CFISD names Dr. Plas Williams principal at Cypress Springs HS and Joel Weckerly assistant superintendent for communications
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The board announced Dr. Plas Williams as the new principal of Cypress Springs High School and Joel Weckerly as assistant superintendent for communication and community relations; both speakers summarized experience and priorities and thanked district staff and family.
Trustees on Dec. 15 formally announced two leadership hires.
Superintendent Dr. Doug Killian introduced Dr. Plas Williams as the new principal of Cypress Springs High School, highlighting Williams’s 25 years in education, CFISD service since 2009 (Campbell/Bridgeland/Cypress Springs roles), his doctorate in administrative leadership and his selection as CFISD secondary principal of the year while serving at Truett Middle School. Dr. Williams told the board he will focus on three priorities: academic excellence, culture of belonging and safety, and strong partnerships with families and the community. "I am truly honored and deeply grateful to the board of trustees for your trust," Williams said.
The board also announced Joel Weckerly as assistant superintendent for communication and community relations. Trustees and staff summarized Weckerly’s 19-year CFISD tenure in communications (promoted to director in 2016) and his prior journalism experience; Weckerly said he was honored to step into the role and thanked mentors and colleagues.
Both appointments were presented as informational leadership announcements at the Dec. 15 meeting; the transcript records congratulations from trustees and remarks from the appointees.