Karen Triche is the very proud principal of Tara High School. Initially, she was a systems analyst for Xerox Corporation, and fell in love with training. As a result, she did the work necessary to become a Certified Educator, following in the footsteps of both her parents. She began teaching in Orleans Parish Schools. As a result of Hurricane Katrina, she moved to East Baton Rouge Parish and taught in Zachary Community Schools, then moved to the Louisiana Department of Education, finally joining East Baton Rouge Parish Schools 9 years ago. Her Educational Administrative experience ranges from serving as Assistant Principal at McKinley High to now serving as Principal of Tara High School for the past seven years.

Ms. Triche’s initial degree is in Computer Science from Southern University in Baton Rouge, and she has also earned a teaching certification from Tulane University and a Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of New Orleans. She is married to her best friend of 28 years, Lester Triche Jr., and has two daughters, Chelsea and Leslie. She loves spending time with her granddaughter, Chandler Rose. She can be found watching a good movie, reading, or having conversations with students, parents, teachers, family and friends.

Mrs. Coleman has been a committed educator in the East Baton Rouge Parish School System for twenty-one years. She is originally from New Orleans, LA, and a product of the New Orleans Public School System. She has received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Southern University at New Orleans. Mrs. Coleman has also received a Special Education Mild/Moderate (1-12) Certification, Business Education Certification, Reading Specialist Certification, and a Master of Arts in Administration/Supervision from Southern University and A & M College in Baton Rouge, LA. Mrs. Coleman joined the Tara family in 2004 and has been a devoted member of the faculty for sixteen years. During her tenure, she has had the privilege of serving as a teacher, ESS Site Facilitator, and has held the administrative position of Assistant Principal for the past seven years. Mrs. Coleman has committed her career to help students develop their talents, interests, and unique abilities in order to compete in this global world.

Mrs. Mitchell has been an educator for 13 years, and has served as an administrator in EBR for eight years. She joined the Tara family after serving in administration at Mayfair Lab School (K-8), and Glasgow Middle School, prior to that. She is thrilled to join the world of high school, and to continue growing with what she says has already proven to be an amazing group of educators! She, her husband of 15 years, and her nine-year-old daughter, reside in East Baton Rouge Parish with their four cats and two dogs. They enjoy swimming, fishing, cooking, and traveling together! Mrs. Mitchell enjoys photography and incorporates it into all aspects of life.

I teach Broadcasting I and II at Tara High School.

I am from New Orleans, LA. An interesting fact about me is…although I pour a large amount of my time in work, I try my hardest to enjoy my weekends riding my Harley-Davidson Sportster 883 (The Bumble Bee).

I am a graduate of Louisiana State University with a B.S. in Marketing. I am a graduate of Grand Canyon University with an M.ED. in Educational Administration. My area of certification is Certified Mathematics grades 4-9 Level 3

Clubs and Organizations I am affiliated with:
Content Lead (Math), LOSFA/GEAR UP On-Site School Coordinator, NMSI Site Coordinator, and Bowling Coach

College/University: McNeese State University, Southern University

Playing Experience: Robert E. Lee High School: Varsity Football & Track and Field. McNeese State University Football