ross on May 06, 2023!

Professional Profile
I started working in the front office at eLearning Houma in August 2020. I also worked part time in our Wee Learning nursery from August 2020 – May 2022.
I was part of the Houma Junior High color guard staff for 4 years, from 2019-2022.
I was also one of the main directors of Terrebonne High School’s color guard team, Crimson Belles, for the 2021-2022 season.

Key Qualifications
Working with the color guard teams I coached, I gained skills in relaying information to parents and conversing in a professional manner. I am also tech savvy so I am able to assist with different computer programs and issues to the best of my abilities when needed.