The Senate Resolution commends Melinda Huff Bernard for her dedicated service to the St. Charles Parish School Board upon her retirement. A native of Luling, Louisiana, Melinda has a strong educational background, having graduated from Hahnville High School, earned a bachelor's degree in elementary education from Nicholls State University, and a master's degree in school administration from the University of New Orleans. She has spent 25 years in the St. Charles Parish Public Schools as a teacher and principal before being elected to the school board in 2010, where she served three terms.

In addition to her role on the school board, Melinda has actively participated in various community and professional organizations, including the National School Boards Association and the Louisiana School Boards Association. Her commitment to the education of students and their families has left a lasting impact on the St. Charles Parish School Board and the community. The resolution expresses heartfelt wishes for her long and happy retirement and calls for a copy to be sent to her.