Christie’s tenure at FBISD was marked by historic achievements: record enrollment, closing a $47 million deficit, and successfully passing both a $1.26 billion bond and a VATRE for teacher pay raises and campus security. However, her departure was the result of board dynamics, not performance. Data and outcomes from her leadership remain publicly available and demonstrate her record of success.

In June 2025, Christie was appointed as the first Executive Director of the Texas Council of Women School Executives (TCWSE). In this role, she leads statewide efforts to mentor and support women leaders, expand professional development, and shape the future of educational leadership.

Christie’s faith provides the foundation for her leadership. It has guided her through personal loss and professional challenges, shaping her belief in resilience and what she calls “post-traumatic growth.” Her philosophy emphasizes compassion, authenticity, and leaving every community better than she found it.

After decades in public education leadership, Christie brings her experience to a broader audience through consulting, coaching, and speaking. Her mission is to help leaders embrace authentic leadership, equity, and innovation while navigating today’s challenges.

Item descriHer Lead By… framework (Listening, Lifting Others, Loving What You Do, and more) captures her approach: authentic, people-centered, and resilient. You can read more on her Leadership Philosophy page.