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Katy, TX-based Katy Independent School District has Appointed John Alawneh as Chief Information Officer
About the Company
Katy ISD is a flourishing suburban school district that encompasses 181 square miles within three counties of east Texas. Its eastern boundaries stretch to Houston's energy corridor approximately 16 miles west of downtown Houston and extend along Interstate 10 to a few miles west of the city of Katy. In the 2004-04 school year, the student population will have grown to more than 44,000 served by 43 schools, including 5 high schools. Katy ISD offers an outstanding instructional program with facilities, equipment and materials that are among the best in the state.
About the Person
John Alawneh serves as the Chief Information Officer for Katy ISD. John oversees the Technology Division which is comprised of the following major areas: Customer Support Services, Technology Innovations, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Systems, Infrastructure Services, Print Shop and Project Management. With over 20 years of experience managing information systems in education and healthcare, John brings a wealth of experience and a new perspective on the use of technology for mission critical environments such as education. His vision is to support learning and excellence in teaching through effective technology solutions. John has an MBA in Operations Management and a PhD in Computer Engineering. He believes that access to technology can empower learners and educators to realize their full potential and do what they do best. He always encourages his team to find new and innovative ways to improve the learning experience of KISD's students.
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