Public Schools Leader

When schools were all closed after Katrina, Carlos spearheaded bringing families and children back to the city by gathering school community stakeholders to launch one of the first schools to open in January 2006.  He united a diverse community, helped identify common goals, and put them into action, which is why he was chosen to be the Founding Board Chair. 

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Public School Teacher

After earning his teacher’s certification from Tulane University and his Master’s in History Teaching from UNO, Carlos taught history and social studies at Ben Franklin High School for nearly a decade. 

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Public School Parent

Carlos (McMain '84), and his wife Elizabeth (Ben Franklin '84) raised their six children in New Orleans, and they all attended New Orleans Public Schools. Carlos knows our public schools and knows how to help them succeed for every child. ​

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Public School Student

Carlos Zervigon has been a New Orleans Public Schools teacher, parent, school founder and leader. But first, he was a NOPS graduate, ‘84 from Eleanor McMain. He is the only candidate with the training to stand up for students, teachers, and families on day one.

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