Mrs. Patsy Sanchez, Principal

Hello! I am Patsy Sanchez, Principal of Big Spring Intermediate. Welcome to our BSI family!

I have had the honor of serving as principal since 2013. Prior to becoming an administrator, I taught 6th grade for 17 years. Receiving a college education had always been a dream of mine. I waited until both of my children were in school before beginning my educational journey.

I attended Howard College, where I earned my Associate of Arts and Science degree. I then went on to earn a bachelor's degree in History from the University of Texas Permian Basin and later a master's degree from Sul Ross State University.

I take great pride in being part of such an outstanding district. My children, Amanda and Jared, are both graduates of Big Spring High School, as is my godson, Nic. My daughter has worked in the district for many years and currently serves as the Administrative Secretary at the high school. My son-in-law also serves on the school board. My one and only grandchild, Amelia, is now a sophomore at Big Spring High School. She keeps our family busy with her involvement in varsity cheer, basketball, and the Pride Drive Drumline.

I am extremely grateful for the educational opportunities BSISD has provided for my family. In my opinion, there is nothing more rewarding than being part of the positive impact education has on children. Some of my most rewarding moments occur when former students return to visit and share their accomplishments.

As a principal, I do miss the classroom. However, you will rarely find me sitting in my office. I make it a priority to be visible throughout the building, ensuring our students know I am present and invested in their success. While I may no longer teach in a traditional classroom, I still have the opportunity to teach, encourage, and inspire students to do their very best academically, socially, and emotionally—just on a much larger scale.

At BSI, we have worked hard to create a family culture that includes our faculty, students, and parents. I am truly blessed to work alongside an amazing and supportive staff who genuinely love children and are dedicated to helping them succeed.

I have proudly been a member of STEER NATION since 1998, and I truly love what I do.

"Find something you love to do and you'll never have to work a day in your life."

Mrs. Casandra De La Cruz, Assistant Principal

I have lived in Big Spring my whole life. I attended Washington Elementary, Goliad Middle School (the current BSI), Runnels Junior High, and Big Spring High School. My four children, Johnny, Ariah, Joshua, and Alysandra, all went through Big Spring schools as well. My granddaughter, Nadya, will hopefully get to attend soon also. In 2003, I started my college journey at Howard College where I earned my Associate's Degree in Child and Family Development. I went on to achieve my Bachelor's in English Literature at Grand Canyon University, a Master's in English Literature from National University, and a Master's in Special Education from UTPB. My career at BSISD started with my role as a substitute teacher and then a library aid. Once I received my Bachelor's, I was a 7th grade writing teacher for 6 years, an educational diagnostician for 3 years, and now an assistant principal. I thoroughly enjoy working in education, and I love being able to make a positive impact in the community that my kids and I grew up in. 

Mr. Jay Kennedy, Associate Principal

There is nothing like being a part of BSISD. This year marks my 42nd year in education. This year is also my 33rd year living and working in the Big Spring area. I came to Big Spring in 1989 and began working as a teacher and coach at Big Spring High School. I was the Defensive Coordinator in football and the Head Girls Track Coach. We were very successful in both sports and I had the pleasure of coaching some fine athletes and teams. In 2005, I moved to a neighboring school to coach and teach after a coaching change at BSHS. During that time, I became the head football coach there. I also received my Masters in Education from Lamar University and became the High School Principal in that district. In 2010, I was asked to come back as the Associate Principal to BSHS. I worked alongside a fantastic administration, faculty and student body. In 2014, I retired, but I was asked to stay in the district and help re-open Big Spring Intermediate. Since then, I have worked part time as the Associate Principal at BSI. It has truly been an honor to work with Mrs. Sanchez and some of the hardest working educators in our district. My wife, Connie, and I have both spent the majority of our educational careers at BSISD. We have enjoyed every minute of this time because of the highly professional people we have worked with, the caring parents that sent us their kids and the outstanding students we were able to teach. The greatest compliment I can give BSISD is that all three of our own kids, Taylor, Taryn and Tate, all went through BSISD. They graduated from BSHS and went to three different Universities and graduated with honors. They had wonderful teachers, coaches, administrators, and support personnel in this district that helped make them successful. Big Spring has been an outstanding place to live, work and raise our family…..GO STEERS!!!