Executive Directors
Mrs. Holly Maldonado has served Los Fresnos CISD since 2004 where she began her career at Los Fresnos Elementary. During her time there, she taught students in 4th and 5th grade and then campus-wide as science lab teacher. Next, she transitioned to science teacher at Los Cuates Middle School before supporting district-wide as strategist. For a decade, Mrs. Maldonado worked closely with teachers and administrators to make instructional decisions aimed at continuous growth while providing students opportunities for success in the classroom and beyond. One of the most significant academic programs that she assisted with in her time as strategist was Project Lead the Way (PLTW).
Mrs. Maldonado’s administrative experience began as Dean of Liberty Memorial Middle School and as additional leadership roles called at Palmer-Laakso and Lopez-Riggins Elementary, she wholeheartedly supported. Most recently, Mrs. Maldonado has led as principal of Dora Romero Elementary. She is grateful for the commitment of the entire school community in setting high expectations and working together to achieve them. This particular school year has given her great pride as she’s observed and connected with her “grand students”, children of former LFE students who sat in her classroom not too long ago.
Mrs. Maldonado earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Graceland University, her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Texas at Brownsville, and her Certificate in Principal Education from Lamar University.
Mrs. Maldonado is honored to share her passion across the district and community for making a difference in the lives of others through educational opportunities. As a first generation college graduate, she is mindful to the positive and lasting effects educators have in each student’s life.
Mrs. Maldonado’s administrative experience began as Dean of Liberty Memorial Middle School and as additional leadership roles called at Palmer-Laakso and Lopez-Riggins Elementary, she wholeheartedly supported. Most recently, Mrs. Maldonado has led as principal of Dora Romero Elementary. She is grateful for the commitment of the entire school community in setting high expectations and working together to achieve them. This particular school year has given her great pride as she’s observed and connected with her “grand students”, children of former LFE students who sat in her classroom not too long ago.
Mrs. Maldonado earned her Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Graceland University, her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Texas at Brownsville, and her Certificate in Principal Education from Lamar University.
Mrs. Maldonado is honored to share her passion across the district and community for making a difference in the lives of others through educational opportunities. As a first generation college graduate, she is mindful to the positive and lasting effects educators have in each student’s life.
Mr. Pablo Bazaldua presently serves the students and staff of Los Fresnos CISD as Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Bazaldua has been part of the Los Fresnos CISD family since 2017.
Mr. Bazaldua has 26 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, and Auditing. He brings 20 years of experience as an external Audit Manager. He started at Los Fresnos CISD as Finance Director in 2017. After 2 years, he earned the role of Chief Financial Officer in 2019.
Mr. Bazaldua earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Texas A&M University Kingsville.
Mrs. Hollon serves the students at Los Fresnos CISD as Executive Director of Talent Development and Support Services for the 2025-2026 school year. She has been part of the Los Fresnos CISD family since 2024. During her career in public education that began in 2003, Mrs. Hollon has served as a special education teacher, behavior specialist, and high school administrator in Harlingen CISD and San Benito CISD. Prior to her current role, she served in high school campus administration in Harlingen and San Benito CISD for the past decade. Mrs. Hollon received her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University and her Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Lamar University.
She is passionate about supporting students and staff, fostering leadership development, and promoting programs that enhance diversity and inclusion across the district.