January 10, 2017– January is School Board Recognition Month and Mission CISD will join other districts across the state to thank these local leaders for their dedication and willingness to serve as advocates for our children and public schools. As elected officials, they are the voice of their communities, serving first and foremost in the best interest of Texas schoolchildren.
“Their work is year-round and even though this is a special month in their honor, we appreciate their time and service to our children every day,” said Superintendent Dr. Ricardo Lopez. “They generously give of themselves to ensure that decisions directly affecting our local schools are made by representatives of this community, people who are close to our schools and know our teachers, parents, and students.”
“It’s more important than ever before that the public supports our schools so that today’s students are prepared to be productive citizens and the leaders of tomorrow,” said Lopez. “Our board members provide vision and leadership in their roles as advocates, and they will continue to stand up for public education and guard against anything that takes away from our children.”
Our students have won championships, had historic winning seasons, been recognized as best in class band students, won numerous robotics competitions, and have been enshrined in the US Congressional reports.
Board members serving Mission CISD are Patricia Y. O’Caña-Olivarez (President), Roy Vela (Vice-President), Petra B. Ramirez (Secretary), Minnie R. Rodgers (Member), Charlie Garcia III (Member), Dr. Sonia M. Treviño (Member), and Jerry Zamora (Member).