TASPA Executive Director Bids Fairwell

TASPA Executive Director Bids Farewell

Dr. Lolly Guerra

Dear Fellow TASPA members,

As I complete my final month as full-time executive director of TASPA, there is only one thing left to say – thank you! Many times, the leader of an organization is credited for the organization’s accomplishments, but I know that TASPA has succeeded the last few years because of its loyal members. It is the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of Board members that have allowed TASPA to progress during the last 5 years. We survived a pandemic when many organizations essentially stopped functioning. We not only survived, TASPA did not miss a step in providing our members with quality professional development opportunities during those difficult years. In addition, with the support of the Board and TASPA members, TASPA was able to purchase and move into its new home in the Summer of 2021.

I am grateful to the various TASPA presidents with whom I have served. Willie Watson, Sundie Dahlkamp, Johjania Najera, Rick Rodriguez, Martha Carrasco, and Max Flores, you have all been there when you were needed and provided just the right amount of guidance to help TASPA progress. You have been my trusted colleagues and always helped me make the right decisions on various issues and difficult situations we have faced. The co-workers I have been blessed with on this journey have been amazing. Nancy Cowley, Mary Torres, and Jeannie Tomasek have all made my job so much easier as we worked to provide TASPA’s services. Chandelle Crane, you have been here through my entire tenure. I am eternally grateful to you for all I have learned from you and your constant help and support. As I have traveled around the state to present TASPA workshops, I have always been inspired by the many HR staff members I have met who are so dedicated to providing their districts the best HR services so that students can have the best educators. Please know that your dedication does not go unnoticed, and you are making a difference. Finally, but most importantly, thank you to our incredible members. You have truly been the best part of my job! I will continue to serve TASPA on a consultant basis from September through December. I look forward to seeing you at upcoming TASPA events during those months. It has been my honor to serve this amazing organization. Thank you for your kindness and your support! Sincerely, Lolly Guerra