GEORGETOWN – Georgetown Independent School District has announced Taylor ISD superintendent Devin Padavil as the lone finalist for the position in Georgetown.
"It was an unexpected opportunity to lead an outstanding team in Georgetown," Padavil said in a written statement to the Taylor Press. "It is bittersweet because the community of Taylor has been outstanding to me and my family.”
Padavil is expected to begin his new role following the mandatory 21-day waiting period. The board will vote on hiring Padavil during a regularly scheduled meeting Aug. 7.
“We are excited to welcome Dr. Padavil to Georgetown,” Elizabeth McFarland, Georgetown ISD board president said in a press release. “His extensive experience, exceptional leadership, and commitment to educational excellence make him the ideal candidate to lead GISD into the future. Under his guidance, Georgetown ISD is poised for continued growth, innovation, and success.”
Padavil joined Taylor ISD in February of 2021. He immediately became a part of the Taylor community by participating in several programs. One of his first acts as superintendent was to hire former head football coach and athletic director Brandon Houston, who helped lead all sports to the playoffs in just his second year.
Padavil also led the charge on the passage of the largest bond in Taylor ISD’s history.
“I am excited for the future of Taylor ISD. Not just because of the city’s development, but because of the positive momentum of the culture and achievement of our students,” Padavil said. “Taylor has good leaders at our schools and an exceptional school board."
Look for more information in the Wednesday e-edition of the Taylor Press.
