MARLIN, Texas — Marlin ISD Superintendent Dr. Darryl Henson has been named one of the top five finalists for the Texas Superintendent of the Year award by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB).
“The Superintendent of the Year program was specifically designed to showcase the outstanding work happening in school districts from across the state to highlight the power of excellent and transformative leadership in public education,” said TASB Executive Director Dan Troxell.
Henson has been the superintendent of Marlin ISD since 2020 and has 18 years of experience in education. He previously worked in Cedar Hill and Houston ISDs.
Candidates were evaluated based on their work in improving student outcomes, fiscal management, advocacy and their ongoing commitment to education innovation, improvement and leadership.
Other finalists include:
- Gonzalo Salazar, Los Fresnos CISD
- Nicole Poenitzsch, Bellville ISD
- Brad Owen, Burkburnett ISD
- Kimberley Cantu, Mansfield ISD
The five finalists will go to the next stage of competition at txEDCON24 in San Antonio, with the winner being announced on Saturday, Sep. 28.
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