Board names lone finalist for superintendent post

The Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees Thursday night announced that Dr. Deana Steeber has been selected from among 48 applicants as the lone finalist for superintendent. The top seven candidates were called for interviews. Steeber was selected as the top pick to lead the district.

Sulphur Springs ISD Board President Craig Roberts said all seven candidates were outstanding, but after the interviews were complete, the board agreed that Dr. Deana Steeber was the right fit for the district.

“The trustees are excited to welcome Dr. Steeber to our district. As an educational leader, she will guide our district's vision to be a home for excellence in public education. Her proven track record brings experience and excitement which will lead to opportunities for our staff, students, and community. It is truly a Great Day to be a Wildcat! Let's be the first to welcome Dr. Steeber,” Roberts said.

Dr. Deana Steeber currently serves as assistant superintendent at Argyle ISD. She has 27 years of experience in education. She has served as an assistant superintendent since 2017. Prior to joining Argyle ISD, she served as a principal for 11 years at the high school, middle school and elementary campus levels.

Dr. Steeber grew up in Oklahoma, where she earned a Bachelor of Science from Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Soon after, she completed a Master of Education. Dr. Steeber completed a Doctorate in School Administration at Texas A&M University – Commerce.

“Dr. Steeber has been involved in the master planning process for a fast growth school district, resulting in the passage of bonds and expanding learning opportunities for students. She is committed to effective team building, curriculum and program development through transparency and open, honest communication. She believes in being pro-active and reaching out to the community, involving them in the learning process, which contributes to the long-term success of the district. 'Encouraging students to be problem solvers and analytical thinkers who are adaptable gives them the ability to excel and compete at their greatest capacity,” the SSISD Board stated in the announcement.

Steeber has been married to Dr. Robert Steeber, a retired superintendent in the state of Texas, for 26 years. They have two children, Hanna and Joseph. Hanna, a Texas Tech University graduate, currently serves as a teacher. Joseph is in his senior year at the University of Texas at Arlington, where he is a pitcher for the baseball team. He is pursuing a degree in Business Finance.

Dr. Deana Steeber replaced Mike Lamb, who earlier this spring announced he’d accepted a position at Little Elm ISD. Lamb’s time at SSISD officially ended on April 30, 2023.

The 21-day waiting time period will end May 25.

Dr. Steeber will be an invited guest to Monday’s regular school board meeting at 6 p.m. in the administration building.