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A Passion for Excellence
I have always actively sought opportunities to leverage my skills in support of others. Throughout my career, serving our local church, then helping victims of crime as a digital forensic analyst, and now in my role educating and aiding law enforcement across the nation, I strive to better those around me. In Richardson ISD, I have proudly served on our local PTA, a Dad on Campus, an RISD Ambassador, and contributed on various district committees to advocate for every student.
I strongly believe that organizations are recognized for a single defining trait. For far too long, "excellence" has not been the hallmark of RISD. It's time for a change so that when people across Texas and the nation think of RISD, they immediately connect it with excellence—excellence in our education and student opportunities, the support we offer our educators and staff, and the management of our resources. I am dedicated to ensuring that our district and community achieves excellence every day.
Priorities
Together we can...
help every student reach their full potential.
As a parent with kids in elementary, junior, and high schools, I am able to see what RISD is doing at every level. Also, each child I have is different, spanning overlapping segments of creativity, athletics, technical, advanced placement, and special education. As such, I understand that each child has unique needs and deserves tailored challenges to thrive. Together, we can equip them with the proven strategies they need to build resilience and achieve their growth goals! I am passionate about their success at every stage, to enrich our neighborhoods and open up incredible opportunities for our children.
Together we can...
engage and support our excellent teachers.
By being active in our district, I have had the opportunity to meet so many amazing educators and staff who truly have a heart for students! From teachers and therapists showing students what is possible in special educational classrooms, to magnet teachers helping prepare our students for the future that awaits them, to AVID teachers casting a vision for a first-generation high school graduate, it’s inspiring to see their dedication. Every teacher joins this profession out of a passion for helping students, and together, we can empower them to succeed! By supporting them with the right resources and proven curricula, we can make this district the ultimate destination for the best teachers!
Together we can...
involve the community with graditude and transparency.
As a dedicated community member, I have been honored to serve in several district initiatives. Over the past three years I have contributed in:
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The RISD Ambassadors program
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The Community Budget Steering Committee
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The Strategic Planning Committee
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The Technology Advisory Committee
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The Bond Steering Committee.
Through these experiences, I have gained valuable insights into how the district plans to allocate its resources to enhance our community and schools. I have consistently advocated for increased community engagement and transparency. As your Trustee, I will ensure that RISD actively listens to our needs and invests in our neighborhoods.
Together we can...
steward our finances responsibly.
This past fall, our community passed a $1.4 billion bond aimed at improving our schools and preparing them for the next 50 years. With this recent bond, compounded by our expanding annual budget, we must have leadership that can responsibly manage the resources entrusted to RISD by the community. As your trustee, I will ensure we effectively manage resources so that every dollar of the community's investment is utilized to its fullest potential. Transparent and diligent fiscal stewardship will not only help RISD build a sustainable resources for our students, but also build trust between our district and our community.
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