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Columbus ISD

Superintendent

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District Web Site: https://www.columbusisd.org/
ESC Region: 4
Timeline:  Accepted
Community involvement sessions: Online
Application Deadline: March 18
Review of applications:  May 23
First-round interviews: March 30, April 1, and 2
Follow-up interview preparation: April 2
Second-round interviews: April 14, 15, and 16
Vote to name finalist: April 22
Vote to hire May 14

 

Mission Statement

The Mission of the District is to provide the best, expect the best, and become the best in what we do.

About Community:

Located in Southeast Texas on the Colorado River, Columbus Texas offers scenic, natural, and historic, small-town charm. It is particularly known for its large, historic oak trees, local museums, and a unique, medieval-style water tower. Columbs ISD serves families in this community.

 

2024-2025 TEXAS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE INFORMATION 

Accountability Rating: B
Total Number of Schools: 4
Total Students: 

1,625

African American: 8.2%
Hispanic: 46.3%
White: 42.3%
Others: 3.2%
Econ. Disadvantaged: 59.9%
Total FTE Staff: 225.2
Total FTE Teachers: 117.1

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND CHARACTERISTICS

  1. An effective communicator with refined interpersonal skills who is visible, willing to listen and learn, and interacts well with the staff and community.
  2. A leader with a successful record of leading and monitoring the curriculum necessary for all students and teachers to excel academically and personally.
  3. Able to work in partnership with the Board of Trustees and build a climate of candor, mutual trust, and cooperation.
  4. An experienced financial manager who understands Texas school finance, how to maximize the district’s resources and tap alternative sources of funding.
  5. Is a progressive visionary that has had proven success in implementing instructional technology and innovative strategies in today’s classroom.
  6. An effective problem solver who actively solicits input from those involved reviews the facts, makes the tough decisions and supports those decisions with resources and personal commitment.