I am honored to serve NEISD as School Board Trustee for Single Member District 7. Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA. In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools.

Caprice Garcia | NEISD

In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools. Three of my children have graduated from NEISD schools and my youngest will start her freshman year in Fall 2026.

I’ve had the privilege of serving on the PTA of Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle and Madison High Schools, in many positions, including PTA/PTSA President.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005 and has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts and a neighborhood homeowners association. Three of her children have graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest will begin freshman year in fall 2026.

I’ve had the privilege of serving on the PTA of Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle and Madison High Schools, in many positions, including PTA/PTSA President. I have served on various district and campus committees and have completed the Leadership North East program offered through the District. Additionally, I was employed as a NEISD substitute for approximately four years.

Garcia, 55, is a Houston native whose three children all graduated from NEISD schools, and her youngest will be starting her freshman year at Madison High School next year.

She spent much of her career working for Houston Democrat Gene Green when he was in both the Texas Legislature and in Congress, before becoming a stay-at-home parent.

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Caprice Garcia previously worked for the City of San Antonio, served as a substitute for North East Independent School District, and worked for Gene Green during his service in the Texas Legislature and Congress.

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Caprice previously worked for the City of San Antonio, served as a substitute for North East Independent School District, and worked for Gene Green during his service in the Texas Legislature and Congress.

Caprice Garcia

Nonpartisan
North East Independent School District, District 7
Tenure

2026 - Present
Term ends

2030

Caprice Garcia is a member of the North East Independent School District in Texas, representing District 7. Garcia assumed office on May 13, 2026. Garcia's current term ends in 2030.

Caprice Garcia - Ballotpedia

Garcia ran for election to the North East Independent School District to represent District 7 in Texas. Garcia won in the general election on May 2, 2026.

Caprice Garcia (Nonpartisan) defeated Cheryl Ettinger (Nonpartisan) in the general election for North East Independent School District, District 7 on May 2, 2026.

Caprice currently serves as a trustee for North East Independent School District, representing District 7. She was elected in 2026.

2026 Texas General Election

2026 Texas General Runoff

Nonpartisan

As of September 24, 2026, Caprice Garcia did not have a website or any information online.

School Curriculum

Garcia told the San Antonio Report she’ll put her political experience to use on the board, saying in her voter guide questionnaire that as Texas “continues to pass legislation that is harmful to public schools and our district … I will continue to communicate with our elected officials sharing how their decisions are affecting our district and fight for fully funded public education.”

Advocates for fully funding public education and communicating how state decisions affect the district.

- Advocates for fully funding public education and communicating how state decisions affect the district.

School Facilities & Resources

If elected, what would be your top three priorities?
Advocate for public education to ensure the state fully funds public schools. Work with students, parents, and staff to build pathways that ensure educational success is achievable. Work to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure environment in which to work, learn and grow.

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Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure learning and working environment.

- Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure learning and working environment.

Student Wellbeing

These valuable experiences helped me develop a better understanding of our district and strengthened my commitment to advocating for all students.

I deeply value the essential role educators play in shaping our children’s future. I am committed to supporting their work and collaborating with district leaders to ensure every student receives a quality education. I also believe parent involvement is vital to student growth and success.

Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide students with a quality education.

- Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide students with a quality education.

Teachers

If elected, how will you balance student and parent input with district and state policy?
I believe the best decisions are made by listening to others. It is important to have an open line of communication with families and students, to ensure board actions positively impact the community in which it serves. This can be achieved in public forums, surveys and participation options in Skyward.

What do you identify as the primary strengths of NEISD, and what specific strategies would you propose to leverage them for student career and college readiness?
As the parent of three NEISD graduates and one current student, I have seen firsthand the opportunities provided. Programs like dual language, fine arts, athletics, magnet schools, and College & Career events, provide pathways to long-term success. Expanding access to these programs will ensure more students can explore their interests.

Plans to use public forums, surveys, and Skyward participation options to gather family and student input on board actions.

Plans to expand access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

- Plans to use public forums, surveys, and Skyward participation options to gather family and student input on board actions.
- Plans to expand access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

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Caprice Garcia

As of September 24, 2026, Caprice Garcia’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Three of my children have graduated from NEISD schools and my youngest will start her freshman year in Fall 2026.

I’ve had the privilege of serving on the PTA of Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle and Madison High Schools, in many positions, including PTA/PTSA President. I have served on various district and campus committees and have completed the Leadership North East program offered through the District.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005. She has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, and a neighborhood homeowners association, and served on the parent-teacher associations at Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle, and Madison High Schools, including as president. Three of her children have graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest is set to begin high school in fall 2026.

Caprice previously worked for the City of San Antonio and as a substitute for North East Independent School District.

Marsha Landry, the incumbent for NEISD District 7, did not run for re-election. Caprice Garcia, a volunteer and former government employee was elected to the seat, defeating realtor Cheri Ettinger.

Sciba Villarreal was first elected in 2022 on a “parents rights” platform, a common conservative talking point.

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Caprice Garcia

I am honored to serve NEISD as School Board Trustee for Single Member District 7. Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA.

Caprice serves as the North East Independent School District school board trustee for Single Member District 7. She was elected to the seat.

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Believes board decisions should be informed by communication with families and students through public forums, surveys, and Skyward participation options.

Advocates for full state funding of public schools.

- Advocates for full state funding of public schools.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure learning and work environment.

- Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure learning and work environment.

Is committed to supporting educators and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

- Is committed to supporting educators and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

Supports expanding student access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

- Supports expanding student access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

I am honored to serve NEISD as School Board Trustee for Single Member District 7. Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA. In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools. Three of my children have graduated from NEISD schools and my youngest will start her freshman year in Fall 2026.

Caprice Garcia | NEISD - San Antonio

Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA. In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools. Three of my children have graduated from NEISD schools and my youngest will start her freshman year in Fall 2026.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005. She has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, and neighborhood homeowners association, and has served in the parent-teacher associations at Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle, and Madison High Schools, including as PTA/PTSA president. Three of her children have graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest will begin high school in fall 2026.

I have served on various district and campus committees and have completed the Leadership North East program offered through the District. Additionally, I was employed as a NEISD substitute for approximately four years. These valuable experiences helped me develop a better understanding of our district and strengthened my commitment to advocating for all students.

#### Caprice Garcia
#### Trustee

District 7
Term: May 2026-May 2030

Board of Trustees | NEISD - San Antonio

North East ISD trustees serve four-year terms, and elections are held during even-numbered years. Trustees are elected by voters in the single member district (SMD) in which they currently reside. Please check your single member district before filing for candidacy or heading to the polls. The next election will be held May 2026 for SMDs 2, 3 and 7.

Landry didn’t seek reelection to her District 7 seat, but longtime Democratic congressional staffer Caprice Garcia beat out realtor Cheryl “Cheri” Ann Ettinger, 67% to 33%.

Caprice currently serves as a North East Independent School District trustee for District 7. She was elected in 2026 and is serving a four-year term through May 2030.

Advocate for public education to ensure the state fully funds public schools. Work with students, parents, and staff to build pathways that ensure educational success is achievable. Work to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure environment in which to work, learn and grow.

Plans to help ensure safe environments for students and teachers.

- Plans to help ensure safe environments for students and teachers.

These valuable experiences helped me develop a better understanding of our district and strengthened my commitment to advocating for all students. I deeply value the essential role educators play in shaping our children’s future. I am committed to supporting their work and collaborating with district leaders to ensure every student receives a quality education. I also believe parent involvement is vital to student growth and success.

Is committed to supporting educators and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student with a quality education.

- Is committed to supporting educators and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student with a quality education.

As the parent of three NEISD graduates and one current student, I have seen firsthand the opportunities provided. Programs like dual language, fine arts, athletics, magnet schools, and College & Career events, provide pathways to long-term success. Expanding access to these programs will ensure more students can explore their interests.

Supports expanding student access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet-school, and college-and-career programs.

- Supports expanding student access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet-school, and college-and-career programs.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005 and has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, and her neighborhood homeowners association. She has three children who graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest will begin her freshman year in fall 2026.

I’ve had the privilege of serving on the PTA of Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle and Madison High Schools, in many positions, including PTA/PTSA President. I have served on various district and campus committees and have completed the Leadership North East program offered through the District. Additionally, I was employed as a NEISD substitute for approximately four years. These valuable experiences helped me develop a better understanding of our district and strengthened my commitment to advocating for all students.

Caprice previously worked for the City of San Antonio and worked as a substitute for North East Independent School District.

Caprice serves as the North East Independent School District school board trustee for Single Member District 7.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have safe learning and work environments.

I deeply value the essential role educators play in shaping our children’s future. I am committed to supporting their work and collaborating with district leaders to ensure every student receives a quality education. I also believe parent involvement is vital to student growth and success. I look forward to building strong relationships with families and the community so that, together, we can help every student thrive.

Calls for communication with families and students through public forums, surveys, and participation options on Skyward.

Plans to work with students, parents, and staff to build pathways to educational success.

Supports expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet-school, and college-and-career programs.

Caprice Garcia

I am honored to serve NEISD as School Board Trustee for Single Member District 7. Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA. In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools.

I’ve had the privilege of serving on the PTA of Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle and Madison High Schools, in many positions, including PTA/PTSA President. I have served on various district and campus committees and have completed the Leadership North East program offered through the District.

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NEISD District 3 trustee Diane Sciba Villarreal was defeated by Mike Wulczyn, a U.S. Navy veteran and IT and risk management professional.

Marsha Landry, the incumbent for NEISD District 7, did not run for re-election. Caprice Garcia, a volunteer and former government employee was elected to the seat, defeating realtor Cheri Ettinger.

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I deeply value the essential role educators play in shaping our children’s future. I am committed to supporting their work and collaborating with district leaders to ensure every student receives a quality education. I also believe parent involvement is vital to student growth and success.

Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders on students' education.

- Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders on students' education.

Proposes expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

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- Proposes expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

I bring more than 20 years of public service experience, having worked for both the U.S. House of Representatives and the City of San Antonio. Throughout my career, I have been driven by the same purpose: to listen, to advocate, and to help others. My work allowed me to support our constituents by navigating government departments and agencies on their behalf, ensuring their needs were addressed.

Caprice Ann Garcia | 2026 candidate for North East ISD Board of Trustees - San Antonio Report

Caprice Garcia has more than 20 years of public service experience, including work for the U.S. House of Representatives and the City of San Antonio.

Marsha Landry, the incumbent for NEISD District 7, did not run for re-election. Caprice Garcia, a volunteer and former government employee was elected to the seat, defeating realtor Cheri Ettinger.

Caprice was elected to the North East Independent School District Board of Trustees in 2026.

Q&A: Meet the candidates running for the North East ISD board of trustees District 7

The State of Texas continues to pass legislation that is harmful to public schools and our district. As a Trustee, I will continue to communicate with our elected officials sharing how their decisions are affecting our district and fight for fully funded public education.

Advocates for fully funding public schools and plans to communicate with state elected officials about how their decisions affect the district.

- Advocates for fully funding public schools and plans to communicate with state elected officials about how their decisions affect the district.

Calls for student mental-health resources without hurdles or limitations.

Plans to help ensure students and teachers have safe and secure environments for learning and work.

- Plans to help ensure students and teachers have safe and secure environments for learning and work.

Staff shortages and budget cuts are also issues that add to the challenges our teachers and staff already face. Competitive pay is essential to retain talented employees. Listening to their concerns and opinions shows they are valued. We must maintain a positive work environment and supportive culture for all staff.

Supports competitive pay, staff input, and a positive, supportive work environment to retain teachers and staff.

- Supports competitive pay, staff input, and a positive, supportive work environment to retain teachers and staff.

- Plans to expand access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005. She has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, her neighborhood homeowners association, and the parent-teacher associations at Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle, and Madison High Schools, including as a PTA/PTSA president. Three of her children have graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest is expected to start high school in fall 2026.

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She spent much of her career working for Houston Democrat Gene Green when he was in both the Texas Legislature and in Congress, before becoming a stay-at-home parent.

Caprice Garcia previously worked for the City of San Antonio and served as a substitute for North East Independent School District. She also worked for Gene Green during his service in the Texas Legislature and Congress.

Landry didn’t seek reelection to her District 7 seat, but longtime Democratic congressional staffer Caprice Garcia beat out realtor Cheryl “Cheri” Ann Ettinger, who was recruited for the race by conservative state Rep. Marc LaHood (R-San Antonio), 67% to 33%.

Caprice was elected trustee for North East Independent School District's District 7 in 2026. Her term runs from May 2026 to May 2030.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe environment for learning and work.

Committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

- Committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

Proposes expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college and career programs.

Caprice Garcia

I am honored to serve NEISD as School Board Trustee for Single Member District 7. Since moving to San Antonio in 2005, I have been heavily involved in my community, including in our church, Little League, Boy Scouts and neighborhood HOA. In 2012, I left my employment with the City of San Antonio to stay home with my children and started volunteering in their schools. Three of my children have graduated from NEISD schools and my youngest will start her freshman year in Fall 2026.

Caprice Garcia has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, and neighborhood homeowners association since moving to San Antonio in 2005. She has held several roles, including president, with parent-teacher associations at Steubing Ranch Elementary, Bradley Middle, and Madison High Schools. She has four children, three of whom have graduated from North East Independent School District schools.

Caprice Garcia previously worked for the City of San Antonio and as a North East Independent School District substitute.

Caprice serves as a school board trustee for NEISD's Single Member District 7.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure environment for learning and work.

Supports expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

Caprice Garcia serves as a school board trustee for North East Independent School District's Single Member District 7.

Garcia told the San Antonio Report she’ll put her political experience to use on the board, saying in her voter guide questionnaire that as Texas continues to pass legislation that is harmful to public schools and our district, “I will continue to communicate with our elected officials sharing how their decisions are affecting our district and fight for fully funded public education.”

Advocates for enough state funding to fully fund public schools.

- Advocates for enough state funding to fully fund public schools.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have safe, secure environments for learning and work.

- Plans to ensure students and teachers have safe, secure environments for learning and work.

Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

- Is committed to supporting educators' work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

Proposes expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet-school, and college-and-career programs.

- Plans to work with students, parents, and staff to build pathways to educational success.
- Proposes expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet-school, and college-and-career programs.

Caprice Garcia moved to San Antonio in 2005. She has been involved in her church, Little League, Boy Scouts, and her neighborhood homeowners association. Three of her children have graduated from North East Independent School District schools, and her youngest will start her freshman year in fall 2026.

Caprice Garcia previously worked for Gene Green when he served in the Texas Legislature and Congress.

#### Caprice Garcia
#### Trustee
District 7
Term: May 2026-May 2030

Caprice serves as a District 7 trustee for a term from May 2026 to May 2030.

Advocates for the state to fully fund public schools.

- Advocates for the state to fully fund public schools.

- Plans to ensure students and teachers have a safe and secure environment for learning and work.

Additionally, I was employed as a NEISD substitute for approximately four years. These valuable experiences helped me develop a better understanding of our district and strengthened my commitment to advocating for all students.

I deeply value the essential role educators play in shaping our children’s future. I am committed to supporting their work and collaborating with district leaders to ensure every student receives a quality education. I also believe parent involvement is vital to student growth and success.

Advocates for expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

- Advocates for expanding access to dual-language, fine arts, athletics, magnet school, and college-and-career programs.

Garcia, 55, is a Houston native whose three children all graduated from NEISD schools, and her youngest will be starting her freshman year at Madison High School next year.

She spent much of her career working for Houston Democrat Gene Green when he was in both the Texas Legislature and in Congress, before becoming a stay-at-home parent.

Garcia told the San Antonio Report she’ll put her political experience to use on the board, saying in her voter guide questionnaire that as Texas “continues to pass legislation that is harmful to public schools and our district … I will continue to communicate with our elected officials sharing how their decisions are affecting our district and fight for fully funded public education.”

Caprice Garcia previously worked for Gene Green in his Texas legislative and congressional offices before becoming a stay-at-home parent.

#### Caprice Garcia

#### Trustee

District 7
Term: May 2026-May 2030

Caprice serves as a trustee for District 7, with a term from May 2026 to May 2030.

Pledges to communicate with elected officials about the effects of state legislation on the district and fight for fully funded public education.

Plans to ensure students and teachers have safe, secure environments to work, learn, and grow.

Caprice Garcia | North East Independent School District

Committed to supporting educators’ work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

- Committed to supporting educators’ work and collaborating with district leaders to provide every student a quality education.

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- A trustee is an elected member of a local school board who helps govern a public school district.

- Trustees represent community interests and are responsible for setting policies that guide how the school district operates.

- The board of trustees hires and evaluates the superintendent, who manages the day-to-day operations of the district.

- Trustees approve the district’s budget, monitor spending, and may set the local tax rate or call for bond elections to fund schools.

- The board also oversees educational programs, district goals, and overall performance.

- In Texas, trustees are elected to four-year terms, often on a rotating basis, so not all seats are elected at the same time.

- Trustees serve without financial compensation.

An official who sets policy for a local school district. 