Dr. Meza-Chavez Biography
Dr. Jeannie Meza-Chavez is in her 29th year as an educator, twelve years as a superintendent, and approximately nine of those years in the San Elizario Independent School District (SEISD). The SEISD Board of Trustees unanimously nominated her for the 2022 ESC Region 19 Superintendent of the Year (SOTY) honors. Her selection as the regional winner contributes to the positive culture known in San Elizario as the Pathway of Champions. Before serving in San Elizario, Dr. Meza-Chavez was the superintendent of the Tornillo Independent School District, where she first earned the title of 2017 ESC Region 19 SOTY.
Dr. Meza-Chavez holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from New Mexico State University, a Master’s in Education / Mid-Management from Sul Ross State University, and a Bachelor's from the University of Texas at El Paso in Creative Writing with a Minor in Communications.
Throughout her 29-year career in education, Dr. Meza-Chavez has served as a Teacher, Student Activities Director, Assistant Principal, Principal, and Human Resources Director. Her leadership extends to numerous state and regional organizations, including serving as Chair of the Regional Advisory Committee for Superintendents and membership on the Region 22 Fine Arts Executive Committee, the TASA Higher Education Committee, Future-Ready Superintendents Leadership Network Design Team, Member Engagement Committee, Editorial Advisory Committee, and the TASB Legal Assistance Fund Board of Trustees.
In 2024, Dr. Meza-Chavez became the first woman from the El Paso region elected President of the Texas Council of Women School Executives (TCWSE) and is now serving as Past President. In 2026, she began her term as President-Elect of the Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) after serving as Vice President, becoming the first woman from the El Paso region elected to a state officer position in the organization.
Her contributions have been recognized with honors including the TCWSE Region 19 Bravo Award for Exemplary Practice and Innovation and the TCWSE Pat Shell Award for Professional Development. Her writing and advocacy have also been featured in statewide publications, including Communication Matters magazine and ATPE News, where she has highlighted educational and community issues affecting the San Elizario region.
Known for her passion, energy, and commitment to service, Dr. Meza-Chavez inspires educators to create meaningful opportunities for students. She believes in leading by example, fostering collaboration, and transforming learning environments so that every child can succeed. Her personal mantra, inspired by her mother, Ana Maria Meza, is: “Manos a la Obra / Let’s Do This.”