Election Q&A: Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees Place 6

What will be your top priorities if you are elected?

I will advocate for physically, socially and emotionally safe schools. I will center the needs of all learners, increase educator compensation and support, and work for equitable facilities across the district.

What uniquely qualifies you for this position?

I am a product of Round Rock ISD schools and a two-time teacher of the year. I recognize the role of a trustee regarding governance and accountability. I have a policy background and have navigated tumultuous environments while keeping the focus on student outcomes.

What will be your top priorities if you are elected?

I will set goals of passing scores for all third grade students. I will also audit the district for efficiency and eliminate expenditures that detract from students’ academic achievement, like the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. I will work to fire the superintendent and organize the new board into subcommittees of three members each and hire a new superintendent selected by the board of trustees.

What uniquely qualifies you for this position?

I have a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and many decades of successful high-tech work designing and solving complex systems. I am the only candidate running for school board in any place elected twice to office, and I have used that experience to pursue extraordinary, measurable accomplishments.