Campus Information
Year Open:
Bond Year:
School Mascot: Rattlers
School colors: Maroon, White
Mission Statement:
Raba Elementary School Mission
At Raba, We Are Committed to Transforming the Learning Experience for ALL Students.
Raba Elementary School Vision
Every day, every student grows in confidence, curiosity, and capability in a diverse and multicultural society.
I hold a Master’s in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor’s in Special Education. My journey in education has been guided by a deep passion for helping students achieve their full potential and creating a school environment where every child feels valued.
At home, I am blessed to share my life with my amazing wife, who also serves in NISD, and our three wonderful children who keep us on our toes. Being a part of a family that’s dedicated to education drives my commitment to building strong partnerships with families and ensuring the success of every student at Raba.
Parents and community volunteers, we welcome and encourage your involvement and participation in our school. As always, please feel free to contact me with any questions, concerns, or suggestions.
Go Rattlers!
The Associate Principal also serves as the Campus Behavior Coordinator. They can be reached by email at leticia.zabava@nisd.net or by phone at 210-397-1365.
My name is Leticia Zabava, and I am both grateful and excited to join the Raba Family as the new Associate Principal. Before coming to Raba, I had the privilege of working at Pre-K 4 SA, where I served as a Professional Development Coach, Assistant Director, and Inclusion Specialist. Prior to that, I began my teaching career in NISD, where I taught Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd grades at Knowlton and Scobee. It’s been truly wonderful to return to NISD, a district I deeply admire.
I earned my Bachelor’s in Interdisciplinary Reading, along with my Master’s in Reading and Master’s in Educational Leadership, all from St. Mary’s University (Go Rattlers!). I am passionate about the belief that every child can learn when they are supported and nurtured. That’s why I am so proud to be a Raba Rattler, as it’s evident that here, children are embraced by our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire community.
I strongly believe in the power of collaboration, and I know that when we come together, we can drive positive change and growth that will benefit our students. I look forward to working closely with each student and family, and I want you to know that I am here to support you and your child every step of the way on their educational journey.
On a personal note, I am married with four children and four dogs. My two oldest sons graduated from Brandeis High School and my two youngest are currently attending NISD schools.
I’m eager to continue building relationships within this amazing community and to contribute to the exciting things happening at Raba!