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Wow, get ready to experience the ultimate dance and performing arts journey with Fusion! Thanks to the passion and expertise of these amazing dance moms, Fusion is now better than ever. Their mission is to create a joyful and collaborative atmosphere where you can receive top-notch dance instruction. Come join us and let's dance our way to happiness!
Stacy earned a Bachelor of Science in psychology from the University of New Orleans. She then pursued a career as a licensed physical therapist assistant, specializing in outpatient orthopedic and sports therapy for over two decades. Stacy's passion for dance began at the age of 8, particularly in tap dancing. She was a member of her school's competition team for several years and later obtained her teaching certification. During high school, she was a cheerleader for Archbishop Chapelle and currently contributes to the community as a coach/director for the cheer program at Girard Playground. Additionally, she is actively involved in the St. Ann school board and leads her daughter's Girl Scout troop. Stacy is a dedicated mother to Reagan, who has been dancing at Fusion since 2018.
Lara is a nurse practitioner, talented chaos coordinator, and experienced dance mom with 2 solid years of dance and 12 years of competitive cheer. She graduated from Charity School of Nursing in 2005 with an Associates Degree in Nursing, ULL with BSN, MSN and ultimately a doctor of nursing practice, Lara worked as a registered nurse in the emergency room at East Jefferson General Hospital (EJ). She then worked as a nurse practitioner in the Heart Failure Clinic at EJ and developed and implemented a telehealth program for her patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her research and work on telehealth and artificial intelligence has been published and she was awarded a research grant from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners. Lara was an instrumental part of the EJ Cardiology program earning it's American College of Cardiology accreditation and EJ receiving it's 5th Magnet designation. Currently she is the director of Professional Development and Clinical Education for EJ, Lakeside Hospital, Tulane Downtown ED, and Lakeview Hospital in Covington. Lara brings experience with program development, teamwork, and communications to the Fusion Four. She is the proud mother of Sadie.
Stacy Donegan
Special Events Coordinator
Operations, Finance, Communications
Lara Hernandez
Erin Avants
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Studio Director, Creative Director, Marketing