DN: I am running for re-election to the GCISD school board to ensure that the Board of Trustees continues to work in concert with district teachers, staff, and students along with community members to advance innovative programs to educate students so they are prepared for college, military or career.

DN: Stress from competitive academics, extra-curriculars and college admission is one of the biggest challenges facing our students. Student vaping and other coping/non-coping behaviors are also a challenge. Continual improvement of communication with students and parents is the biggest step to address this so students can compete at their highest level, but realize they are not alone in struggling with these demands and that there are many paths to success.

DN: My top priority is to improve every district program to enhance student opportunity and success. Additionally, although GCISD has been recognized as a Top 100 Place to Work and I have already approved 4 teacher pay increases in less than 3 years, teacher salaries still need to improve despite the state-imposed budget constraints on our district. Current safety and security measures, which already exceed the recommendations of both the Texas School Safety Center and the Governor’s safety committee, will need constant attention to identify further enhancements to protect our students and staff.

DN: The district needs to continue to identify new and enhance existing opportunities to partner with local and regional companies and organizations for grants, internships and apprenticeships to further enhance student opportunities.

CF: I am running for office to give back and serve, voluntarily, in the same community that shaped my morals, values, and that has given so much to me. Additionally, I want to help in the decision making process that will shape my children and GCISD students, while serving the teachers and community.

CF: GCISD is an excellent school district and it would be a great honor to contribute to making a positive impact regarding security for all students/staff through the implementation of "security best practices" on all campuses while collaborating with the local Colleyville and Grapevine police departments.

CF: I am running for GCISD School Board to do my best in procuring the best security for our students and teachers, providing financial transparency and efficiencies, and bringing back traditional grades. My hope is to create an environment where students, teachers and GCISD can flourish.

CF: I think families, companies and school districts operate optimally when they are financially healthy. From my personal experience, when organizations are healthy from a financial perspective, they are more nimble and flexible to better serve one another and their communities.