June 26, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 26, 2025
Contact: Stephanie Noriega, Chief of the Center for Strategic Communications and Engagement, Region 4 Education Service Center
Phone: 832.541.3121
Email: stephanie.noriega@esc4.net
Galena Park ISD Board of Trustees Named Region 4 School Board of the Year
HOUSTON, Texas—The Galena Park Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees has been named the 2025 Region 4 School Board of the Year. This honor recognizes the Board’s exceptional leadership, dedication to student success, and steadfast service to the community.
The Galena Park ISD Board will represent Region 4 as its nominee for the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) Outstanding School Board Award, to be announced during txEDCON25 in Houston this September.
Under the theme of “Building on a Legacy,” the Galena Park ISD Board has demonstrated a passionate commitment to creating opportunities for all students. With many trustees being proud graduates or family of graduates of Galena Park ISD, their work reflects deep personal investment in the community they serve. Their leadership has resulted in consistent improvements in student performance, the success of innovative educational programs, and a culture of excellence that extends beyond the classroom.
“The Galena Park ISD Board of Trustees embodies a spirit of unity, service, and vision,” said Dr. John Moore, Superintendent of Galena Park ISD. “They are tireless champions for our students, staff, and community, and their dedication ensures our district continues to thrive today and for generations to come.”
Among their many achievements, the Board’s trustees have overseen the expansion of dual credit programs, ensuring students can earn college credits and industry certifications. They have also supported initiatives like the district’s ACT School Day, making college readiness assessments accessible to all students. Their focus on mental health and wellness is evident through broadened school-based health services, employee assistance programs, and stipends for counselors completing advanced mental health certifications.
“Region 4 is proud to recognize the Galena Park ISD Board of Trustees for their outstanding leadership and commitment to excellence in education,” said Dr. Rodney Watson, Executive Director of Region 4 Education Service Center. “Their work reflects the very best of public education governance, and we are honored to nominate them for statewide recognition.”
The Galena Park ISD Board of Trustees includes:
- Ramon Garza, President
- Linda Clark Sherrard, Vice President
- Jose Jimenez, Secretary
- Adrian Stephens, Trustee
- Noe Esparza, Trustee
- Norma Hernandez, Trustee
- Amanda Erebia, Trustee
- John C. Moore, Superintendent
About the Texas Association of School Administrators School Board Awards Program
The TASA School Board Awards Program, established in 1971, honors school boards that demonstrate outstanding leadership and dedication to improving student outcomes. Nominees exemplify visionary governance, community engagement, and a commitment to the success of every student.
About Region 4 Education Service Center
Region 4 is one of 20 regional education service centers established by the Texas Legislature in 1967 to assist school districts and charter schools in improving student performance and districts’ economic efficiency. Regional education service centers are nonregulatory, intermediate education units. Texas Education Code, Chapter 8, allows each school district to voluntarily be served by a regional education service center.
Region 4 serves 47 public school districts and 43 open-enrollment charter schools, representing more than 1.25 million students, 111,000 educators, and 1,500 campuses across eight counties. To learn more about Region 4, visit esc4.net.