In today’s episode, host Wendy York Davoud sits down with Dr. Bobbie Trevino, Superintendent of Zapata County Independent School District in Texas. With over 37 years of experience in education, Dr. Trevino shares her inspiring journey from bilingual elementary teacher to superintendent of her hometown district, reflecting on how leadership development, community connection, and a commitment to equity have shaped her approach.
She also discusses how she fosters growth not just through standardized test scores, but by empowering both students and educators, building leadership pipelines, and developing future-ready skills in every learner. From impactful student achievements and innovative programs to the importance of relationships in leadership, today’s episode is packed with wisdom, insight, and hope for every education leader seeking to make lasting change. Tune in as we explore how strong systems and strong leaders unlock success for every student, one step at a time.
Key Moments
04:42 Returning Home as Superintendent
08:22 Community Challenges and Concerns
10:34 Community Challenges and Future Goals
14:03 CTE Staffing Challenges Persist
17:12 Mock Interviews Boost Student Confidence
20:25 Improving Attendance for Opportunities
25:19 "Advisory Group's Unique Connection"
28:16 Educational Systems & Teacher Looping
32:24 Empowering Teachers, Elevating Practices
38:19 "Sharing Fears Through Silence"
40:31 "Transformative Leadership Through Coaching"
43:44 "Mindset and Leadership Awareness"
47:02 "ZCISD: Hometown Excellence Spotlight"
Why You’ll Love This Episode
This is an inspiring look at what happens when a leader turns challenges into opportunities. Superintendent Trevino shows how to build a culture of pride, connection, and limitless potential, where students dream big, lead early, and succeed beyond the classroom. If you believe every child deserves to be seen, supported, and celebrated, this episode will stay with you.
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Unlock 360° is the podcast where school leaders and instructional trailblazers reveal how they’re turning bold vision into sustainable action. Powered by Lead Teach Learn 360, each episode brings you inside the systems, strategies, and human stories that drive school improvement—one leader, one learner, one breakthrough at a time.
What is Unlock 360?
Each episode unpacks the practices, partnerships, and people behind measurable gains in student outcomes. From building collaborative leadership cultures to designing equity-driven systems, you'll hear what happens when clarity, coherence, and coaching align.
Whether you're a superintendent, campus leader, or classroom educator, Unlock 360 offers fresh insights, practical strategies, and an honest look at what it takes to create lasting impact. New episodes released biweekly.