The Alamo Colleges District Board of Trustees announced Tuesday that the District 2 trustee seat vacated by Gloria Ray is now open for applications. Ray, who resigned effective Oct. 25 after six years of service, praised the board’s commitment to student success in her resignation letter.
Application window and eligibility
Interested residents must currently live in District 2 and have resided there for at least six months before applying. Applicants also must agree to serve until the next regular trustee election in May 2028. The online application is available on the district’s website and will close at 5 p.m. on Dec. 9. Completed forms may also be mailed to the district’s elections administrator, Roxella Cavazos, at the Alamo Colleges District Center for Excellence and Student Success, 2222 N. Alamo St.
Board’s vision and Ray’s legacy
During the special meeting, Chancellor Mike Flores highlighted the district’s “Moonshot” initiative – a bold effort to eradicate poverty through education and training. He noted that Ray helped expand the original goal of “changing lives through education” to include “training,” underscoring her impact on the district’s strategic direction.
St. Philip’s College President Adena Williams Loston also honored Ray, recalling her visible dedication on campus and her unwavering passion for students. Both leaders emphasized that Ray’s influence extended beyond her home college, benefiting the entire five‑college system.
District growth and opportunity
Alamo Colleges serves a rapidly expanding student body. In 2020 the district enrolled roughly 68,000 students; this year enrollment surpassed 100,000 across San Antonio College, St. Philip’s College, Palo Alto College, Northwest Vista College, and Northeast Lakeview College. The board’s continued focus on access, excellence, and opportunity aims to sustain that growth while delivering high‑quality education and workforce training.
How to apply
Prospective trustees should submit their applications in person or by mail by the Dec. 9 deadline. The board will review all submissions and appoint a trustee to serve the remainder of the term until the May 2028 election.
The San Antonio Report partnered with Open Campus for this coverage.
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