NATCHITOCHES — The Natchitoches Parish School Board is happy to announce that RoyOMartin has generously donated a brand new Pre-K playground to L.P. Vaughn Elementary School, set to be installed later this year.
This exciting addition will provide young learners with a safe, fun, and engaging outdoor space designed to encourage exploration, creativity, and healthy activity. The new playground will be tailored to meet the unique needs of Pre-K students, offering them opportunities to grow socially, emotionally, and physically in an environment built just for them.
RoyOMartin has a longstanding history of giving back to education, having donated playgrounds to schools in communities across Central and Southwest Louisiana, as well as East Texas. Their continued investment in education demonstrates a deep commitment to fostering strong community partnerships and ensuring that children across the region have access to safe and enriching learning environments.
In addition to programs like Wood Works, RoyOMartin’s longstanding high school workforce initiative, the company continues to invest in ways that support children at every stage of learning. With the Chopin plant in Natchitoches Parish marking its 30th anniversary in 2026, this playground donation reflects not only a milestone of local roots but also a forward-looking commitment to the families and schools that shape the next generation.
Dr. Grant Eloi, Superintendent of Natchitoches Parish Schools, expressed his gratitude for the partnership, stating:
“We greatly appreciate the generosity of RoyOMartin and the continued partnership they share with our district. This new playground at L.P. Vaughn will provide our youngest learners with a safe and engaging space to grow, explore, and thrive.”
Principal Carissa Davis of L.P. Vaughn also shared excitement about the project, noting that the new playground will help create an even more welcoming environment for students and families.
The Natchitoches Parish School Board extends its heartfelt thanks to RoyOMartin for their dedication to supporting education and for helping create safe, engaging spaces for children across the parish.
Pictured from left to right:
Billy Benefield Jr. (District 4), Russell Danzy (District 10), Steven Harris (District 8), Lela Harvey (District 5), Emile Meter (District 11), Barbara Page (District 1), Reba Phelps (Board President, District 6), Dr. Grant Eloi (Superintendent), Dr. Roy O. Martin III (RoyOMartin Chairman and CEO), Tan’Keia Palmer (District 2), Dorothy McGaskey (District 3), Chad Fredieu (District 7), and Micah Nicholson (District 9).