Ms. Alicia Nunez is a graduate of the GREATEST University in the heart of Texas, Texas Southern University where she received her bachelors of science in education. Ms. Nunez is currently working on her master’s degree in counseling where she will be receiving her LPC (licensed professional counseling) degree in May 2008. Ms. Nunez enjoys writing in her spare time. She taught 3rd grade in HISD for two years before being honored with the privilege of becoming part of the faculty and staff of Ryan Middle School as the counselor. Ms. Nunez is very excited about the new journey she has been blessed to take and look forward to racing towards becoming RECOGNIZED!

Alvenus Franklin was born and raised in Houston, TX. She completed her undergraduate at Texas A & M University in College Station, TX and completed her Masters at Prairie View A & M University. Alvenus is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.-Houston Alumnae Chapter.  She attends Lakewood Church and her hobbies include coaching basketball and volunteering at her church. 
                                            
Ms. Franklin is the 6th, 7th, and 8th grade Assistant Principal.  She taught fifth grade in HISD for six years before she moved to Blackshear, as the Instructional Coordinator/Literacy Coach.  She enjoys working with the staff at Ryan and ensuring that the students achieve and become successful life long learners.  Ms. Franklin is excited about achieving Ryan’s goals and "Getting Ryanized and Energized to become Recognized!"

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