Aldine ISD Superintendent Goffney named to DA 100 leaders
Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney was named to District Administration magazine's 2026–27 DA 100, which recognizes K-12 leaders focused on improving student outcomes. The recognition was announced on October 20, 2026.
- When it happened
- October 20, 2026
- Where
- Aldine ISD
- First reported by an outlet
- Not established — no source gave a date
- Confirmed by
- the original record or a trusted outlet
Taxes & money
None stated in sources.
Who's involved
- Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney · Aldine ISD Superintendent; 2026–27 president of AASA, The School Superintendents Association[1]
The facts
- Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney was named to District Administration magazine's 2026–27 DA 100 on October 20, 2026.[1]
- Goffney became superintendent in July 2018.[1]
- Aldine ISD earned an overall Texas Education Agency accountability score of 79 in 2026, up 16 points from 63 in 2023.[1]
- The district has recorded four consecutive years of growth under the state's accountability system.[1]
- From 2023 to 2026, performance at the Meets Grade Level standard or above increased 17 percentage points in Algebra 1, 21 points in biology and 10 points in English 2.[1]
- 95% of Aldine ISD graduates were identified as college-, career- or military-ready in 2026.[1]
- Goffney was installed as 2026–27 president of AASA, The School Superintendents Association in July 2026, becoming the 10th woman and the first African American woman to serve as president in AASA's 161-year history.[1]
Who said what
- Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney "I am honored to be recognized among the DA 100, but this recognition reflects the people who make a difference for students every day. In Aldine, teachers, campus leaders, staff, families and community partners work together to ensure students have the strong instruction, support and opportunities they need to succeed. Our progress belongs to them and, most importantly, to our students. We will keep building on what is working and creating meaningful opportunities for every student."[1]
- Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney "Four consecutive years of growth is worth celebrating, but we know our work is not finished. We will continue building on this momentum and pursuing excellence for every student, in every school, every day."[1]
- Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath praised the district's progress and leadership under Goffney in a September 2025 Houston Chronicle report[1]
Sources
- Official record Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney Named to District Administration’s 2026–27 DA 100 Aldine ISD · Oct 22, 2026
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