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 Mrs. Malinda Roy.
What's your name?
Malinda Roy
What do your students call you?
Ms. Malinda
How long have you been teaching? How long have you been at Gueydan High?
16.5 years, and my first year as Student Service Specialist and at GHS
What was your favorite subject when you were in school?
English
What do you love most about being a Gueydan Bear?
I love that I have the chance to know and build relationships with all the kids at GHS. I also love how involved everyone is here.
Who or what inspired you to be a teacher?
Studying Arthurian Literature and my substitute teacher for Spanish.
What's the farthest you've ever been from home?
I have been to England and France.
What's your favorite team(s)?
Steelers
Do you have any collections? If so, of what?
Tea cups and Harry Potter items
What's your favorite meal?
Fettuccini Alfredo
What's something you learned through failure?
You won't always be perfect and learn from those mistakes. Don't hold on to things learn from them and get stronger.
What does leadership mean to you?
Lead by example and get in the trenches to help with the work. Never ask anyone to do something you would not do.
If you could go back in time to when you were your students' age and give them advice, what would it be?
Slow down and enjoy being a kid. There will be plenty of time to be a grown-up later.
What's one thing people would never guess about you?
I am from Utah.
Do you have any favorite memories from your time in school?
Flag football team my senior year.
Could you tell us a little about your family?
I grew up in family with five siblings. I have three kids, two of them are twins. Rilyn, Kori and Braxton.
What are a few things you couldn't live without?
Coffee
What's your favorite quote?
"Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light." Albus Dumbledore