Houston Public Schools Hired New Superintendent
Angi McAndrews began her leadership role this past summer to guide the district's administrative future.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Administration
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Houston Public Schools appointed Angi McAndrews as superintendent during the summer of 2026. She joins the district following a career across multiple Minnesota school systems.
Why it matters
Her appointment marks a transition in district leadership as she brings years of experience in school support and administrative roles to the Houston community.
McAndrews brings experience from roles including a principalship at a school with 1,250 students and a two-year tenure as a director of school support. She also previously taught fifth and sixth grade for two years.
The players
Angi McAndrews
The current superintendent of Houston Public Schools who previously held various teaching and administrative roles in Minnesota.
Dr. Kent Pekel
An educational leader whose administrative approach influenced McAndrews to pursue a career as a superintendent.
MASA
The professional association that manages The Great Cohort, a superintendent development group of which McAndrews is a member.
The details
McAndrews completed formal superintendent studies to prepare for this leadership transition. She plans to implement an Open Door, Open Book policy to foster communication within the district. Additionally, she intends to launch a coffee and conversation group to engage directly with local parents and families.
Timeline
Summer 2026: Angi McAndrews began her tenure as superintendent.
The Home Front
Superintendent appointments like this are often shaped by regional professional networks such as The Great Cohort. These programs help align local school leadership with standardized administrative practices across Minnesota districts.
Families should watch for invitations to the upcoming coffee and conversation events to discuss district priorities directly. Parents can also reach out to the district office to learn more about the implications of the Open Door, Open Book policy for school board and family interactions.
The takeaway
Superintendent McAndrews brings a decade of multifaceted experience to the Houston school district. Families interested in local educational policy should monitor upcoming district communications for the launch of her announced community discussion groups.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest leadership changes in our Administration section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fillmore County Journal - "Where Fillmore County News Comes First".
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