Laura Vinsant is a graduate of Louisiana State University. She was drawn to Teach For America’s mission after working first-hand with elementary students as a tutor. Laura began her career with Teach For America as a 2007 South Louisiana corps member and taught second and third grade in Baton Rouge. She now leads the South Louisiana region and is committed to ensuring every student in South Louisiana has access to excellent educational opportunities. Laura is a member of the 2015 Baton Rouge Area Leadership Program and a college mentor for the Baton Rouge Youth Coalition.