ROUND ROCK, Texas — Round Rock Independent School District has announced its next superintendent. The school board approved a contract for sole finalist Dr. Hafedh Azaiez on Monday.

Former RRISD superintendent Steve Flores retired in April of 2021.

Azaiez, who was raised in Tunisia, has been the superintendent of Donna ISD in the Rio Grande Valley since 2018.

“Round Rock ISD is a thriving, dynamic, large and diverse community and already home to exceptional programs and campuses. I could not be more excited about the opportunities to build upon this legacy of excellence and foster and grow Round Rock ISD’s reputation as a world-class, destination district,” Azaiez said. “One of the things I love about Round Rock ISD is the diverse opportunities for students to excel and find a sense of belonging. From stellar academics to nationally recognized fine arts programs, athletics, clubs and organizations. We will continue to focus on the whole child, broaden opportunities to pursue diverse programs of study, and will maintain a relentless focus on equity, diversity and inclusion issues, ensuring all truly means all.”

Azaiez will begin his new role on July 5.