Supporting Superintendents

A great superintendent influences the success of every teacher, staff member and student in a district.

Texas needs more high-quality programs to prepare and support superintendents in a very tough job. 

Since launching the Superintendent Leadership Program in 2021, Holdsworth has supported 34 superintendents in the most difficult, high-stakes aspects of the job.

As educators, we are not taught leadership. We’re taught education. Holdsworth teaches us how to lead an organization.
Paula Patterson, Superintendent, Crosby ISD
As educators, we are not taught leadership. We’re taught education. Holdsworth teaches us how to lead an organization.
Paula Patterson, Superintendent, Crosby ISD

SUPERINTENDENT IMPACT SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Kathy Rollo

Lubbock ISD

A superintendent navigates challenges to do right by kids

When Superintendent Kathy Rollo came to Holdsworth, she knew things in Lubbock ISD were about to get tough. A beloved elementary school needed to close, and explaining her decision to the community would be difficult. She needed four crucial elements – learning, practice, coaching and support. At Holdsworth, that’s exactly what she got.

I don't know how I would've gotten through some of the challenges I faced without support from Holdsworth. It's not a job where you get in the seat and automatically know everything. Things are always evolving. Superintendents must continue to invest in their own learning.
Dr. Kathy Rollo, Superintendent, Lubbock ISD

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