MISSION, TEXAS (May 6, 2026) – Mission Consolidated Independent School District (CISD) proudly celebrated the 2025-2026 teachers of the year and staff members of the year, recognizing exceptional individuals who go above and beyond to inspire, educate, and positively shape the lives of their students. These teachers and staff members have demonstrated unwavering dedication to student success, leadership within their campuses, and a commitment to fostering a love for learning.
Each year, teachers and staff members from across Mission CISD are nominated by their peers and evaluated by campus leadership and a panel of judges. The selection process highlights individuals who exemplify excellence in teaching, innovation in instruction, and meaningful contributions to their school communities
Superintendent of Schools for Mission CISD Dr. Cris King expressed her appreciation for the honorees.
“What you do goes far beyond delivering instruction. You inspire confidence, build meaningful relationships, and help shape the future,” said Dr. King. “Because of you, our students are not only learning, but they are also growing, thriving, and believing in what is possible.”
Mission CISD proudly congratulates the following 2025-2026 Campus Teachers of the Year and Staff Members of the Year:
Elementary Schools:
- Alton Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Alba L. Estrada
- Alton Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Sandra E. Chavez
- Bryan Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Anabel Tenorio
- Bryan Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Corynna Garza
- Cantu Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Minerva Morato
- Cantu Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Nancy K. Suarez Gutierrez
- Castro Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Ann Rhea G. Barrera
- Castro Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Araceli Estrada
- Cavazos Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Leiza Davila
- Cavazos Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Celica A. Chavez
- Escobar/Rios Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Blanca Gonzales-Morales
- Escobar/Rios Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Amanda L. Flores
- Leal Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Mayra Garza
- Leal Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Raquel Botello
- Marcell Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Denise Delgado
- Marcell Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Karen L. Alcantar
- Midkiff Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Yackeline Y. Gonzalez
- Midkiff Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Hildebrando Reyna
- Mims Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Nathan G. Salazar
- Mims Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Annet Aguilar
- O’Grady Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Jessica Guerra
- O’Grady Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Jairo A. Leal
- Pearson Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Barbara Gonzalez
- Pearson Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Ana I. Lopez
- Salinas Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Wendy Razo
- Salinas Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Graciela G. Torres
- Waitz Elementary School – Teacher of the Year - Marisol Molina
- Waitz Elementary School – Staff Member of the Year – Elvira Zavala
Junior High Schools:
- Alton Memorial Junior High School – Teacher of the Year - Roberto D. Granados
- Alton Memorial Junior High School – Staff Member of the Year – Elizabeth Villarreal
- Kenneth White Junior High School – Teacher of the Year - Orlando H. Tijerina
- Kenneth White Junior High School – Staff Member of the Year – Alma D. Nieto
- Mission Junior High School – Teacher of the Year - Jessica M. Lugo
- Mission Junior High School – Staff Member of the Year – Fred Gutierrez
- Rafael Cantu Junior High School – Teacher of the Year - Laura M. Rodriguez
- Rafael Cantu Junior High School – Staff Member of the Year – Carlos G. Hinojosa
High Schools:
- Mission High School – Teacher of the Year - Candice A. Peña
- Mission High School – Staff Member of the Year – Aholibama Ortiz
- Veterans Memorial High School – Teacher of the Year - Nellie M. Garcia
- Veterans Memorial High School – Staff Member of the Year – Sabrina M. Tamez
- Mission Collegiate High School – Teacher of the Year - Anthony M. Charles
- Mission Collegiate High School – Staff Member of the Year – Gloria I. Escobedo
- Roosevelt Alternative School – Teacher of the Year - Daniel Longoria
- Roosevelt Alternative School – Staff Member of the Year – Jose L. Vidaurri Torres
Mission CISD Departments:
- Administrative Office – Staff Member of the Year – Hermelinda Saenz
- Child Nutrition Program - Staff Member of the Year – Fidela E. Covarrubias
- Fixed Assets/ Warehouse - Staff Member of the Year – Roberto Moreno
- Technology Systems - Staff Member of the Year – Kevin P. Le
- Maintenance Department - Staff Member of the Year – Jesus Ceron
- Safety & Security Department - Staff Member of the Year – Angela De Leon
- Transportation Department - Staff Member of the Year – Raul Padron
These teachers and staff members represent the best of Mission CISD, serving as role models and mentors who inspire students to reach their full potential. Their contributions extend beyond the classroom, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and student-centered learning.
Out of our many outstanding campus honorees, three were selected for top district recognition:
- Anabel Tenorio – District Elementary Teacher of the Year
- Roberto Granados – District Secondary Teacher of the Year
- Hildebrando Reyna – District Staff Member of the Year
Mission CISD congratulates these outstanding individuals and looks forward to celebrating the selection of the Regional Teachers of the Year.
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