The Holdsworth Center

Are you ready to lead? The Aspiring Superintendent Leadership Program is for cabinet-level leaders who: ✔ Have a track record of district-level success ✔ Plan to pursue a superintendency within 1–3 years ✔ Are ready to tackle the challenges of leading a district If this sounds like you, talk to your superintendent about nominating you for ASLP. holdsworthcenter.org/aslp

Congratulations to Holdsworth's founding board chair, Dr. Ruth Simmons, for being honored as Officer of the French National Order of the Legion of Honor. The highest decoration bestowed by the French government! https://bit.ly/3FxUphO

When the stakes are high and challenges abound, Texas public educators don’t give up. They get to work making schools better for all students. Elizabeth Minto-Bauer, Principal in Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District, is a Holdsworth Champion of Hope. Watch to see why: https://lnkd.in/gCkuCQC8

Need a moment of calm? 🌿✨ Take 90 seconds to soak in the peaceful sights and sounds of the Campus on Lake Austin. Breathe, relax, and let us know how it made you feel. (Sound on 🔊) Across the nation, there's nothing like the Campus on Lake Austin, a dedicated space for educators to learn, grow, reflect and collaborate. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eUd-iGm

Leadership is about creating a vision for positive change and empowering others to achieve it. Learn more about the program shaping the next generation of Texas superintendents. holdsworthcenter.org/aslp

The excitement continues! Last week, 150 DFW teachers found out they’re headed to the Holdsworth Teacher Retreat next month! 🎉 Out of nearly 2,000 nominees, these teachers will enjoy a weekend of rest, connection & appreciation. Want to help make future retreats possible? Visit teacherretreat.org.

When the stakes are high and challenges abound, Texas public educators don’t give up. They show up and get to work making schools better for all students. We are proud to celebrate Dr. Bobby Ott, Superintendent of Temple ISD, as one of our 2025 Champions of Hope. Watch his story and get notified about the other Champions at holdsworthcenter.org/hope. “I want to work where I can make a real difference for kids who need someone to believe in them. That’s what drives me every day.” – Dr. Bobby Ott

The deadline to nominate a leader for the Aspiring Superintendent Leadership Program (ASLP) is fast approaching! Nominations close March 28, and we don’t want you to miss this opportunity to support the next generation of Texas school leaders. Learn more and start a nomination at holdsworthcenter.org/aslp

Congratulations to Holdsworth Alumni Superintendent Dr. Gabe Trujillo for being named lone finalist in Grand Prairie ISD! He brings a strong track record of over 30 years of leadership in public education. #publiceducationholdsworth #leadershipmatters https://bit.ly/4iP4mFW

From leadership insights to feel-good stories about educators making a difference, we hope our storytelling made a difference for you in 2024. Just in case you missed some gems, here’s one of the 6 stories people clicked on last year.