Christopher Silva is beginning his second year as the Head Band Director at Jackson Middle School. Prior to working at Jackson, Mr. Silva worked in Southwest ISD at McNair Middle School and Resnik Middle School. He started his career as the director of bands at Somerset Junior High in Somerset ISD.

Mr. Silva is a graduate of the University of Texas San Antonio, with a degree in Music Education and a certificate in Tuba Performance. While at UTSA he played in numerous ensembles including the UTSA Wind Ensemble, the inaugural season of the Spirit of San Antonio marching band, and was a founding member of the UTSA Student Brass Quintet. Professionally, he has served as the Middle School Region Coordinator of Region XI and has been the Guest Conductor for the UTSA Summer Band Institute.

Mr. Silva's profesional affiliations include TBA, TMEA, and Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. While not at work, Mr. Silva is an active performer and conductor of the Pride of San Antonio Showband. He is also an active musician in the Mariachi community, playing trumpet with Mariachi Alma Del Sol. He also enjoys relaxing at home with his wife and son.

Gabriel Ramos is entering his first year as the Assistant Band Director at Jackson Middle School. Prior to working at Jackson, he was Director of Bands at Rhodes Middle School in San Antonio ISD where he achieved numerous Sweepstakes awards throughout his time. 

Mr. Ramos is a graduate from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas where he earned his Bachelor of Music in Music Education with a minor in All-Level Certification. During his time at UIW, held numerous leadership positions and teaching assignments while studying under Dr. Brett A Richardson, Mrs. Kathleen Jones, Dr. Ara Koh and Mr. William Gokelman. He is also a native of San Antonio and was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School. 

Clarinet is his primary instrument although he is passionate for ALL band instruments. Outside of school, he enjoy cooking and car care. He is also an active musician with the Heart of Texas Concert Band where he has played since 2018.