Austin, Texas: TCEA is proud to announce that Dr. Cynthia Sosa has been appointed president of the organization’s esteemed Board of Directors. Dr. Sosa officially took office on April 1, 2025, and will begin her duties at the Board’s first meeting of the new year on April 11.
Dr. Sosa brings a wealth of experience to TCEA, having served as a teacher, trainer, instructional technology specialist, and higher education faculty member throughout her distinguished career. Dr. Sosa first joined the Board as an area director in April of 2020 and has faithfully served the organization’s network of 85,000 members ever since.
“In the last few years, the Board of Directors has discussed at length its role, considering the growth TCEA has undergone with its content offerings and membership. We have shifted our priorities to now focus on governance, continuing to have discussions and take action to streamline it. This means updating policies, board member roles, and the nomination and election process,” explained Dr. Sosa.
She continued to say that, “This year, we will develop a strategic plan for the next 5 years, which will give direction to the Executive Director and staff… There are also other conversations that will transpire about the TCEA’s potential impact in the state, nation, and around the globe.”
As the board’s first Latina president from South Texas to take office, Dr. Sosa says that she is proud to serve TCEA’s membership in this new capacity. When reflecting on starting her sixth year on the board, she explained, “I am proud of the work we have accomplished to continue to steer TCEA towards success. I am honored to be in this position and do not take it lightly. I believe in contributing my skills and expertise to support TCEA’s continued growth and impact.”
“I am so excited about Dr. Sosa’s presidency,” said Lori Gracey, executive director of TCEA. “She brings a rich background in higher education and research that will fit in well with the organization’s focus on research-based instructional practices PreK-16. She is also well versed in how to build a strong team to solve potential challenges — it’s going to be a great year for TCEA!”
Please join us in congratulating the 2025 Board of Directors president, Dr. Cynthia Sosa, and in welcoming her back for another year of advancing teaching and learning through the use of technology.
