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Campus Information
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School Mascot: Eagles
School Colors: Blue, White
Mission Statement:
ESPARZA VISION
Gregorio Esparza Elementary School is an outstanding school demonstrating excellence in all areas.
We provide an integrated, academically challenging curriculum that presents relevant and meaningful content accommodating the different needs and styles of all children.
We are an exemplary faculty/staff which works as a team recognizing, affirming, and maximizing the strengths of each individual and which encourages personal and professional growth.
We work with our parents and community as partners in accomplishing our mission.
MISSION
We partner with parents and the community to create a child-centered environment that maximizes the academic, social, emotional, physical, and aesthetic development of each child.
Gabriela Garcia - Principal
I am Gabriela Garcia and I am so thrilled to be the Principal at Esparza Elementary. This is my 3rd year at Esparza. A little about me: This is my 16th year in education with 15 years in Northside. I come to Esparza with several years of experience as a Vice Principal at both Hatchett Elementary and Henderson Elementary. Prior to my service as an administrator, I served as a Title I Math Specialist for 3 years and a bilingual teacher for 6 years. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a minor in Bilingual Education from the University of Texas-Pan American and a Master's Degree in Education from Our Lady of the Lake University.
On a personal note, I have lived in San Antonio for the past 15 years. I have a loving and supportive husband, Gustavo. My daughter, Vyctoria attends Stevens School and is active with the Pep Squad Team. My son, Nataniel, will attend Vale Middle school and is pursuing the basketball and track team. I love taking road trips with my family and seeing my kids take part in their extracurricular activities.
I will continue to do my best to build a positive relationship with students, staff, and families of the Esparza Elementary School community. I can be reached via email at gabriela.garcia@nisd.net or feel free to stop by and schedule a conference at any time as my door is always open to you.
On a personal note, I have lived in San Antonio for the past 15 years. I have a loving and supportive husband, Gustavo. My daughter, Vyctoria attends Stevens School and is active with the Pep Squad Team. My son, Nataniel, will attend Vale Middle school and is pursuing the basketball and track team. I love taking road trips with my family and seeing my kids take part in their extracurricular activities.
I will continue to do my best to build a positive relationship with students, staff, and families of the Esparza Elementary School community. I can be reached via email at gabriela.garcia@nisd.net or feel free to stop by and schedule a conference at any time as my door is always open to you.
Gabriela Menchaca - Associate Principal
The Associate Principal also serves as the Campus Behavior Coordinator. They can be reached by email at gabriela.menchaca@nisd.net or by phone at (210) 397-1850.
Hello! My name is Gabriela Menchaca, and I am proud to be the Vice-Principal at Esparza Elementary.
I graduated from Texas State in 2004 and obtained my Master's Degree from the University of Texas-San Antonio in 2012.
I was a bilingual teacher for 7 years, a language support teacher for 4 years, an administrative intern for a year, the vice principal at Fields Elementary, and now the Vice Principal here! I am Northside Strong.
I look forward to working with the community, the students, and the staff.
