by Elizabeth Mason

05.08.2009

Texas Tech University’s College of Outreach & Distance Education (CODE) is proud to announce that Dr. Berhl Robertson has been chosen as the assistant dean for the kindergarten through 12th grade programs and will begin June 8th, 2009.

As assistant dean, Robertson will oversee the College’s kindergarten through 12th grade distance education operation including the Texas Tech University Independent School District, Special Projects, Student Services and Curriculum and Production.

Dr. Matt Baker, dean of the College of Outreach and Distance Education, indicated that Robertson was selected for this position based upon his track record of academic excellence and high expectations for all students, and his vision for kindergarten through 12th grade education in the future. “Texas Tech is fortunate to have Dr. Robertson join our leadership team in the College of Outreach and Distance Education,” Baker said.

Robertson began his career in education as a high school agriculture teacher for Roosevelt ISD in 1989. In 1996, he accepted the position of superintendent for Southland ISD that he held until returning to Roosevelt as superintendent in January of 2000.

Graduating from New Deal High School, Robertson earned his Bachelor of Science from Texas Tech University (TTU) in 1985. Robertson has continued to pursue his educational goals. He earned both his Master's degree in 1993, as well as his Doctorate in Education in 2005 from TTU.

According to Baker, Robertson brings statewide leadership experience, a proven track record of success and a clear vision of the future. He currently serves on the Legislative Committee of the Texas Association of School Administrators and was appointed by Senator Robert Duncan as a member of the Senate School Finance Advisory Committee. The Lubbock Roosevelt District, where Robertson served as superintendent since 2000, was recognized by researchers at Texas A&M earlier this year as the top school district in the state in serving Latino students. In 2003, Robertson was selected as the Region 17 Superintendent of the Year. In 2008, the Roosevelt district was named "one of the best high schools in America" by U.S. News and World Report.

Robertson is active in the community through his involvement with the United Way Impact Council and the annual United Way campaign. He said he also enjoys yard work in his free time. He is married to Traci and has two daughters, Kiley and Marissa, and one son, Laramie. Laramie and his wife Sarah have a baby boy named Rylann.

“I am extremely honored to have been selected as the assistant dean for the College of Outreach and Distance Education and look forward to working with Dr. Matt Baker in growing the program and making it the best in the nation,” Robertson said. “I see tremendous potential within the kindergarten through 12th grade program at Texas Tech and can’t wait to get started. Roosevelt has been a great place for my family and me. I am very proud of our accomplishments there. I wish nothing but the absolute best for the Roosevelt ISD family.”