Bryan ISD’s Ginger Carrabine named 2026 Texas Superintendent of the Year

Out of five state finalists, Bryan ISD’s Superintendent Ginger Carrabine was named the 2026 Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Association of School Boards on Oct. 10. 

The details 

Carrabine, whose district is in Region 6, was selected from a group of finalists, including: 

• Region 2: Roland Hernandez, Corpus Christi ISD

• Region 4: Tory Hill, Channelview ISD

• Region 9: Casey Adams, Woodson ISD

• Region 18: Michelle Rinehart, Alpine ISD

TASB recognized Carrabine for her authenticity, humility and strong sense of purpose in public education, which are reflected in her ability to see herself in her students and her unwavering commitment to their success, according to the release.

Career history 

Carrabine has led Bryan ISD since 2022, serving more than 15,000 students. Before becoming superintendent, she served as Bryan ISD’s deputy superintendent and chief of staff from 2017 to 2022. She previously worked for Fort Bend ISD from 1999 to 2017, holding a variety of teaching and administrative positions.

She earned a master’s degree in education from the University of Houston and a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and sociology from Lamar University, the release states.

In their own words

“Let’s teach our kids, love our kids and prepare our kids for futures beyond their imagination,” Carrabine said in the release.

In Bryan ISD's announcement, the district said, "Every day, we see Ms. Carrabine’s unwavering dedication, leadership and love for Bryan ISD and the students, staff and families who make up our community. Now, the entire state of Texas gets to celebrate what we are so fortunate to witness firsthand!"