Principal's Message

It is my honor and privilege to welcome you to another incredible year here at Rafael Cantu Junior High, home of the mighty Cavaliers! Whether you're returning or joining us for the first time, I want to personally thank you for being part of our vibrant school community.

Here at Rafael Cantu, we don’t just focus on academics — we strive to build character, inspire leadership, and create a culture of respect and responsibility. Our students are held to high expectations, and we believe that every one of them has the potential to grow, lead, and succeed.

We are proud to serve the Mission, Texas community — a place rich in culture, pride, and tradition. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to ensure our students are supported, challenged, and encouraged every step of the way. We offer a wide variety of programs, clubs, and extracurricular activities so that every student has the opportunity to find their passion and develop their strengths.

Welcome to Rafael Cantu Junior High!
As Assistant Principal, I am honored to serve our students, families, and staff. At RCJH, we are committed to providing a safe, supportive, and academically challenging environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. We believe in building strong relationships and fostering a culture of respect, responsibility, and excellence. Together, we will encourage our Cavaliers to learn, grow, and reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom. I look forward to working side by side with our community to make this school year one filled with achievement, growth, and pride.

– Azucena Garza, Assistant Principal

¡Bienvenidos a Rafael Cantu Junior High!
Como Subdirectora, es un honor servir a nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal. En RCJH, estamos comprometidos a brindar un ambiente seguro, solidario y académicamente exigente donde cada estudiante tenga la oportunidad de alcanzar el éxito. Creemos en la importancia de construir relaciones sólidas y fomentar una cultura de respeto, responsabilidad y excelencia. Juntos, motivaremos a nuestros Cavaliers a aprender, crecer y alcanzar su máximo potencial tanto dentro como fuera del salón de clases. Espero trabajar de la mano con nuestra comunidad para que este año escolar esté lleno de logros, crecimiento y orgullo.

– Azucena Garza, Subdirectora

Welcome to Rafael Cantu Junior High!
It is a privilege to serve as Assistant Principal at RCJH. My goal is to support our students in developing the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed both academically and personally. At our campus, we emphasize teamwork, perseverance, and school pride so that every student feels valued and prepared for future challenges. I look forward to working alongside our families and staff to make this year one of growth, opportunity, and success for all Cavaliers.

– James Trey Wilkins, Assistant Principal