Orchestra Director
jrgonzalez@prosper-isd.netMr. Gonzalez is a graduate of the University of North Texas, where he earned both his Bachelors and Masters degree in Music Education. Prior to joining Prosper ISD, Mr. Gonzalez worked as a multi-role music teacher at Molina High School in Dallas ISD. Mr. Gonzalez is in his 8th year teaching and 5th year at Lorene Rogers Middle School. Under his direction, the Rogers Middle School Orchestra receives consistent Superior ratings at the Texas UIL Concert and Sight-Reading contest, and has received national recognition from multiple organizations.
Mr. Gonzalez is a classically-trained trumpet player and double-bass player. He is an active musician, and continues to perform locally in a variety of ensembles. When he is not teaching, Mr. Gonzalez loves rock climbing, learning about and working with technology, and enjoys outdoor and sporty activities. He lives in Little Elm with his wife, two children, and their dog.