The Senate Resolution commends Sharon Turcan Gahagan for her significant contributions to the Louisiana School of Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) and honors the dedication of the Sharon Turcan Gahagan Art Gallery, which was inaugurated during the school's 40th Commencement Exercises on May 18, 2024. The gallery was named in her honor by the LSMSA Board of Directors in recognition of her unwavering commitment to education and her extensive career, which included serving under six governors and guiding six executive directors. Sharon Gahagan has been a pivotal figure in the LSMSA community, having been appointed to the Board of Directors in 1989 and serving as chairperson until her retirement in December 2023.

Throughout her tenure, Gahagan advocated for the completion of LSMSA's long-term master plan, overseeing the construction of significant facilities, including the 50,000-square-foot Center for Performance and Technology and the Living and Learning Commons. Her leadership and dedication have resulted in securing over $40 million in state funding for these projects. In addition to her work with LSMSA, Gahagan has been actively involved in various civic organizations and has received numerous accolades for her contributions to the community. The resolution concludes by recognizing her legacy of service, leadership, and commitment to education, and it calls for a copy of the resolution to be transmitted to her.