State Senator Gerald Boudreaux and Mayor Julius Alsandor joined school leadership at 1040 South Bullard Street to officially open the new building. The project, led by the nonprofit Building Hope with funding from Civic Builders, aims to address long-standing demand for the academy, which currently maintains a waitlist of 350 families. The expansion allows total enrollment to climb from 490 to 720 students across grades 7–12.
The academic model focuses on dual enrollment through South Louisiana Community College, where students can earn up to 60 college credits. Inside the Brittney Boudreaux Allied Health Academy, students work toward Certified Medical Assistant and Emergency Medical Technician credentials. Meanwhile, a dedicated media suite provides space for broadcast and digital journalism production. Beyond these specialized wings, the campus includes a 550-seat gymnasium, science labs, and a commercial kitchen. Dr. Tiffanie Lewis, CEO and founder of the academy, stated that the facility was designed to reflect the potential of the students it serves, creating a space that feels both professional and rooted in the West End community.




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