Dr. Clyde W. Steelman, Jr. is a distinguished leader in education who has dedicated more than four decades to the field. Currently serving as the Executive Director of ESC Region 11 since 2011, Dr. Steelman's journey at the ESC began in 2006 when he joined as Deputy Executive Director of Administrative and Business Services. Before his tenure at the ESC, he held superintendent positions at Muenster ISD and Bluff Dale ISD and served in various administrative, teaching, and coaching roles at Glen Rose, Tolar, and Granbury ISDs.

Dr. Steelman holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Lamar University, a master's degree in secondary education, and a bachelor's degree in industrial education and technology from Tarleton State University.

Outside of his professional accomplishments, Dr. Steelman shares a fulfilling personal life with his wife, Julie, a retired English teacher. Together, they have three grown children, one granddaughter, and one grandson. In their spare time, they operate a farm where they raise livestock and hay. Dr. Steelman also enjoys participating in church activities, spending quality time with his family, and engaging in various outdoor pursuits.

To contact Dr. Steelman's Executive Assistant, please email Nelline Dignum or call 817-740-7590.