English Department

English Department

Department Chair: Julia Mailloux-Huberdeau

julia MaillouxJulia Mailloux-Huberdeau

julia.mailloux-huberdeau@austinisd.org

512-414-8600  ext. 72392  &  Google Voice # (512) 763-7701‬

Julia Mailloux-Huberdeau graduated from St. Edward’s University with bachelor’s degree in Literature and a Master’s in Education from Texas State University. She lives in Austin with her two daughters and her husband. She enjoys gardening, reading, and teaching English at Garza High School. 

Elaine Norris McGintyElaine Norris McGinty

elaine.norris@austinisd.org

512-414-8600  ext. 72412  &  Google Voice # 737-228-3344

 

McGinty was exactly the kind of student that needed Garza. Without a place like Garza, she still managed to finish her English degree at UT, albeit at thirty. She also managed to get a master's, be a decent teacher, and have a pretty great family. She loves Garza a lot.

 
 

Joel LinJoel Lin

joel.lin@austinisd.org

512-414-8600  ext. 72407  &  Google Voice # ‪(512) 827-7528

Joel Lin's journey to teaching English had an unorthodox beginning as a Computer Science major at UT Austin. During his collegiate years, he took a few life-changing trips to Cambodia to teach English at an orphanage. This altered his trajectory in life that eventually led him to the best high school he'd ever known: Garza. He enjoys reading light novels, playing board games, and helping students find and achieve their goals.

 

Molina photo  Vanessa Molina

  vanessa.molina@austinisd.org

Vanessa Molina is from Laredo, Texas and graduated from Texas A&M University with a bachelor's degree in English. She started teaching in 2015 and has loved every moment of sharing her passion of reading and writing with students

 

Lelia Cadag

Lelia Eden O. Cadag

lelia.cadag@austinisd.org

512-414-8600  ext.72394  &  Google Voice # (512) 763-7071

Leila Cadag holds a BA in English, with two decades of teaching experience under her belt. Throughout her career, she has taught a range of ELA courses, covering everything from ESL and standard ELA, to Advanced Placement courses. Ms. Cadag finds continual inspiration in her students, motivating her to persistently grow and develop, both professionally and personally. As a dedicated lifelong learner, she dreams of exploring the world, immersing herself in diverse cultures, and making a positive impact on every individual she encounters, one student at a time.

 

Courses in English

  • English I
  • English II
  • English III
  • English IV
  • Creative Writing ​
  • Communication Application