The Holdsworth Center

08/17/2026

08/14/2026

She'd never raised her hand before until one team decided to put the spotlight on their girls in math class. Watch what happened next. 💛

08/13/2026

The best leaders aren't the loudest in the room. They're the calmest.

On Thursday, September 17, The Holdsworth Center — in partnership with the Texas Book Festival — welcomes legendary investor David Booth, founder of Dimensional Fund Advisors, to our Campus on Lake Austin for a candid conversation on leadership, staying steady under pressure, and building something that endures.

The conversation will be moderated by Robert S. Kaplan, Holdsworth board member and former president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas.

While our work centers on developing great school leaders, the lessons David shares speak to anyone who leads: founders, executives, investors, and community builders across Austin.

🗓️ Thursday, September 17 · 5–7 PM · Campus on Lake Austin
📖 Every ticket includes a copy of Booth's book, "Stay Calm"
🎟️ Tickets are limited — reserve yours: https://bit.ly/4f9McQt

08/12/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Holdsworth alum Dr. Angela Dominguez, named lone finalist for Superintendent of Edinburg CISD!

As Donna ISD's first female superintendent in 100 years, she led her district to 100% student growth, boosted kindergarten literacy from 18% to 85%, and earned 2025 Region One Superintendent of the Year. A first-gen college grad and proud Dartmouth alum, Dr. Dominguez keeps raising the bar for RGV students. So proud to celebrate this next chapter! 👏


https://theedinburgadvocate.com/2026/08/edinburg-cisd-board-names-donna-isd-superintendent-dr-angela-dominguez-as-lone-finalist-for-superintendent/

The Edinburg CISD Board of Trustees has named Dr. Angela Dominguez as the lone finalist for superintendent. Dominguez brings over 30 years of education experience, previously serving as superintendent of Donna ISD.

08/11/2026

We're asking for your vote. ☑️

Three sessions featuring Holdsworth and our partners are up for SXSW EDU 2027!
1. Whether public schools are losing the public
2. How strategic staffing models really differ &
3. What it takes to turn great ideas into real change in classrooms

Community votes help decide what makes the schedule. Voting takes about a minute, and it means a lot to the leaders behind these conversations.

Vote by Sunday, Aug. 23: https://tr.ee/qh-fvrsiIG

08/10/2026

🎓 Calling all future superintendents!

Are you pursuing a doctoral degree in educational leadership? The Johnny L. Veselka Scholarship, established by Texas Association of School Administrators, awards $2,500 to outstanding doctoral students working toward careers in educational leadership — with a special focus on the superintendency.

This scholarship honors the legacy of the late TASA Executive Director Emeritus Johnny L. Veselka, whose nearly 44 years of service shaped generations of Texas school leaders.

✅ Open to TASA member doctoral students in education
📅 Application deadline: September 8, 2026

Don't wait — invest in your leadership journey and apply today!
https://tasanet.org/awards/johnny-l-veselka-scholarship/

08/10/2026

This teacher holds worth. Starting today, anyone can nominate a Texas public school teacher for the Holdsworth Teacher Retreat. 🎉

Parents, colleagues, neighbors: if a teacher has made a difference in your life, put their name in for a chance at a free weekend of rest and recognition on the Campus on Lake Austin.

Say thank you in a way they'll never forget. Nominate a teacher → teacherretreat.org

08/07/2026

Investing in public school leaders matters!

08/06/2026

"Trust the process." 🌟

That's Cyndi Ortiz's advice—CLP grad and principal at Etheredge Elementary—for anyone hesitant about Holdsworth.

Her first reaction? "There's no way I'm putting two years into this." But after just one session, everything changed.

08/05/2026

🌟Let’s Brag on Texas Public Schools🌟

Do you know an innovative program making a real impact in a Texas school district? Texas School Business magazine wants to celebrate it!

Nominate your school or district program for the 20th Annual “Bragging Rights” issue, honoring 12 standout districts across the state.

🗓 Nominations due August 31, 2026
👉 Submit a nomination: https://texasschoolbusiness.com/bragging-rights/
🏆 Winners announced early Dec

Let’s shine a spotlight on the incredible work happening in Texas public education! ✨