Mr. Rick Demasters joined GCISD in December 2025 to serve as Interim Superintendent. He has more than 30 years experience in Texas public schools, and most recently served as a superintendent in Celina ISD, where he retired in 2021. He also served as an assistant superintendent in Celina and Van Alstyne ISDs and as a principal in Celina, Shallowater and Dumas ISDs, leading campuses at all levels – elementary, middle and high. Prior to his time in administration, DeMasters was a teacher and coach in Vega and Karnack ISDs.

Throughout his tenure, districts under DeMasters’ leadership have raised academic performance, increased the fund balance and passed bond propositions and a voter approved tax ratification election. His educational philosophy is built on the conviction that every student has the ability to succeed when supported by excellent teaching, strong leadership and an engaged community.

DeMasters has a Bachelor of Science in Education from McMurry University, a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from West Texas A&M University, and a superintendent certification. He will begin the role of interim superintendent Wednesday, December 17.