It's been a while but welcome to E-Talk. This week we talk to:1. Dr. Kenneth St. Charles of Xavier University New Orleans. 2013 Dr. Norman C. Francis celebrating 45 years of dedicated service. 6th AnnualDr. Norman C. FrancisEndowed ScholarshipBenefit Concert

Friday, Nov. 22BILL COSBYEN VOGUE&THE COMMODORESOne Night Only!@the Xavier Universityof Louisiana Convocation Center

Tickets $45 * $90

Available Onlineat Ticketmaster!

1-866-448-7849

or call Xavierdirect at

504 520-GALAhttp://www.xula.edu/mediarelations/2013_NCFconcert_webpage.php

2. WE TALK TO MRS. FREDA SMITH. PRINCIPAL OF Myrtle C. Thibodeaux Elementary SchoolOne Mission. One School. One Team.

MCT Vision:Create a World-Class Education System for All Students

MCT Mission Statement:At Myrtle C. Thibodeaux Elementary School we will ensure high academic achievement for all students to eliminate the achievement gaps between races and classes by preparing students to be globally competitive citizens sustainable beyond the classroom.

At Thibodeaux Elementary we will provide a consistent teaching and learning environment that focuses on academic excellence for all children.PRINCIPAL SMITH INHERITED A FAILING SCHOOL AND IN ONE YEAR TRANSFORMED THE SCHOOL INTO A C SCHOOL! WAY TO GO! LISTEN TO HOW EDUCATION WORKS.http://thibodeaux.jpschools.org/about-us/

3. MUSIC BY THE HOT 8 BRASS BAND.http://www.hot8brassband.com

4. HENRI SMITHhttp://www.gimmesound.com/HenriSmith/