Career growth doesn’t happen in isolation. You need a coach, a mentor, and a sponsor—each playing a unique and essential role: 🔹 A coach helps you sharpen your skills. 🔹 A mentor offers perspective and experience. 🔹 A sponsor puts your name in rooms you’re not in yet.

Doing what’s best for kids does not stop, if it’s at your core, after moving from a campus position to one in central office.

That’s five (5) weeks for the non Clemson family! 😉

This is my commitment to my colleagues. Who’s with me?

My Friday mood as we welcome back our SMCISD teachers and staff!

We often ask, “What’s the worst that could happen today? But first-year principal ⁦Jessica Berry⁩ is flipping the script and asking: “What’s the BEST that could happen?” That’s the kind of mindset that transforms school culture. #PrincipalLeadership

#IronSharpensIron

Memories were made. Now go get some rest, enjoy your weekend and let’s get back together on Monday! 😉

Registration is open for our amazing Pre-K! San Marcos CISD HR Terrence M. Sanders, Ed.D. San Marcos CISD Dr. Michael Cardona Beth Tousek Cantu

Each day, I leave a little smarter—not because I have all the answers, but because I’m surrounded by colleagues who openly share their knowledge, insights, and experiences. “The smartest person in the room is never smarter than the room itself.” – John C. Maxwell

One of our key shifts this year is moving from simply planning lessons to truly internalizing them. That means knowing the content deeply, anticipating student needs, and delivering instruction that sticks. It’s a powerful shift — and it leads to better outcomes for our students.

A huge transformations is happening at San Marcos CISD as we are evolving from merely planning lessons to authentically internalizing them! Terrence M. Sanders, Ed.D. Lacye Matejowsky Dr. Michael Cardona San Marcos CISD San Marcos CISD HR

This reminds us that leadership is not just about systems or strategy; it’s about relationships. While styles may vary — some leaders are bold and visionary, others quiet and servant-hearted — the common thread among the most impactful leaders is genuine care for their people.

Great example of being community-connected!

So much energy & passion for their work in that room today-it’s going to be an AMAZING year!

It’s the day after Meet the Teacher and the learning continues—DZ teachers and staff are reviewing notes, reflecting on conversations, and preparing so that the right supports are in place for students from day one.

Fire It Up Friday! Principal Mitchell at Goodnight is celebrating staff and double-checking every detail to make sure the first day of school next week is nothing short of amazing! The energy is high, the team is ready, and our students are going to feel it on day one!

Taking a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge in the Zen Den at Bonham. Because when teachers and staff care for themselves, they’re better equipped to care for their students. Pictured is the awesome principal of Bonham-Dr. Martinez!

She’s top tier and her message is always on point!

We have the BEST people!