Employee Benefits
The Employee Benefits Department operates under the Director of Employee Benefits, and the Associate Superintendent for Human Resource Services. Employee Benefits strives to meet the goals set forth by our Board of Trustees and the Superintendent, through prudent stewardship of its financial resources in order to support student success.

Mission Statement
The health and well-being of our employees is a primary concern of Galena Park Independent School District. The mission of the Employee Benefits Department is to provide competitive benefits and services to our employees with courtesy, dignity, and respect while maintaining confidentiality.

Hours of Operation:
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday - Friday

Department Contacts:
Jenny Bernabe, Benefits Specialist | 832-386-1276 | jbernabe@galenaparkisd.com
Valerie Guajardo, Benefits Specialist | 832-386-1245 | vguajardo@galenaparkisd.com
Holli Sherrard, Director | 832-386-1507 | hsherrard@galenaparkisd.com
Department Email: benefits@galenaparkisd.com
Department Fax: 832-386-1449

Mailing Address:
Galena Park Indepdendent School District
Employee Benefits Department
14705 Woodforest Blvd 
Houston, TX  77015

We understand the COVID-19 pandemic has had a major impact on our daily lives. Many of you may be working from home or choosing to social distance. No matter your current situation, we are here to assist with your benefits needs. We are in this together. Please review the many resources available to assist you with benefits.

Effective September 1, 2020 TRS-ActiveCare Medical will be administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas.



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Review all of the benefits in the 2020-2021 GPISD Benefits Book