Kenny Berry
Executive Director
Phone: (254) 297-1200
Email: kenny.berry@esc12.net
Kenny Berry is the Executive Director of Education Service Center Region 12 in Waco, which provides professional development and support to educators and school personnel in 77 school districts and nine charter schools in 12 Central Texas counties. Berry started as executive director in April of 2024. His vision for the center is to innovate, educate, and empower learners, fostering excellence and growth in area schools. The center has approximately 240 employees, including off-site employees who work in school districts as part of several large grants.
Berry has served in education for over 20 years in several districts and has experience at various levels in K-12 education. He served as a classroom teacher in Canyon ISD and Levelland ISD and as a campus-level administrator in Levelland ISD and Clyde CISD. Before joining ESC Region 12, Berry served as superintendent of Clyde CISD for seven years.
Berry received his Master’s of Education Administration from Lubbock Christian University. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from West Texas A&M University and has Elementary Self-Contained, Social Studies, Principal, and Superintendent certifications. He is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership from Liberty University.
Berry and his wife Janessa reside in Clyde with their son Austin but will soon transition to the Waco area. Their daughter Averi attends Abilene Christian University. Above all else, Berry prioritizes faith and family in his life. He enjoys spending time with his family, college football, and outdoor activities such as biking, fishing, hiking, and skiing.