Rhonda Mason named as Alvin ISD superintendent

Although she has served in large school systems throughout her career, Mason said growing up in the close-knit town of Coldspring, Texas, shaped her values.

“Growing up in a small town taught me the importance of knowing your neighbors, investing in your community, and never losing sight of the people you serve,” Mason said in the release.

The background

The board approved Nelson’s retirement at its Feb. 10 meeting, as previously reported by Community Impact.

The district gathered community input through a public questionnaire and a public meeting March 5 before interviewing candidates April 7-15 as part of a search that reviewed 42 applicants.

Mason was named the sole finalist April 21 in a 5-2 board vote, with trustees Humbird and Harris voting against the selection, as previously reported by Community Impact.