Holdsworth Partnership

Program Details

A multi-year investment to grow stronger leaders within districts and help superintendents and central office staff build their own best-in-class systems to develop a strong bench of principals.

What People Are Saying

“Holdsworth is a game changer for kids because it empowers the adults to address problems head-on and make incredible gains for students.” – Michelle Nedd, Arlington ISD

Program Overview

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01 In the 2-year District Leadership Program, superintendents and their teams learn from some of the nation’s top leadership experts and study high-performing organizations in and outside the education sector.
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02 A team of Holdsworth consultants works within districts to help central office leaders build best-in-class systems for developing a strong bench of principals.
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03 Principals and their leadership teams embark on the 2-year Campus Leadership Program to become stronger leaders and learn tools for driving positive change for students.

Holdsworth Firsthand

Leaders say the Holdsworth Partnership has transformed their districts.


Andrea Richard
Holdsworth has drastically changed our district by providing a leadership pipeline. I was able to grow in my leadership thanks to this pipeline and commitment from my district.

Andrea Richard

Principal  /  Lamar CISD

Anitra Crisp
If you're passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and student-centered outcomes, the Holdsworth journey is for you.

Anitra Crisp

District Leader  /  Southwest ISD

Ida Perales
In our district, we’ve seen tangible improvements because of Holdsworth. There’s a newfound coherence in how we approach leadership and decision-making. We’re no longer just reacting to vacancies—we’re planning for the future by building a leadership pipeline that ensures our success long-term.

Ida Perales

District Leader  /  Irving ISD

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