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Board of Trustees

Jamie Miller President

Wes Johnson Vice President

Linda Griffin Secretary

Robert Selders Jr. Assistant Secretary

Larry Glick Member

Johnny Beach Member

Daphne Stanley Member

Superintendent

Dr. Ricardo López

Garland Independent School District P. O. Box 469026 Garland, TX 75046-9026

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Nora Bhatti

Judy Campbell

Jerman Gonzalez

Zoria Heard

Emily H. Fletcher

Upper Elementary Teacher Herfurth Elementary School

“ I ' m thankful to GISD for taking a chance on me

when I was a first-year teacher. I was invited into a wonderful, caring environment at Herfurth, and I ' ve enjoyed my time

here. Our district is very supportive to teachers, and they listen to our needs. I know that GISD cares, not only for their staff, but for their students as well.”

Assistant Director Garland ISD Athletics Department

“ I am thankful for GISD because I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse group of students, parents, and staff as a teacher, coach, and administrator for 45 years. Each of my roles have made me a better educator, leader, and person through relationships in GISD!”

Mechanic Garland ISD Transportation Department

“ You can’ t help but be thankful when you’ re part of a great team such as this one. Obstacles and challenges are faced by us all, but we always find a way to overcome them.”

Senior Sachse High School

“ As a student at Sachse High School, being a part of Garland ISD has given me various opportunities to be successful and to really prepare myself for the challenges I may face in the real world. Our schools and our teachers provide a positive atmosphere for those they take under their wings. I have grown and matured. I feel self-assured as I graduate and go to college.

Thank you, Garland ISD.”

Vice President of Business Development Trinity Regional Hospital- Sachse

“ Throughout my career in healthcare, I have had the privilege of working with many nurses, techs, and physicians who are graduates of GISD. I am thankful for the opportunities that the district offers to students who have an interest in healthcare.”