Some of the best students and teachers in Louisiana are right here in Gueydan, and we think they deserve some recognition, so this is our chance to get to know them a little better. This is our GHS Staff Spotlight on Coach Jon Causey.
What's your name?
Jon Causey
What do your students call you?
Coach
How long have you been teaching? How long have you been at Gueydan High?
14, 3rd in Gueydan
What was your favorite subject when you were in school?
World Geography
What do you love most about being a Gueydan Bear?
The amount of folks that are willing to help take care of the field, donate, and just help where needed.
Who or what inspired you to be a teacher?
My coaches and growing up as well as my HS principal - Mr. Jimmy Stewart.
What's the farthest you've ever been from home?
Brazil
What's your favorite team(s)?
LSU (class of 2008!) and The Saints
What's your favorite meal?
Roast & Gravy with mash potatoes and homemade rolls. Sweet tea to drink and sweet potato pie for dessert.
What's something you learned through failure?
Everything! Being a better husband, Coach, teacher, son, …
What does leadership mean to you?
Having influence
If you could go back in time to when you were your students' age and give them advice, what would it be?
Don’t date till after HS! Play every sport! And be kind!
What's one thing people would never guess about you?
…. I love Nick Jonas songs
Do you have any favorite memories from your time in school?
Tons! … best is probably playing in the state championship and eating lunch with my principal everyday senior year.
Could you tell us a little about your family?
Wife- Madelyn (instructional strategist)
Kids- Michael (11), Eloise (2), and Thomas (4 months)
What are a few things you couldn't live without?
My family