Jimmy Carter ECHS proudly welcomed representatives from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation and Educate Texas for a campus tour, showcasing our commitment to the ECHS model and College, Career, and Readiness School Model. Students and staff shared insights in panels and classroom tours, highlighting the heart of our Red Wolves community. #JCECHS #DellFoundation #EducateTexas #CollegeReady

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.