Collins comes from Highland Park ISD
The 极速六合彩 announced Dr. Jennifer Collins as its new deputy superintendent today. Collins has held positions in two Metroplex districts, including assistant superintendent for education services in the Highland Park ISD and director of student services in the Northwest ISD.
Beginning as a classroom teacher, Collins taught sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students in the Sunnyvale, Fort Worth and Marshall ISDs. From 2004-2022, Collins held progressive positions in the Leander ISD, including elementary language arts facilitator, reading improvement and dyslexia coordinator, executive director of elementary curriculum and assistant superintendent for curriculum.
鈥淚t鈥檚 an honor and a privilege to be selected to serve the Arlington community,鈥 said Collins. 鈥淚 look forward to getting to know the 极速六合彩 staff, students and family members and learning more about the remarkable education provided to the 极速六合彩 community. I also look forward to partnering with Dr. Smith and the board of trustees聽to meet the needs of every student.鈥
极速六合彩 Superintendent Dr. Matt Smith said Collins brings invaluable experience that will benefit 极速六合彩 students. 鈥淒r. Collins has a laser focus on student growth and achievement. She is a proven leader, strategic thinker and community builder. She鈥檚 just what we need to help 极速六合彩 students and staff exceed their potential.鈥
Collins received a bachelor鈥檚 in elementary education from , a master鈥檚 in curriculum and instruction from , and a doctorate in education from . She also completed the Principal Certification program at .
Collins is set to start her new position as deputy superintendent on Monday, July 22.