Dr. Adrian Bustillos
Superintendent of the San Antonio
Dr. Adrian Bustillos serves as Superintendent of the San Antonio Independent School District, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in public education and educational leadership. Before joining SAISD, he served as Chief Transformation Officer for Aldine ISD, leading innovative school improvement initiatives to increase student achievement. He began his career as a science teacher in El Paso ISD and has held numerous campus and district leadership roles. Dr. Bustillos earned a bachelor's degree in Biological Science from The University of Texas at El Paso, a master's degree in School Leadership, and a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction from New Mexico State University. He is committed to fostering innovation, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Dr. Marla Sheppard
Longview ISD
Dr. Marla Sheppard was chosen to lead Longview ISD in 2024, after serving in various educational leadership roles in Houston ISD, Fort Bend ISD, Kansas City Public Schools, and KIPP Texas Public Schools. She began her career as a math and science teacher and has served as an assistant principal, middle and high school principal, and assistant superintendent. Dr. Sheppard holds a B.S. in biomedical science from Texas A&M University and both an M.Ed. and Ed.D. from the University of Houston.