Hello, my name is Sylvia Yvette Gonzalez, and I have had the privilege of teaching at K. White for the past 20 years. I am a proud graduate of James Pace High School in Brownsville, Texas. I continued my education at Texas Southmost College and the University of Texas at Brownsville, where I pursued my passion for teaching.

I am happily married and blessed with three wonderful children. Teaching is more than a profession to me—it is truly my passion. I take great joy in getting to know my students and building meaningful relationships with each of them. I care for and support all of my students as if they were my own, always striving to create a safe, nurturing, and respectful classroom environment.

Throughout my career, I have taught a variety of subjects and grade levels, including 8th Grade ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading), U.S. History, and Math, as well as 6th Grade ELAR. Currently, I teach 6th Grade World Geography & Culture. I am proud to have been recognized by the state of Texas as a Master Teacher—an honor that reflects my commitment to educational excellence.

In my class, students will explore Cultural Geography, which is the study of the many cultural aspects found throughout the world and how they connect to the places where they originate and travel as people move across different regions. I aim to create a classroom environment that promotes learning, confidence, and positive attitudes.

I am truly excited to meet your child and to watch them grow and thrive this school year. I feel fortunate to work on a campus that feels like a family, and I look forward to a successful and enriching school year together.