Administration

Phil Jackson

Principal

Phone (210) 619-4204
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Phil Jackson recalls the voluminous amount of job offers upon graduation from college with a degree in marketing. “I was offered nine jobs out of college,” Jackson said. “But all of them were commission-based sales, and I didn’t want to live on commission.”

Jackson, now in his second year as principal at Laura Ingalls Wilder Intermediate School, currently earns his commissions in education, sometimes years after putting in the work. In one instance, a former student dropped by the campus where he worked as assistant principal, and personally invited him to attend his forthcoming high school graduation. “He told me I was the only person that truly believed in him so he wanted to personally thank me and give me the announcement that he did it.”

That belief and encouragement carries over to Jackson’s role as leader at Wilder, where he strives to ensure efficient operations, high-quality learning, and foster a positive campus culture. “I love the interactions with students, and love seeing teachers grow and become leaders themselves,” Jackson said.

Jackson obtained his Bachelor’s degree from UTSA, and a Master’s in Educational Leadership from UT-Permian Basin. His career in education began as a junior high math teacher and included stints as an elementary school math specialist, junior math department chair, and assistant principal for twelve years before being named principal at Wilder in 2021.

Jackson is married to Heather and they are raising three sons: Kade, a senior at Byron P. Steele High School, Carter, who is a freshman at Steele HS, and Cole, who is currently a sixth-grader at Schlather Intermediate School.

Mrs. Jennifer Keller

Assistant Principal (6th Grade)

Phone (210) 619-4209
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With over 20 + years of educational experience, Mrs. Keller, has proudly served in SCUCISD since 2002, working across multiple campuses in a variety of roles. As a graduate of Samuel Clemens High School, SCUCISD has always been home to Mrs. Keller. She has taught multiple grade levels, including kindergarten and second grade, and currently serves as the Assistant Principal at Wilder Intermediate. She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Texas State University and her Master’s Degree from Trinity University.

Outside of school, she enjoys spending time outdoors and relaxing at the beach. She is married to her high school sweetheart, and they are raising their two boys in the same community where they grew up.

Mrs. Andrea Silva

Assistant Principal (5th Grade)

Phone: 210-619-4202
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Mrs. Silva has dedicated 19 years to education, starting as a teacher of 7th and 8th Grade Science and Social Studies. In 2016-17, she became Assistant Principal at Dobie Jr High School, where her leadership and commitment to fostering a positive environment helped students and teachers achieve their goals. She built strong, supportive relationships and created a nurturing atmosphere for everyone.

In 2023-24, Mrs. Silva joined the Wilder Intermediate family, bringing her experience and passion for education. She appreciates the wonderful staff, students, and families at SCUC and feels honored to be part of such a vibrant community.