Tory C. Hill

About Tory C. Hill

An experienced school superintendent and visionary leader with outstanding ability to build strong connections, instill a shared vision, and motivate staff and students to excel. An instructional leader with successful experience in creating learning systems that support the individual needs of each student. A respected individual who is well known for upholding high standards of professionalism, integrity, and work ethic. An effective communicator dedicated to building strong, collaborative relationships.

Experience

1. Superintendent of Schools

   CHANNELVIEW ISD

   Feb 2022 — Present · Channelview, TX, US

   Improved CISD’s TEA rating from “C” to “B-rating,” placing the district in the top quarter of Texas for academic growth while advancing success for a student population of which nearly 90% are economically disadvantaged.Strengthened College, Career, and Military Readiness, driving a 29-point increase from 67%(Class of 2021) to a projected 96%(Class of 2025)—averaging ~7 points of growth per year—including record highs of 97% at Channelview High School and 89% at Endeavor.Raised four-year graduation rate by one point annually—from 91% in 2022 to 92% in 2023, 93% in 2024, and a projected 94% in 2025—ensuring more students graduate future-ready.Opened CISD’s first Fine Arts Magnet (New Horizons at Crenshaw Elementary), offering integrated music, theater, dance, and visual arts for a more personalized learning experience to attract and retain elementary students.Guided the development and launch of the CISD Five-year strategic plan, establishing a districtwide framework for innovation, continuous improvement, and student-centered leadership.Secured the state’s top financial ratings—“A” Superior Achievement (FIRST) and Transparency Star—demonstrating fiscal responsibility, financial transparency, and taxpayer stewardship.Improved long-term sustainability through the Rightsize Project, using demographic and facility efficiency studies, establishing an Enrollment & Facilities Committee for community input, and leading campus consolidation, school closure, and rezoningIncreased fiscal literacy through a Budget Professional Learning Series for budget managers and assistants, maximizing resources for student learning, analyzing revenue/expense drivers, and refining systems to ensure consistency across the district.Introduced community events—Parent University, Literacy Extravaganza, Día de Los Muertos (raising $15K+ in scholarships annually), and Back-to-School Bash (providing supplies to 80% of students)—strengthening family-school partnerships.

Education

• Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge

  Bachelor's degree, Secondary Education and Teaching

  1997 — 2001

• Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

  Master of Education (MEd), Educational Leadership and Administration, General

  2001 — 2003

• Texas A&M University

  Doctor of Education (EdD), Curriculum and Instruction

  2009 — 2013