The Wichita Falls school board has named Buna superintendent Dr. Donny Lee the lone finalist for the top job there.

Lee posted on his Facebook page: "I was named Lone Finalist at Wichita Falls ISD today. Thank you to the students, teachers, and staff who have been amazing every step of the way. I’m honored to have been able to serve as the Superintendent of Buna ISD and developed some lifelong relationships with wonderful people. Leah and the girls will stay in Buna, but I know they are in great hands. Look forward to getting started at WFISD. Blue Skies, Golden Opportunities!"

Wichita Falls ISD - In today's (Monday's) special session, the Wichita Falls ISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to name Dr. Donny Lee as the lone finalist for the next superintendent of the school district.

Dr. Lee is coming to Wichita Falls from Buna Independent School District, a 3A district in Buna, Texas. Dr. Lee has served as the superintendent in Buna since April 2019. During his tenure there, Dr. Lee has increased academic performance and has improved fiscal management. Prior to Buna ISD, Dr. Lee was superintendent in Oakwood ISD and was a high school principal in Frankston ISD.

Dr. Lee earned his doctorate in educational leadership from Lamar University, where he also earned his master's degree in educational administration. He earned his bachelor's degree in special education and kinesiology from Stephen F. Austin State University.

Dr. Lee and his wife, Leah, have two daughters ages 11 and 16.

Due to state law, Dr. Lee will remain the lone finalist for superintendent for 21 days before the school board can officially offer him the position.