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The Permian Basin’s greatest resource: Students and their educators

Early indicators show Holdsworth’s partnership with schools in the Permian Basin region is making a positive difference for educators and students.

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55 district leaders graduate from Holdsworth


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Education should inspire “living passion” in students


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Video: Superintendents go from surviving to thriving


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Students and teachers flourish under new leadership architecture in Lockhart ISD


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The Fabric of Leadership: 2024 Impact Report


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Beyond Impossible

The role of the superintendent has always been challenging. But something in the past decade has shifted it to something that can feel almost impossible. Learn more in an article by Dr. Lindsay Whorton.

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David Robinson is pictured speaking at a Holdsworth Center Place the Ladder event at the Campus on Lake Austin.
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David Robinson’s advice for aspiring leaders

For our “Place the Ladder” conversation series, we talked with Spurs leaders and legends, including David Robinson.

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A photo of Admiral William McRaven, a retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral and former University of Texas System chancellor.
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Four key insights from Admiral William McRaven

For our “Place the Ladder” conversation series, we interviewed Admiral William McRaven, a retired U.S. Navy four-star admiral and former University of Texas System chancellor.

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Holdsworth President Lindsay Whorton speaks with marketing guru Roy Spence and venture capitalist Ted Dintersmith about reimagining school.
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Reimagining education for an AI future

A photo of teachers gathered at the 2024 Teacher Retreat hosted by The Holdsworth Center at the Campus on Lake Austin.
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Filling teachers’ cups with a weekend retreat

Dr. Angel Rivera of Mesquite ISD.
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A Tough Transition

Dr. Lindsay Whorton, president of The Holdsworth Center, interviewed Dr. David Yeager, a researcher focused on what works for mentors leading young people.
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Leading with a mentor mindset

Patty Willis, principal of Garcia-Leza Primary in Aldine ISD.
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Teachers and leaders join forces to boost student reading skills

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Superintendents need support for a high-stakes role

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October 17, 2024
Leadership program helping MISD cultivate dynamic leaders, efficient schools
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August 29, 2024
Relaxing retreat celebrates, honors North Texas teachers
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August 13, 2024
What most people get wrong about the superintendent’s job
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