Welcome New Faculty

​A warm Gryphon welcome to Ms. Colleen Able and Mr. Steve Jones! Ms. Able has moved from part-time to full-time at Lutheran High this year. She will be teaching social studies, science, and Spanish. A New Orleans native, Ms. Able has taught high school science for over ten years. She has a MA+30 in Environmental Geography and is passionate about local environmental issues and conservation. Ms. Able enjoys outdoor activities including hiking and camping, learning foreign languages, escape rooms, visiting museums, taking care of her cats, and traveling with her son. Mr. Jones is joining us part-time this year to teach physical education, social studies, and religion. He is a graduate of Jesuit High School and the University of New Orleans. He has over 25 years of baseball and basketball coaching experience. His wife, Christine, is also an educator with over 34 years teaching experience. Following in his footsteps, his son, Jonathan, is a coach and will be graduating from William-Carey University in December. Mr. Jones is a member of Faith Lutheran Church. His hobbies include disc golf and golf. Welcome, Ms. Able and Mr.Jones!