As the new superintendent for Christoval Independent School District, I am honored to welcome you back to an exciting and productive 2022-2023 school year. I want to begin by introducing myself and thanking the school board, numerous staff members, parents, and community members who have, and continue to provide me with a warm welcome since my arrival on June 1st. During the past twenty-four years, I have worked in many different capacities and engaged in countless professional development endeavors, all with the same goal in mind, to become the best leader possible. My educational experiences range from being a Superintendent, a School Board Member, a Director of Special Education/504, an Agriculture Science Teacher, a Tennis Coach, and an Elementary, Middle, and High School Principal. I believe that taken together, the sum of all of these experiences has prepared me for the unique role of being the Superintendent of Christoval ISD. I have spent a lifetime pursuing excellence in public education and I look forward to spending the next few months learning even more about our district and the community. I hope that each of you enjoyed a well-deserved, restful and relaxing summer vacation. I look forward to meeting with you and extending a special welcome to all staff members on August 10th, and students and parents on August 17th.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank our staff members and parents for the high level of dedication and commitment to supporting student learning. I did not have to look far to find examples of leadership at all levels of the organization at Christoval ISD. Administrative, clerical, and IT staff have been providing support for our teachers and administrators. The custodial, transportation, maintenance and grounds staff have worked tirelessly throughout the summer to ensure that our buildings and vehicles are clean, well maintained, and ready for students and staff. Many administrators and teachers have been engaged in professional development to prepare for supporting student learning and implementation of the curriculum. I would also like to commend our parents for continuing to work in partnership with us in order to provide the best possible learning experiences for our students throughout the year.
The start of a new school year brings with it a sense of keen anticipation of exciting future opportunities. That sense of excitement will be clearly evident in each of our schools over the next few weeks. Thank you, everyone, for providing me with a warm welcome to your district and community. I appreciate your dedication and commitment to ensuring that the return to school is a positive experience for each student, staff and parent in our district. It is an honor and privilege for me to join Christoval ISD and become a part of the Christoval Community.