Jonathan Eggerman, Deputy Superintendent of Pine Tree ISD, joins Brighter Together to share a candid, hopeful look at what happens when equity and empathy aren’t just buzzwords—they’re district-wide commitments.

In this episode, we explore Pine Tree ISD’s powerful journey from fractured systems to one of the most inclusive, high-performing school cultures in Texas. Jonathan talks about discipline that restores, academics that compete, and staff support that retains—and how it all hinges on relationships, community, and consistency.

If you’re ready to believe that public schools can still win big—for students and staff—this one’s for you.