Family Engagement

The most important gift in my life is my family. My husband and I have been married for over 15 wonderful years and are now a family of six. We welcomed our beautiful daughter Katia in 2010, our handsome son Efren in 2012 and our lovely twins Ander and Lina in 2016.

One of my greatest passions is to be in the service of others. This passion was developed and nurtured while being raised in Brownsville, Texas (it is the southernmost tip of Texas and is surprisingly hotter and more humid than San Antonio). My experiences while growing up with a lack of educational resources, but with much love, have fueled my devotion to help families navigate the school system and remove barriers preventing them from being meaningfully engaged in their child’s educational journey.

I am a proud graduate of St. Mary's University. Go Rattlers! I have worked with children for over 20 years and have been a Family Specialist at NEISD for over 15 years.

I look forward to working with you and your family. Please remember, I am here to help!

Services & Support Offered

Basic Needs & Student Essentials

School Supplies & Backpacks: Assistance with necessary learning materials throughout the school year.
Clothing, Shoes & Hygiene Products: Access to daily essential items.
Food & Holiday Support: Connections to food pantry assistance, meal programs, and seasonal holiday help.
- NEISD Resources
  - Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications
  - KIN After School Program & Community Education Programming

Health & Wellness Resources

Outside Counseling Services: Referrals to free or low-cost mental health and counseling resources.
Medical, Dental & Vision Care: Guidance and connections to community healthcare providers offering reduced-cost services.

Parent & Community Education

Free learning opportunities and workshops are available throughout the year for parents, grandparents, and guardians. Topics include:

Parenting Classes & Life Skills: Practical tools for family management and child development.
Academic & Student Support: Understanding course selection, graduation plans, and supporting learning at home.
Health, Safety & Nutrition: Information on wellness, online safety, and physical health.

Upcoming Classes & Workshops

Districtwide FE Calendar
FE Reagan Cluster

Calendar

Calendars

Districtwide FE Calendar

FE Reagan Cluster

Our Mission

Family Engagement creates and sustains partnerships with students, families, and the community to ensure high levels of learning for all.

Family Specialists

Family Specialists are available to all NEISD families. They assist in various ways, such as:

provide families with information from the district, community agencies, city and state institutions, and any other organizations that might benefit those with specific needs;

facilitate and conduct parent-education classes, counseling and mentoring;
assist students and families to reach their maximum educational benefits;
provide support to those who are in an emotional or financial crisis.

Family Engagement Courses

Family Engagement Course are free to all parents, grandparents, or community members. Participants are offered information on a wide variety of subjects.

Parenting Classes
Life Skills and Essential Knowledge
Academic Skills
Health, Nutrition, and Safety
Leadership and Community Service