Student Support Services Division

Dr. Anthony Garza

Biography

Dr. Anthony Garza is a 1991 honor graduate from Edinburg High School.  He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Austin in 1995.  In 2001, he received his Master’s degree in Educational Administration and in 2012, earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership, both from the University of Texas Pan American.  Dr. Garza’s dissertation was entitled, “Selected Factors Related to the Mathematics Academic Achievement of Eighth Grade English Language Learners”.  He holds Texas Educator Certificates in Secondary Mathematics (6-12), Principal (EC-12), and Superintendent (EC-12). 

Dr. Garza has 28 years of experience in the field of education.  His education career began as a high school math teacher, serving for a total of eight years (Hidalgo HS, Edinburg HS, Economedes HS). Dr. Garza followed his teaching experience with 20 years at the administration level, all at ECISD (4 years Assistant Principal, 5 years Middle School Principal, 5 years High School Principal, 4 years High School Area Director, 2 years Assistant Superintendent).   His role as Principal was recognized at both secondary levels of school (South MS, Economedes HS).  In 2011-2012 he was awarded the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) Region I Outstanding Middle School Principal of the Year and in 2015-2016, TASSP Region I Outstanding High School Principal of the Year.  Also, he has worked as an Adjunct Professor for the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley where he taught classes in the College of Education and P-16 Integration for students enrolled in the Master’s program who aspire to become school administrators.  Dr. Anthony Garza is currently the Assistant Superintendent for Support Services at ECISD.

Dr. Garza is married to Marisa Garza.  They have two children, a daughter Loren, and a son, Anthony Jr.  Dr. Garza works hard to provide all students with a safe and positive school climate, while challenging them with a variety of rigorous academic programs.  Dr. Garza’s philosophy is, “Through dedicated teamwork from all stakeholders, every student will experience academic success and graduate college and career ready.”  He enjoys serving as a role model to the students and staff of ECISD, proving that education is the great equalizer. 

Vision Statement

All Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District students will master the competencies to be life-long learners, to compete, contribute, and succeed in the global community through positive attitudes and high expectations.

Mission Statement

The TEAM of the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees, administrators, teachers, support staff, parents and community, in partnership with public and private agencies, is committed to provide the support, resources and academic rigor to ensure all students achieve educational and social excellence.