Dr. Henrie is Superintendent of Schools for the Mesquite Independent School District. She has served the Mesquite Independent School District for over 30 years. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree from Stephen F. Austin University, Master of Business Education from the University of North Texas, and Doctorate in Educational Administration from Texas A & M - Commerce.
Dr. Henrie's professional affiliations include Texas ASCD, Texas Elementary Principals Association, Texas Association of School Administrators, and Texas Staff Development Council. She serves on numerous educational committees and has implemented many educational programs. Her community activities include Mesquite Chamber of Commerce, Youth Services Advisory Committee, Historic Mesquite , Inc., and Shiloh Terrance Baptist Church.

Wright L. Lassiter, Jr. is Chancellor for Dallas County Community College Distreict. He began his career in higher education when he was appointed as an Instructor of Business at AIcorn State University immediately upon his graduation from that college. In May 2006 he was elected the Interim Chancellor of the Dallas County Community College, thus becoming the first African American chancellor.
Wright has authored a series of monographs, anthologies of speeches, essays and sermons. He has published seven books. He served as the co-author of two monographs published by the American Association of Community Colleges.
Mr. Lassiter holds degrees from Alcorn State University (Bachelor of Science, magna aim laude); Indiana University (MBA with high honors); and Auburn University (doctorate in educational administration and finance). He earned a theological doctorate and was awarded the honorary Doctor of Humanities degree by Dallas Baptist University.

Chris Skipper

Region X Education Service Center

Chris Skipper is a lifelong educator with extensive experience in criminal justice.  He is currently serving as a consultant to the Region X Educational Service Center.  Chris worked for the Texas Youth Commission serving as a Principal for over six years.  He is a certified Principal and maintains additional certifications in education.  He holds a Masters in Education Administration from the University of North Texas and a BS in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State.  Prior to education, Chris worked in criminal justice for the Dallas County Community Corrections, Denton County Court Services, and the 25th Judicial District Probation agencies.  He is a former consulting board member of the North Texas Foster Grandparent Program and a former member of Texas Corrections Association and Texas Probation Association.

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Private Sector

Education and Adult Basic/Continuing Education

Community-Based Organizations/Organized Labor, including Child Care

Economic Development, Employment Services, Literacy, Texas Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation

 

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