Episode 15 Dr. Eric Wright (Superintendent Hays CISD)

Meet Dr. Wright, Superintendent Hays CISD. Dr. Wright became the superintendent on January 1, 2018.  He began his career as a classroom teacher and coach in 1989. Prior to becoming the superintendent at Hays CISD, Dr. Wright was the Superintendent for Fredericksburg ISD.Since 2017, Hays CISD has grown from approximately 19,900 students to approximately 24,200. By 2035, Hays CISD is forecasted to have nearly 35,000 students.Dr. Wright is tasked with managing this growth. Hays CISD is the largest employer in the area that includes 25 campuses with more scheduled/ projected to be built. Hear about future growth plans.Dr. Wright has spent almost 50% of his professional career as a superintendent. His father and grandfather were both superintendents. He grew up in East Texas and attending Stephen F Austin where he received his undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees.Enjoy getting to know Dr. Wright.