The Spring ISD Board of Trustees officially named Dr. Kregg Cuellar as Superintendent of Schools on during its regularly scheduled board meeting on Sept. 9.
Dr. Kregg Cuellar has served as Spring ISD’s Interim Superintendent for the past three months and previously as Chief of Academics & School Leadership for three years, overseeing the district’s academic programs, including curriculum and instruction, as well as the day-to-day leadership of its schools. He brings more than 20 years of experience in public education, having previously served as Deputy Superintendent at Midland ISD, where he led the Office of School Leadership, Curriculum and Instruction, Special Services, Student Programs, Research and Evaluation, and Federal Title Programs.
Dr. Cuellar began his career in education as a special education teacher assistant before becoming a classroom teacher, department leader, and later advancing into leadership roles as assistant principal, dean of students, and principal. He has vast experience working in both rural and some of the largest urban districts around the country, including Houston ISD, Baltimore County Public Schools, and Portland Public Schools, serving in executive roles such as Assistant Superintendent, Community Superintendent, Chief of Schools, Deputy Superintendent and Superintendent of Accomack County, Virginia, once considered a turnaround district.
He earned his Doctor of Education from the University of Houston in 2011, a Postgraduate Certification for Superintendent Licensure in 2009, a Master of Education from the University of Houston–Victoria in 2008, and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Houston–Victoria in 2006. Most recently, he completed his Certificate in Advanced Education Leadership from Harvard University.
As Interim Superintendent, Dr. Cuellar worked closely with district leadership to ensure a smooth transition and continued focus on student achievement and a great start of the school year.
Source: Spring ISD
