The Program invites a small cohort of new superintendents to receive intensive training from veteran superintendents and experts in public education.

BOERNE, TX - Boerne ISD Superintendent Kristin Craft, Ed.D., has completed the Holdsworth Center’s highly competitive 18-month Superintendent Leadership Program.

The Holdsworth Center, founded by H-E-B Chairman Charles Butt, is dedicated to strengthening public education across the state of Texas. The Superintendent Leadership Program invites a small cohort of new superintendents to receive intensive training from veteran superintendents and experts in public education.

Dr. Craft was one of only 10 superintendents selected to participate. She has spent the past 18 months collaborating, learning, and engaging with experts and mentors who can help her lead our district and influence long-term success.

Board President Kristi Schmidt shared, “The Holdsworth Center is widely known as a leader in public education, and we’re so proud of Dr. Craft for being selected for this opportunity. It’s been amazing to join her on this journey and learn more about her as a visionary leader. We’ve witnessed her leadership during the recent election, and on a daily basis as she takes our district to new heights. We expect great things from her moving forward.”

Members of the Board of Trustees were invited to join her for personalized, in-depth training at Holdsworth. The School Board Institute prepares Boards to work together more fluidly and to put stakeholder needs at the forefront of their efforts. Members of the board have been invited to participate in the next installment of this institute in the spring. Their continued involvement with the Holdsworth Center helps to position Boerne ISD as a leading district in the state.

Dr. Craft’s leadership team was also invited to a retreat in June 2025 at the Holdsworth Center. The team was challenged to re-envision their approach to their work, and came away with renewed focus and opportunities for stronger collaboration.

Dr. Craft shared, “I am so grateful to the Holdsworth Center for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It was incredible to learn alongside other superintendents who put students and staff at the center of every decision they make. Holdsworth provides a unique perspective on the work we do, and I am honored to have been part of this program.”

Under Dr. Craft’s leadership, the district passed its first-ever voter-approved tax ratification election, achieved its 5th and 6th straight A-ratings from TEA, started the P-TECH Health Sciences pathway, and reached 99% graduation and 95% CCMR rate.

Boerne ISD is proud to call Dr. Craft our superintendent, and looks forward to seeing where her visionary, people-centered leadership takes us in the future.

About Boerne ISD: Boerne ISD is one of only 31 districts in the state to achieve 6 straight A-ratings from the Texas Education Agency. Boerne ISD is a top-rated public school district serving more than 11,180 students across Kendall, Comal, and Bexar counties. With a reputation for academic excellence, innovative programs, and community involvement, Boerne ISD is committed to empowering all students to reach their full potential.

For media inquiries, please contact:
Maggie Dominguez, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Communications
Phone: 830-357-2170
Email: maggie.dominguez@boerneisd.net