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Lead Boldly.
Change What Matters.

Trusted advisors for K–12 leaders navigating change,
strengthening systems, and shaping stronger futures.

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REAL CHALLENGES, PROVEN SOLUTIONS

When Pressure Mounts, Your School Community Needs More Than Advice — It Needs Action

Today’s K-12 district leaders face complex, high-stakes challenges — from leadership turnover and governance issues to declining community trust and operational strain. Most consulting firms offer expensive, one-size-fits-all frameworks but lack the benefit of real-world experience and practical application.

At the Together Network for Transformation (TNT), we know what you’re up against as a school leader — because we’ve led through it ourselves.

Empower School Leaders

Develop strategic thinking & take action to realize your vision

Build Stronger Communities

Form guiding coalitions to support your goals & mission

Achieve Lasting Success

Develop ‘muscle memory’ to help sustain your momentum

Real School Leaders

With a Track Record for Change

The Together Network for Transformation was founded by former Dallas ISD Superintendent and National Superintendent of the Year Dr. Michael Hinojosa, with support from the best and brightest in education.

Dr. Michael Hinojosa

Founder & CEO

Former Dallas ISD (TX) and Cobb County (GA) Superintendent and National Superintendent of the Year.

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Andrew Kim

Principal Partner

Former Comal ISD (TX) and Manor ISD (TX) Superintendent. Co-Founder of UT Austin FUSE. TEA Conservator.

Dr. Barbara Jenkins

Principal Partner

Former Orange County Public Schools (FL) Superintendent. 2014 Broad Prize for Urban Education Award Winner.

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Dr. Scott Muri

Principal Partner

Former Ector County ISD (TX) and Spring Branch ISD (TX) Superintendent. 2024 National School District of the Year.

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Benjamin Mackey

Principal Partner

Executive Director, Texas IMPACT Network, Former Chief of Research Desoto ISD (TX) and Former Principal Dallas ISD (TX).

INNOVATION IN EDUCATION LEADERSHIP

A Proven Path to
Strategic Success

TNT is purpose-built to help your K-12 leadership team tackle today’s toughest challenges in your unique context.

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Solve Urgent, High-Stakes Challenges

We partner with districts to navigate moments of real risk — from takeovers to public scrutiny — with speed and confidence.

2

Lead Through Times of Transition

We guide new and interim school leaders, strengthen governance, and ensure continuity during periods of change and uncertainty.

3

Support Districts in Pursuit of 'Good to Great'

We support high-performing districts ready to sharpen strategy, deepen alignment, and drive measurable growth, with a focus on what’s possible.

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It

Read Our Latest Case Study

See how TNT is helping school leaders and their board teams partner to shape change in diverse K-12 communities, from El Paso to Georgetown, Texas to Memphis Shelby County, Tennessee to communities in between.

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CHANGE THAT STICKS

Sustainable Change Creates
Stronger Communities

When your school district partners with TNT, it receives the benefit of:

Seasoned leadership you can trust
Practical & actionable solutions tailored to your needs
Systems that protect and extend your progress
A community-focused approach that rebuilds trust and engagement
A financial model designed to support change, not drain resources

What Other School Leaders Are Saying About Partnering With TNT

Michael Hinojosa’s leadership of Dallas Independent School District (DISD) brought the board, the staff, and the community together around his vision for a high-performing urban, low-income school district in Dallas. Then he led that district to accomplish what most thought was not possible – DISD was transformed to a high-performing school system.

Jack Lowe JrPresident & Board Member, DISD

Hinojosa’s experiences, shared in Superintendent-Wise, provide a comprehensive field guide for school superintendents. Whether you are new to the superintendency or an experienced leader, this book is packed with valuable lessons and innovative approaches to tackle the daily challenges of leading school districts. A must-read for anyone committed to educational leadership and excellence.

Joe GothardSuperintendent, Madison Metropolitan School District
REAL-WORLD LEADERSHIP. STRATEGIC INSIGHT.

A Practical Playbook for Navigating Change.

In Superintendent-Wise, Dr. Michael Hinojosa shares candid lessons from three decades leading complex, high-stakes school systems — including Dallas ISD, one of the nation’s largest.

This isn’t a theory book. It’s a field guide for superintendents and system leaders under pressure to solve tough problems, align stakeholders, and deliver sustainable results.

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Avoid the Pitfalls of
Disconnected Leadership

Without strategic guidance, leadership transitions can derail momentum, create community distrust, and stall critical initiatives. TNT helps you avoid these risks with practical, personalized support — rooted in what actually works in K-12 schools.

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Transform Your
Leadership Journey

Partner with TNT to lead through today’s challenges, protect your investment — and build a stronger future for your K-12 community today.

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Let’s Talk

Whether your district is facing a critical moment or planning for what’s next, we’re here to help you move forward — together.

Here’s what we’ll do on our first call:
1. Listen – we want to learn about your school community.
2. Share – we’ll share stories & insights from our experience.
3. Brainstorm – we’ll brainstorm ideas & next steps.