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Multilingual Services
Student Populations and Education Programs
Multilingual services include several student populations and education programs. The student population includes: Emergent Bilingual students, English Learner students, Migrant students, Dual Language Immersion students, and Languages Other than English (LOTE) students. The programs include: bilingual education, English as a Second Language (ESL) education, Languages Other than English (LOTE) education, Dual Language Immersion (DLI) education, and Migrant education.
Department Staff
The services are directed, coordinated, and provided by five staff members, including a Director of Multilingual Services, a Bilingual Education Specialist, an ESL Coordinator, a Language Proficiency Assessment Committee Specialist, and a Family Liaison. Please click on the following titles to see more information about each staff member.
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Dr. Monica Valadez
Monica Valadez received the value of service to others from a very early age. Both her parents were Mexican nationals, and she herself was born in Guanajuato, Mexico. Growing up in Central Texas and attending public schools in the United States, both afforded her the opportunity for an education at multiple levels, and the motivation to work in the service of students and families that faced many of the same barriers that she and her family experienced: language, culture, and isolation.
Valadez began her teaching career at Hernandez Elementary in Austin ISD and served as a teacher for 10 years, split between 1st grade and 4th grade. She earned her Masters in Educational Leadership in 2008 and her Doctorate in School Leadership in 2012 from Texas State University. In 2013, after working at UT Austin with Proyecto Maestría, and several years away from PK-12 schools, she accepted the position of Assistant Principal at De Zavala Elementary in SMCISD. Returning to her roots was a welcomed homecoming. She has gone on to serve SMCISD as a Community Liaison and a director of bilingual education.
The education she received from her parents and the formal education she received in public schools have provided her with the opportunity to serve students and families for over 20 years. Valadez continues to serve alongside many powerful warriors in public education, to highlight the stories, brilliance, and wisdom of our community's children, youth, and families.
Currently, she serves as Director of Multilingual Services and Community Engagement, directing services for several language programs, including Dual Language Immersion, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Languages Other Than English (LOTE). She also supports in the areas of student services, including Homeless Education, Migrant Education, Foster Care Education, and Military Connected, as well as family and community engagement.
Phone: 512-393-6721
Email: monica.valadez@smcisd.net
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Mrs. Saskia Medrano De Hoyos
Bio soon to come...
Phone: 512-393-6715
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Mrs. Sonja Villalobos
Sonja Gonzales Villalobos is a second-generation Texan with deep family roots in Mexico. She attended public schools in Luling and Lockhart, Texas, experiences that shaped her commitment to serving diverse student communities.
She began her career in education with Lockhart ISD and later continued her professional journey with San Marcos CISD. Now entering her 21st year in education, Sonja is a dedicated lifelong learner who is passionate about student growth and academic success.
Throughout her career, her previous roles have prepared and guided her to where she is today, equipping her with the skills and insight needed to support both students and educators effectively.
As a Texas LPAC Specialist, Sonja supports the identification, placement, and ongoing success of emergent bilingual students. She collaborates with educators and families to ensure compliance with state guidelines while advocating for instructional practices that promote language development, academic achievement, and equitable opportunities for all learners.
Phone: 512-757-8011
Email: sonja.villalobos@smcisd.net
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Mrs. Mary Jane Godina
Mrs. Godina serves as the Family Liaison for the Department of Multilingual Services, where she is dedicated to increasing parent and family engagement for parents and guardians of Emerging Bilingual, English Learner, and Newcomer students in grades PK–12. In her role, she fosters strong communication between home and school, supports meaningful community outreach, and provides training opportunities tailored to families of Emerging Bilingual and English Learner students and those new to the school system. She is committed to strengthening cooperative relationships that help students thrive and ensuring families have access to the resources and services needed to support their child’s academic success.
In June 2023, Mrs. Godina earned a Certificate of Completion from the Paraprofessional Virtual Institute through the Education Service Center at Region 13. A proud product of San Marcos, she attended local elementary, middle, and high schools before continuing her education at the Jacki Nell Executive School in Austin, where she earned her certification as a Legal Administrative Associate.
Born and raised in San Marcos, Ms. Godina has been actively involved in her community for nearly 40 years, including 16 years of service in education. She has been happily married to her husband, Francisco, for over 20 years, and together they are devoted supporters of their community and church. In her free time, she enjoys playing Lotería and cooking Sunday meals for family and friends — one of her most cherished traditions.
Phone: 512-393-6063
Email: mary.godina@smcisd.net
