Maria J. Chavez - Superintendent of Schools
The Mercedes ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously to approve Maria J. Chavez as
Superintendent during a special board meeting held on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Mrs. Chavez
served as Interim Superintendent from January 5, 2023.
Mrs. Maria J. Chavez has currently been serving as the Interim Superintendent for Mercedes
ISD. Mrs. Chavez has served in various leadership roles in education within her past 34 years of
experience. She served as Superintendent for Santa Maria ISD for over six and a half years
before retiring. Before then Ms. Chavez had served as Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum
and Instruction/Human Resources for Mercedes ISD. She has also served in the capacities of
Secondary Principal, Elementary Assistant Principal, Director of Early College High School
Initiative, and Elementary/Secondary Teacher Preparation at the university level.
“I am honored and excited to join the Mercedes ISD Community. I am looking forward to
continuing our work on behalf of our purpose, student success at Mercedes ISD, working
alongside our exceptional parents, community, and team of administrators, teachers, and support
staff. I am eager to embark on this journey of growth, collaboration, and success with our Tiger
Family.” Stated Mrs. Chavez
“Dear members of the Mercedes ISD community,
I hope this statement finds you all in good health and high spirits. It is my honor and privilege to
address you today as the President of the Mercedes ISD School Board. I am pleased to announce
the selection of our Superintendent, Mrs. Maria J. Chavez.
After an extensive search and careful consideration, the Mercedes ISD School Board believes
that Mrs. Chavez is the ideal candidate to lead our school district into the future. Her wealth of
experience, dedication to education, and visionary leadership make her a perfect fit for Mercedes
ISD.
Mrs. Maria Chavez brings with her a remarkable background in the field of education. Her
passion for fostering student success, promoting a positive learning environment, and supporting
the growth of our teachers and staff align perfectly with our district's values and goals.
We are confident that Mrs. Chavez will bring a new era of progress and excellence to Mercedes
ISD. Her expertise, combined with her commitment to collaboration and open communication,
will contribute to the continued advancement of our schools and the success of our students.
On behalf of the entire Mercedes ISD School Board, I extend a warm congratulations to Mrs.
Maria J. Chavez. We look forward to working closely with her as we strive to provide the best
educational opportunities for our students and support the needs of our dedicated staff. Her
leadership will undoubtedly inspire and empower our entire school community. Said Mr. Oscar
A. Hernandez President, Mercedes ISD School Board”
Welcome Mrs. Chavez to the Tiger Family!