Q&A: Meet the candidates running for Klein ISD Position 3

Why did you decide to run for this position?

I’m running because Klein ISD needs independent voices. Decisions often pass unanimously, acting as a rubber stamp rather than true oversight. As a parent of three sons in Klein schools, I will restore accountability, transparency, and ensure the board represents the community’s families and values.

How will you prioritize students if you win this position?

I’ll prioritize student success by supporting teachers, ensuring disciplined, safe classrooms and restoring academic focus. I’ll meet regularly with families, listen to their concerns and make decisions grounded in real community needs—not political agendas—so that every student is prepared for college, career or life after graduation.

What will your attitude toward budgeting be pertaining to balancing the district’s needs with being responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars?

With multiple years of deficits—each $20 million plus—fiscal discipline is urgent. I will not support deficit budgets. I’ll use my 20+ years in operations and supply chain to cut overhead, control spending and ensure funds directly support teachers, classrooms and student achievement.

How are you prepared to help the district navigate any potential challenges that arise in the future due to growing alternative education options in the region such as charter schools, virtual schools, private schools and home schooling?

Families are exploring alternatives because they want stronger academics, discipline and values. We must deliver that in KISD. I’ll focus on restoring trust, improving academic outcomes, supporting teachers and ensuring fiscal stewardship so Klein becomes the district families confidently choose—not one they feel forced to leave.

Why did you decide to run for this position?

I have volunteer with Klein ISD for several years as a parent volunteer, part of Friends of Klein, Klein Leadership Coalition, Klein ISD Foundation and as a trustee of the board. I have heart to service, and I want to make a difference in the lives of kids.

How will you prioritize students if you win this position?

I have proven when I was on the board previously, that I support students by ensuring decisions are made that are in the best interest of the student. All decisions will be made by asking the question, is this what is best for the students of KISD.

What will your attitude toward budgeting be pertaining to balancing the district’s needs with being responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars?

Decisions must be made on what is best for the education of the students and supporting the teachers with the resources needed to provide best in class instruction. Must continue to work with state officials to ensure tax money that is allocated for public school is spent in public schools.

How are you prepared to help the district navigate any potential challenges that arise in the future due to growing alternative education options in the region such as charter schools, virtual schools, private schools and home schooling?