College Education- Texas A&M, B.S. in Biomedical Science
Occupation- Senior Plant Operator- Tenaska Gateway Power Plant
Spouse- Beverly
Spouse Occupation- Registrar, Chandler Elementary
Children- Chelsi (KHS Class of 2010) & Sydni (KHS Class of 2016)
Interesting fact- I am a taxidermist by trade and I collect, restore and show antique tractors and farm equipment.
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I have a real passion for kids, especially those less fortunate and from homes that have social issues. Also, our teachers need our support to provide the best environment to change these kids' lives.
College Education- Kilgore College, Associates of Science; Texas A&M University, B.S. in Psychology
Occupation- Safety Manager- Tyler Pipe
Spouse- Tracey
Spouse Occupation- 4th Grade Math & Science Teacher, Kilgore Intermediate School
Children- Morgan (KHS Class of 2025)
Community Involvement- Deacon and Usher Chairman, Forest Home Baptist Church
Interesting Fact- I have been a part of the Ragin' Red Broadcasting team covering Kilgore High School Football on the radio since 2010.
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I want our schools to provide a supportive learning environment that will allow our students, faculty, and staff to thrive in working to reach their full potentials as individuals and as a district. Working together, Kilgore ISD will be able to provide a safe and encouraging environment where achievements are celebrated and a culture of continuous improvement is fostered.
College Education- Arkansas State University, Business Administration degree
Occupation- VP of Commercial Lending, VeraBank
Spouse- Meggan
Spouse Occupation- Teacher, Kilgore Primary School
Children- Cade (KHS Class of 2025), Cooper (KHS Class of 2028) & Caylee (KHS Class of 2030)
Community Involvement- East Texas Oil Men's Golf Association Board Member, KISD Education Foundation Board Member
Interesting Fact- In 2008, I represented the Texas Golf Association in International Team event in Argentina with some of the best amateur golfers from all over the world.
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I want to help provide an exceptional educational opportunity for ALL students at KISD.
High School Education- West Rusk High School, 1983
College Education- Kilgore College, Associates of Business degree
Self Employed - E Tex Gasket
Spouse- Sandra (KHS Class of 1987)
Children- Lakisha (KHS Class of 2004), Daytrian (KHS Class of 2013), Adrian (KHS Class of 2017)
Community Involvement- Kilgore Youth Basketball, Kilgore Youth Football, KHS Football Boosters
Interesting Fact- I enjoy the volunteer work that I do for the schools that will help students and staff in whatever area they may need.
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I want to help our schools strive to be schools of purpose by ensuring that every student, teacher, food service worker, custodian, nurse, counselor, bus driver, maintenance worker, and administrator has a safe working environment as well as adhering to the vision and motto of KISD.
High School Education - West Rusk High School, 1990
College Education - Kilgore College, Associate of Arts 1991; University of North Texas, BS in Grammar and Composition, 1993; Stephen F. Austin State University, M.Ed in Educational Leadership
Occupation: Academic Administrator, Texas Career and College Prep
Children: Meredith Tritt-McCraven(Texas A&M Class of 2015 and 2021), Lindsey Tritt-Cook (UT Tyler Class of 2015), and Logan Tritt
Community Involvement: KISD Education Foundation; Jackson Huse Foundation Scholarship Board, Texas Pediatric Palliative Care Consortium
Interesting Fact: I retired from KISD in 2023 where I served the district as a teacher, Assistant Principal, Academic Dean, Instructional Specialist, Club Sponsor, and UIL Academic Coordinator.
Vision for Kilgore ISD: I want KISD to continuously improve student outcomes and create a positive, safe, supportive learning environment while removing obstacles that face our students, teachers, and staff. My vision includes prioritizing effective communication, financial responsibility, and data-driven decision-making while ensuring that KISD has the best schools East Texas has to offer.
High School Education- Midway High School in Waco, TX
College Education- Baylor University, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and a Minor in Social Work; University of Alabama, Masters of Arts in Rehabilitation Counseling
Occupation- Program Manager with Community Healthcore, Counselor for Gregg County Juvenile Detention Center, Ad Hoc Instructor for Kilgore Police Academy
Spouse- Craig
Children- Ella (KHS Class of 2033)
Community Involvement- Sexual Assault Response Team of Gregg County, Children's Committee and Welcome Committee at First Baptist Church of Kilgore, Active Supporter of CASA
Interesting Fact- I play the piano
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I would like there to be cohesion between the community and Kilgore ISD. It's important that the community and schools work closely as the district largely sets the tone for community. It is also important that our schools set a high standard in terms of education, athletics, extracurricular, and continuing education. This is done by staff retention and recognition as well as supporting our students to excel in whatever area they are able to shine.
College Education- Stephen F. Austin State University, BA in Political Science & MA in History
Occupation- Retired Teacher/Coach from KISD & Owner of Kilgore Community Airfield
Community Involvement- Helping Hands Volunteer, Danville Methodist Church Member & Kilgore Historical Preservation Foundation Member
Interesting Fact- I fly a WWII military biplane I built with no instructions.
Vision for Kilgore ISD- I want to see KISD become a beacon for Kilgore that everyone wants to be a part of and that is renowned for developing well-rounded, conscientious, productive young citizens of the future.
