With the state-mandated waiting period expired, the Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees on Thursday officially hired Todd Washburn as superintendent of schools. Washburn, who most recently served as associate superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment at Eanes ISD, was named lone finalist for the position on Oct. 30, He will begin his new role leading DSISD’s seven campuses immediately.
“I am honored and humbled to be selected to serve as the next superintendent of Dripping Springs ISD,” Washburn said. “I look forward to building relationships with students, staff, parents and community members as we continue to provide a personal and exceptional education for every learner."
Board President Carrie Kroll praised Washburn’s “visible love for public education and a heart for students … “I think our community will find his excitement for learning refreshing and his passion invigorating. We look forward to welcoming him into the Tiger family."