The Jimmy Carter Early College High School (JCECHS) UIL Academics Team participated in the first UIL Invitational meet for the La Joya ISD UIL for the 2023-2024 academic year, which was held on October 21, in collaboration with Thelma Salinas Early College High School. JCECHS students displayed their academic skills, securing an impressive total of 85 victories across various categories, including STEM, Journalism, speaking, and general academic events.

This noteworthy performance at the UIL Invitational meet highlights the dedication and commitment of JCECHS students to academic excellence. The school is proud of the accomplishments of its UIL Academics Team and continues to support students in their pursuit of educational achievements.

JCECHS remains committed to providing opportunities for students to excel in academic competitions, and this successful showing at the UIL Invitational meet underscores the school’s commitment to nurturing and showcasing students’ talents and abilities.

Ivan Silva serves as the advisor for RedGold News Student Publications, where he mentors student journalists and oversees all aspects of the publication. In addition to his work with RGN, Silva teaches Dual Enrollment courses in Speech Communication and Interpersonal Communication, helping students bridge the gap between high school and college-level academics.

He is also an adjunct instructor at South Texas College (STC), where he brings his expertise in communication studies into higher education classrooms. On campus, Silva is actively involved as the UIL Coordinator and UIL Journalism Coach, guiding students to success in academic competitions at the district, regional, and state levels.

Through his combined roles as Journalism Advisor, RGN Advisor, and educator, Silva is dedicated to fostering student voice, leadership, and excellence in communication, both in print and beyond.