Dr. David Arenciba
Keynote Speaker, Author, and Educator
Dr. David Arencibia rose from humble beginnings, overcoming challenges like situational poverty and a transient lifestyle. As a first-generation college graduate, he earned his doctorate in education despite dyslexia. His varied roles as a teacher, coach, athletics coordinator, and administrator have shaped him into an effective educational leader.
As a principal, David transformed his school into a Nationally Recognized Model Campus, fostering a positive culture (measured by Gallup) and driving programs to top-tier success. His leadership has been featured in EducationWeek, U.S. News & World Report, and Jon Gordon & Dr. Jim Van Allan's national bestselling book, The Energy Bus for Schools.
Recognized nationally, David was a finalist for the 2023 NASSP National Principal of the Year (of over 90,000 principals) and the 2022 Texas Secondary Principal of the Year. David was also a finalist for TEXAN of the Year by The Dallas Morning News in 2022.
His book, Foundations of an Elite Culture, published by Jimmy Casas and his company, ConnectEDD, became a #1 New Release on Amazon in its category and garnered attention from educators and business leaders nationwide.
Now a full-time speaker, trainer, and leadership coach, Dr. Arencibia helps leaders, schools, and organizations build elite cultures, coaching them to the highest levels of success.
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Dr. David Arencibia and Speaker / Best-selling Author Jimmy Casas in Washington, DC, NASSP Gala.
Best-selling authors Jon Gordon & Jim Van Allan with David at the Energy Bus for Schools conference.
David brings MLB star and school alum Bobby Witt Jr. back to his alma mater to speak to students.
Best-selling author of The Coffee Bean, Damon West, and Dr. David Arencibia in Texas.
David brought Hollywood star Mallory James Mahoney, from Disney's TV show Bunk'd, to his school to host multiple pep rallies.
David and Best-selling author and speaker Hamish Brewer of Relentless.
At Harding University with
President Dr. Mike Williams,
Dr. Miller, and Dr. Mathews.
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Dr. David Arencibia received a proclamation from the City of Colleyville and Mayor Lindamood.
Jon Gordon, Thomas Williams, and Dr. David Arencibia in Plano, Texas.
NASSP 2023 Principal of the Year Finalists with U.S. Secretary of Education in Washington, D.C.
NASSP National Principals of the Year and national finalists with U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education
2022 Texas Principals of the Year for TASSP
Dr. Arencibia speaks to the Business Department at Texas A&M University Texarkana students.
Dr. Arencibia and Steve Gilliland, member of the Speaker Hall of Fame, Author and Keynote speaker