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Meet the Board
The mission of the Galena Park Independent School District is to prepare students to become productive citizens and lifelong learners. The 糖心视频 School Board members provide direction and promote student success by supporting and celebrating the mission of the District.
Position 7 (Expires 2026)
Term of Office: 2023 - 2026
Years of Service: 2019 - Present
Email Address: nhernandez@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Retired Educator
Number of Children: 2
Alma Mater(s): University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley: Bachelor of Business Education and Texas Southern University; Master of Education"I enjoy serving on the Board of Trustees for GPISD and giving back to our students, staff, and community. As a former Galena Park High School Teacher/Registrar of 38 years, I have seen the importance of a high quality education. Both of my daughters, Terri (Drill Team Director for Humble ISD) and Cathy (KPRC News Reporter) are proud graduates of GPHS (c/o 2000 & 2005 respectively)."
Position 4 (Expires 2025)
Term of Office: 2022 - 2025
Years of Service: 2010 – Present
Email Address: ramongarza@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Insurance Agent
Number of Children: 3
Alma Mater(s): Galena Park High School, Class of 1986"I love to give back to the District from which I graduated. Three of my daughters have also graduated from Galena Park; I feel excited for them to see all the wonderful things that they are going to be part of in life because of their time in this District."
Linda Clark Sherrard - Secretary
Position 3 (Expires 2025)
Term of Office: 2022 - 2025
Years of Service: 2022 - Present
Email Address: lsherrard@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Retired
Number of Children: 3
Alma Mater(s): Galena Park High School, Class of 1970, Texas Southern University, Bachelor's in Education and Master's in Administration and Supervision"Education has been a lifelong calling for me personally and professionally. I consider it a great privilege to serve the children and community of 糖心视频 as a trustee. I am committed to advancing the mission of public education for our children to ensure their success as products of this district. "
Adrian Stephens - Board Trustee
Position 1 (Expires 2027)
Term of Office: 2024 - 2027
Years of Service: June 2018 – Present
Email Address: astephens@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Sales
Number of Children: 3
Alma Mater(s): Prairie View A&M"I have a strong passion for the children in my community. I love being involved with a district that truly puts children’s best interests first. This is my way of being active in my community and I enjoy serving the children, staff, teachers and administrators of GPISD."
Position 6 (Expires 2026)
Term of Office: 2023 - 2026
Years of Service: 2019 - Present
Email Address: nesparza@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Sales
Number of Children: 2
Alma Mater(s): Galena Park High School, San Jacinto College, University of Houston"I have lived in this community for 46 years and attended schools in GPISD from Kinder through High School. The education I received at GPISD was critical to my success and I want to be able to make sure that all of our kids in our community have access to the same opportunities I had at GPISD."
Position 5 (Expires 2026)
Term of Office: 2023 - 2026
Years of Service: 2023 - Present
Email Address: jose.jimenez@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: Insurance Agent
Number of Children: 2
Alma Mater(s): Community College of the Air Force, Associate of Applied Science
University of Houston, Bachelor of Business Administration"I believe that a strong educational system is the foundation of our community and of our great nation. As a parent to Galena Park I.S.D. students, and as a fellow neighbor in our great community, the future of our children is extremely important to me. I look forward to working with my colleagues, teachers, staff, administration, and fellow neighbors to bring about higher quality education and opportunities for all of our children and community members. "
Position 2 (Expires 2027)
Term of Office: 2024 - 2027
Years of Service: 2024 - Present
Email Address: aerebia@galenaparkisd.com
Occupation: SVP, Retail Performance Manager
Number of Children: 4
Alma Mater(s): North Shore High School, San Jacinto College"I am driven by a deep desire to empower and nurture growth in my children, employees and community. I am dedicated to preserving the excellence of our schools and working together to ensure their continued success. I strive to be a responsible steward of our district by helping to manage time, resources and finances effectively. My ultimate goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for children to thrive and develop into productive contributors to society. My priorities are to love God, love people, and help change the world."
Dr. John C. Moore - Superintendent of Schools
"The GPISD Board Members are a dedicated, tireless group of individuals who exemplify a tremendous commitment to the children of our community. It is truly a blessing to serve with such a fine group of community members!"