As Lafayette Parish educators are recognized for their work in the classroom, the district’s top administrator is also receiving a significant financial reward. The Lafayette Parish School Board has approved a $65,000 pay raise for Superintendent Francis Touchet, increasing his annual salary to $300,000 and making him the highest-paid public official in Lafayette Parish. The raise was part of a contract extension that runs through 2029. The vote came as the nonprofit organization, Love Our Schools, continued to surprise educators across the district, recognizing their accomplishments in the classroom. One such recognition took place on Friday at Edgar Martin Middle School, where a teacher was honored for her dedication and hard work…