Keith Murphy
Superintendent of Melissa Schools

Keith Murphy has dedicated more than 32 years to public education, exemplifying his commitment to Texas schools and his passion for serving students. Keith is currently in his eleventh year as the Superintendent of Schools at Melissa ISD - a rapidly growing classification 5A school district - where he has played a crucial role in the district's remarkable success over the last decade, in both academic and extracurricular programs. Continually, Melissa ISD performs in the top three percent of all state-funded school districts in Texas.

Keith holds a deep appreciation for all school programs and has a reputation for improving campus and district performance. Embracing a practical, common-sense philosophy, Keith has spent many years working with school districts to create a common vision and put practical steps in place to help school leaders lean into their untapped potential.

Throughout his career, Keith has served in various roles, beginning as a maintenance worker in school operations and later becoming a highly-accomplished high school English teacher, coach, assistant principal, high school principal, and finally, superintendent. Keith has experience serving as an educator in districts spanning classifications 2A-5A. Furthermore, Keith serves as the Region 25 Music Chair for the Texas UIL Executive Committee, of which he has been a member for two years.

Kim Boedeker
Deputy Superintendent of Melissa Schools

Kim Boedeker has served as Deputy Superintendent at Melissa Schools since 2019, bringing with her a deep dedication to students, staff, and the entire Cardinal community. With 20 years of experience in public education, all within Melissa ISD, she has played an instrumental role in the district’s growth and success.

Kim began her journey with Melissa ISD in 2005 as a Kindergarten teacher. Between 2006 and 2012, she served in a variety of roles, including fourth grade teacher, elementary assistant principal, and middle school assistant principal. She then led Melissa Middle School as principal for three years before stepping into district-level leadership, serving four years as Executive Director of Academic Leadership.  

Throughout her time in Melissa, Mrs. Boedeker has remained committed to supporting both students and staff through every phase of the district’s transformation. Melissa ISD has grown into a thriving 5A school district, and Kim has been a steady presence through it all, helping shape its direction and culture with vision and heart.

She is passionate about setting a clear vision for the district and deeply values collaboration, open dialogue, and working together for the betterment of all Cardinals. Her leadership is grounded in a belief that every voice matters and that strong relationships are the foundation of lasting success.