We offer world-class leadership programs unparalleled in the field
Through rigorous, long-term programs and coaching experiences, we equip superintendents, administrators, principals, assistant principals and teachers with the skills they need to make lasting improvements.
About usA strong principal in every school, a strong superintendent at the helm of every district
This is our vision. Strong leadership is essential to ensure Texas' 5.4 million students — 10 percent of the nation's public-school students — access a great education. With exceptional leaders in place, teachers are more likely to stay in the profession, and students achieve more.
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The challenge we are solving
We know too many kids are missing out on a great education. Yet, there is little appetite to invest in growing the skills, ingenuity and effectiveness of the professionals in Texas’ 1,200 school districts. Through our programs, we see higher retention rates, improved student outcomes and a growing number of educators who are ready to lead.
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Strong leaders make a difference for students
Thanks to our generous supporters, Holdsworth has served more than 1,900 leaders in 89 school districts since 2017. But in a state as big as Texas, there is more work to do. Learn how you can help.
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Impact
The Fabric of Leadership: 2024 Impact Report
Great leaders are like master weavers who knit together diverse people, ideas and strengths. We’re proud to lift up Holdsworth alumni who are inspiring strong teams to create smarter systems for better student outcomes.
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Impact
The Fabric of Leadership: 2024 Impact Report
Great leaders are like master weavers who knit together diverse people, ideas and strengths. We’re proud to lift up Holdsworth alumni who are inspiring strong teams to create smarter systems for better student outcomes.
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Insight
Reimagining education for an AI future
For our Place the Ladder series, Holdsworth President Lindsay Whorton spoke with marketing guru Roy Spence and venture capitalist Ted Dintersmith about reimagining school.
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Impact
Filling teachers’ cups with a weekend retreat
More than 130 teachers from the Dallas-Fort Worth area came to Holdsworth for a weekend of wellness.
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