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Dr. David Arencibia
Dr. David Arencibia is a highly regarded educator with over two decades of experience as a school leader, dedicated to cultivating cultures of success. He is a sought-after keynote speaker and the author of "Foundations of an Elite Culture," which was the #1 New Release in its category on Amazon.David's notable accolades include being named a 2023 National Principal of the Year finalist out of over 90,000 principals in the US, the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year, and a 2022 Texan of the Year finalist by the Dallas Morning News for his work in the state as a school leader. He is a former teacher, coach, athletic coordinator, assistant principal, and most recently, principal. His multiple bipartisan collaborations with the US Secretary of Education to advance education initiatives nationwide are a testament to his expertise and influence in the field.Under David's leadership, his school earned recognition from US News & World Report as one of the Best Schools in Texas and the country. The school achieved significant milestones, including National Recognition as a Model Campus, Texas School To Watch status, and National PTA School of Excellence. Notably, during a recent school year, the school saw 100% of its students achieve at least a year's academic growth.David’s school team fostered record-breaking PTA membership numbers exceeding student enrollment for five consecutive years. His work has been featured in EducationWeek, NASSP’s Leadership Magazines, CharacterStrong, various universities, podcasts, and news outlets for their positive culture, high standards, teacher retention, and academic excellence. David endorsed the national bestselling book The Energy Bus for Schools, co-authored by Jon Gordon and Dr. Jim Van Allan. David and his school were highlighted as an exemplary case in the Legacy chapter, showcasing their impactful work. He is a certified trainer for both CharacterStrong and Jon Gordon’s programs.David now works as a speaker, trainer, and leadership coach, specializing in leadership development and elite culture building, inspiring individuals, teams, schools, and businesses to cultivate their own elite cultures.
“Foundations of an Elite Culture: Building Success with High Standards and a Positive Environment”
