Boys Ranch Independent School District

Board of Trustees

Mark Strother, President

Mr. Strother is the Executive Vice President COO at Cal Farley's. He has an Associate Degree in Construction Technology from Texas State Technical College.  At the University of Phoenix, he earned an BS degree in Business Management and a Master of Arts in Education - Diverse Learner.

Robert Marshall, Vice President

Mr. Marshall is the Vice President of Operations at Cal Farley's. He holds a M.Ed. in Counseling and Human Development from Hardin Simmons University and a B.A. in Applied Sociology from McMurry University.  He is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and a Licensed Childcare Administrator.

George Owen, Secretary

Mr. Owen is Director of Custodial services for Cal Farley's Boys Ranch.  He attended Eastern New Mexico University and Clovis Community College.

Jacque Branch

Over 27 years of experience in the asset management business, Jacque is currently a Vice president and Trust Officer in the Asset Management Division of Amarillo National Bank.  She is a graduate of West Texas State University with a BBA in Finance and is also a Certified Trust and Financial Advisor.  Jacque is a member and past President of the Amarillo Area Estate Planning Council.  She, and her husband Randy, have two children and are members of Hillside Christian Church. 

Jim Taylor

Jim has been in the youth care field since 1981 beginning as a direct youth worker at TYC in Gainesville, TX and eventually ending his career at Boys Ranch after 20 years of service in training and administration.  He earned his B.S. in English and Psychology at HSU in Arkansas and his Masters in Childcare Administration from NOVA Southeastern in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.  He and his wife, Maggie, have two wonderful daughters.