TASA’s “Inspiring Leaders” tagline is not just a reminder of TASA’s commitment to leadership development; it describes our members themselves — school leaders who inspire others as they work to prepare future-ready students. Meet Guillermo Mancha, one of those Inspiring Leaders.
Since 2022, Guillermo Mancha has served as superintendent in Roscoe Collegiate ISD. Previously, he held the same position in Brackett and Natalia ISDs for a combined total of more than eight years. Mancha’s peers in school administration see him as a man of integrity and a true educational leader.
“When Guillermo gives you his word or his advice, you can rest assured it is seasoned with reason and experience,” says John Sherrill, superintendent of Panhandle ISD. “Roscoe CISD has flourished under his leadership and they are lucky to have him.” Mancha is proud of his district, especially the way the entire community comes together to protect and serve students in the area.
“Roscoe Collegiate ISD is aggressively progressive by opening vast innovative opportunities for our students’ benefit,” Mancha says. “At RCISD, the focus on safety and student achievement is paramount. I am exceptionally proud that our faculty, board of trustees and community place a focused effort on our students’ future by providing resources for student success.” While the role of superintendent is never simple, Mancha finds the job more inspiring than challenging.
“I genuinely find my experiences working at my school district personally gratifying,” he says. “I view the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals to develop young minds as a reward. I take full advantage of the privilege to be part of a team that concentrates their efforts to make students successful and provide students with an equal life opportunity to accomplish their dreams.”
Many who have watched Mancha at work also find the experience inspiring. “Interactions with Dr. Mancha challenge me to be a better educational leader and husband/father,” Sherrill says. Mancha says that working alongside other leaders is crucial to an administrator’s success. He feels fortunate for the mentors who have worked with him throughout his career and aims to give back in that capacity as much as he can.
“I have had many truly gifted administrators take a personal interest in my development. My mentors have provided me with guidance that has shaped me into a better person, educator, and family man. I owe much to a lot of people. The relationships nurtured over the years with my mentors are protected and cherished as I am in awe of them. I believe by being able to provide guidance to future administrators, we can contribute to the well-being of students and future generations that will transcend time.”
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