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Centerville ISD Board of Trustees Names Dottie Sullivan Lone Finalist for Superintendent
The Centerville Independent School District Board of Trustees is pleased to announce Dottie Sullivan as the Lone Finalist for Superintendent of Schools following a May 25, 2026 board meeting. Mrs. Sullivan is a leader with a strong commitment to student success, community engagement, and strategic leadership. She brings 26 years of educational experience serving students, families, and school communities through a progressive leadership journey that spans the classroom, coaching, campus administration, curriculum leadership, and district executive leadership. She currently serves as Interim Superintendent at Centerville ISD, where she has led district operations, strategic planning initiatives, financial stewardship, and instructional systems.
Throughout her career, Sullivan has demonstrated a deep commitment to strengthening educational opportunities while building relationships rooted in transparency and trust.
Her leadership experience includes serving as an Assistant Superintendent/Business Manager, principal, curriculum director, classroom teacher, and a coach providing a comprehensive understanding of both instructional excellence and organizational leadership. "Dottie Sullivan has consistently demonstrated a servant-leader mindset and a steadfast commitment to Centerville ISD students, staff, and community," said Charles Nash, Centerville ISD Board President in a statement. "Her experience, leadership vision, and knowledge of our district make her exceptionally well-positioned to lead Centerville ISD into its next chapter."
As Interim Superintendent, Sullivan has overseen district operations, curriculum, finance, compliance, personnel, and strategic initiatives while helping strengthen systems that support student success and long-term district sustainability. She has also guided efforts to increase communication and community engagement while maintaining a strong focus on fiscal responsibility. Among her professional accomplishments:
• Oversight of district operations and strategic planning
• Stewardship of multimillion-dollar district budgets
• Strengthening instructional systems and academic alignment
• Building collaborative relationships among staff, students, families, and community stakeholders
• Supporting leadership development and organizational growth
• Advancing student opportunities through Career and Technical Education initiatives
Sullivan holds a Superintendent Certification from the University of Texas at Tyler, a Master of Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University, and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management. Her leadership philosophy centers on recognizing strengths, acknowledging needs, and extending opportunities—a vision reflected in her commitment to preserving Centerville ISD traditions while strategically preparing the district for the future.
Under Texas law, the Board must observe a 21-day waiting period before officially hiring the superintendent. The Board of Trustees extends its appreciation to all stakeholders who participated in and supported the superintendent search process and looks forward to continuing to serve the students and families of Centerville ISD.
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Centerville ISD Board of Trustees
Centerville Independent School District
813 South CommerceCenterville, Texas
(903) 536-7812
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