IDEA Brackenridge sets high expectations for every student and goes the extra mile to make sure every student realizes their own potential. Personalized learning, critical thinking skills, mastery of core subjects is our recipe for success.
IDEA Brackenridge is located at:
IDEA Brackenridge, 5555 Old Pearsall RD San Antonio, TX 78242
Principal Marlitha L. Williams is a native of Chicago, Illinois. She graduated from LaSalle High School in South Bend, Indiana, after relocating from Albuquerque, New Mexico.
While in South Bend, she worked at Eggleston Elementary School with children in the Bridges program. Principal Williams’ studies led her to Purdue University where she received a bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts. She continued her studies at the University of Arkansas School of Law where she received her Juris Doctorate. She then moved to Texas with her family and passed the State Bar. After briefly practicing law with, she chose a career in education that would give her more time with her family. She then served as a teacher for three years with the SAISD at the elementary level. Her love for educating children led her to IDEA Brackenridge where she served as an API for three years and was promoted to her current position as Principal.
Principal Williams enjoys spending time with both her daughters, Aayana and Bryana, who attend the University of Texas in Austin. She relaxes to music, binge watching tv shows, traveling, and walking outdoors.
Jacquelin Garcia received her degree from Texas A&M University - Kingsville. Ms. Garcia enjoys reading books, playing with her dogs, and visiting family. As she begins to lead her campus as APO, her focus is to ensure all scholars, families, and staff feel heard and valued.
She is a strong believer that kindness and respect is the key to building a strong community filled with success. Through relationship building and collaboration she believes there is no achievement that cannot be met. She is excited to ensure a safe, fun, and welcoming environment for all scholars on her campus. Her vision in education is to provide scholars with the upmost best education and the opportunity to venture off to their desired university.
Continue Reading2115 W. Pike Blvd.
Weslaco, TX 78596
Main: (956) 377-8000
Fax: (956) 447-3796
IDEA Public Schools National Board Members: Collin Sewell – Chair, Ed Rivera – Vice-Chair, Erich Holmsten – Treasurer, Ryan Vaughan – Secretary, Michael Adams, Gary Lindgren, Theresa Barrera-Shaw, Dr. Nanette Cocero.