Mr. Terry Brooks is a lifelong resident of Grand Prairie and a product of Grand Prairie schools. He attended Crockett Elementary School, Lee Middle School, and one year at Grand Prairie High School. He graduated from South Grand Prairie High School. His father and his three children also attended Grand Prairie schools, all graduates of Grand Prairie High School. His two daughters are currently pursuing careers in education.

Mr. Brooks has worked for the Vought Aircraft Division of Triumph Aerostructures as an aircraft mechanic for the past 26 years, and is a UAW representative. He is a Lifetime Member of PTA.  In his free time he enjoys spending time with his children, the lights of his life.

As the most tenured school board member with more than 25 years of service, Mr. Brooks still believes he is making a positive difference for the children, taxpayers, and employees of GPISD. He will continue to serve as long as he believes he is making a difference.