Mission
EL Saber Enterprises' mission is to improve instruction for English language learners (ELLs) by providing research-based professional development to administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, and parents. We believe that with our experience with this culturally diverse population, we can empower educators to maximize the learning of their ELLs by implementing the research-based strategies and techniques presented at our seminars.

The professional development will provide educators with strategies and techniques that have been implemented with success in the classroom. Our presenters are selected for their experience and success in working with English language learners. Each presenter has years of experience and has spent time researching and implementing the techniques presented. Seminars will not only address the research but also bridge the research with practical day-to-day teaching. Every event is planned to assist teachers to maximize their professional growth. It is our goal that what is gained at one of our events will directly impact student achievement.

Tonie Garza
Co-founder
Tonie began her career in 1982 as a first grade Bilingual/ESL teacher at Gregory-Portland ISD. Since then, she has accumulated over 30 years of experience with ELLs, 10 years of which were spent at the Irving ISD in Irving, Texas as a director of Bilingual/ESL/Migrant/LOTE Education Programs. Tonie has served nearly 20 different school districts nationwide, working to improve instruction for English language learners. Texas-native and mother of four, Tonie has dedicated more than just her career to ELL education. She is an active member of five organizations that are committed to upholding the standards of education, including the Texas Association of Bilingual Education (TABE) and the Association of Supervisors and Curriculum Development (ASCD).

Nora J. Fabela
Co-founder
Nora began her career in 1992 as a fourth grade Bilingual/ESL teacher at Ector County ISD. Throughout the years, she has worked with students, teachers, and administrators at different capacities. Nora's entire educational career has been dedicated to improve instruction for English language learners. After six years with EL Saber, Nora has worked with districts across the state addressing the needs of this population. As a mother of three, coordinator of the bilingual/ESL language program at Birdville ISD and a member of organizations that are committed to upholding the standards of education, Nora continues to work towards excellence for all language learners.