During the TASSP Region 14 meeting, TAFE Gold presented the impact of the program and organization on JCECHS.

TAFE has assisted in higher engagement in class and more focused students on their future careers. Additionally, TAFE has helped its students develop leadership skills and encouraged them to take on more responsibility in their school and community.


 
 Jacklynn Zamora (12), Jesus Menchaca (11), Kassandra Garza (11), and Audrey Brown (10) presented for TASSP as representatives of TAFE Gold.

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.