Hello!

My name is Valerie Gonzalez, and I am very excited to be joining the HHS English Department. 

I began my career in education as a substitute at Mance Park, took a position as an instructional assistant in Conroe ISD, and then returned to Mance Park as a Writing teacher last year. While this is my 2nd year in the classroom, this will be my 4th in education. 

I am a second generation Huntsville High School graduate, and I was lucky enough to walk the same stage as my parents, aunts and uncles, cousins, and brother. It gives me great pride to be able to teach in the same halls I walked as a student, and I definitly blood Hornet Green.

My college career began my Junior year of HS with Dual Credit classes through Lone Star. Because of these classes, I was able to graduate with a year of college done. I then went to Sam Houston to obtain my Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice with a minor in Psychology. I will be returning to Sam Houston this year to begin my Masters of Education in Instructional Leadership with a minor in English. I enjoy being able to share my journey with a students and show them that the possibilities at hand are endless. 

I am certified to teach 4-8 Core Subjects, 7-12 ELA, and K-12 English Second Language Learners.