Keila Rodriguez is the Superintendent of Meadows Union School District, a small rural TK–8 district in Imperial County, California, where she has served in educational leadership for over 29 years, including eight years as superintendent. She is also a professor in the Teacher Education Program at San Diego State University, where she prepares future educators to meet the diverse needs of students.
Keila is currently completing her doctoral dissertation focused on the impact of teacher emotional intelligence on classroom management in the post-pandemic context. Her work centers on strengthening leadership practices that support educator wellness, student success, and positive school culture.
She is actively involved in professional leadership, serving as President Elect for Imperial County ACSA Charter Region 18, and on the Board of Directors for the Small School Districts Association. Keila is passionate about developing equity-minded leaders and fostering environments where both students and staff can thrive.