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Houston, TX – August 28, 2025
Dr. Felicia Adams Named One of Education Insider Magazine’s Top Ten School District Superintendents of 2025
Houston, Texas — Southwest Public Schools is proud to announce that Dr. Felicia Adams, Superintendent of Southwest Public Schools, has been named one of Education Insider Magazine’s Top Ten School District Superintendents of 2025. This prestigious national recognition celebrates her innovative leadership, transformative results, and unwavering commitment to student success. (Read the feature here)
Notable Achievements Under Dr. Adams’s Leadership
Rapid Academic Growth: Within her first year as superintendent, Dr. Adams elevated the district’s state accountability rating from a “C” to a “B,” driven by strong instructional leadership, teacher excellence, and community partnerships.
District-Wide Turnaround: As a former Area Superintendent in Houston ISD, she led the Achieve 180 plan—raising 91% of struggling campuses to meet TEA standards in a single year, impacting 42,000 students and more than 2,000 educators.
Equity and Innovation: At Southwest Public Schools, Dr. Adams has expanded dual-language programming, advanced coursework, and wraparound services, while launching the College & Career Preparatory Academy (CCPA) to ensure all students graduate prepared for life after high school.
Student-First Philosophy: Guided by her core belief that every decision must answer the question, “Is this what’s best for kids?”, Dr. Adams leads with empathy, equity, and urgency.
Superintendent’s Reflection
“I am truly honored to be recognized among such extraordinary leaders,” said Dr. Felicia Adams. “This recognition reflects the tireless dedication of our teachers, staff, families, and students. Together, we are building a future where every child is equipped to thrive.”
About Southwest Public Schools
Southwest Public Schools, headquartered in Houston, Texas, serves a diverse student population, including a high percentage of economically disadvantaged learners and English language learners. The district is dedicated to preparing every student for success in college, career, and life by fostering academic readiness, innovative opportunities, and inclusive excellence under Dr. Adams’s leadership.
Media Contact
Dr. Keri Fovargue
Chief of Staff, Southwest Public Schools
Phone: 713-784-6345
Email: kfovargue@swschools.org