Question 1

What do you see as a trustee’s responsibility?

Accepted Answer

A trustee serves as part of a governing board. The board provides oversight and direction, while the superintendent manages district operations.

My experience would help me ask informed questions and evaluate recommendations. I would respect those different responsibilities while expecting clear answers and accountability.

Question 2

How would you approach the district’s budget?

Accepted Answer

I believe supporting public education and respecting taxpayers are responsibilities that belong together.

I would examine how spending supports instruction, safe and functional campuses, and the staff students depend on. Before supporting a significant expense, I would ask about its purpose, alternatives, ongoing costs and expected results.

Question 3

Where do you stand on school vouchers?

Accepted Answer

I oppose voucher programs that direct public tax dollars to private education without the same accountability and transparency required of public schools.

My responsibility as a KISD trustee would be to advocate for the public schools I was elected to serve. State lawmakers determine state voucher policy. I would bring KISD’s needs and the effects on our students into those conversations.

Question 4

Do you support educational choices for families?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I support meaningful choices within Keller ISD, including career and technical education, skilled trades, certifications and pathways that prepare students for their futures.

Students have different strengths and goals. I would evaluate opportunities by looking at student needs, access, cost and educational outcomes.

Question 5

What is your position on school books and educational materials?

Accepted Answer

I believe instructional materials should align with the state’s curriculum and our District’s academic goals. Decisions about school books should follow applicable law and established review standards, rather than any one person’s beliefs, religion, or values, including mine.

As a Trustee, I would support using the District’s established review process to address concerns about individual materials. If changes to the policy or evaluation rubric are proposed, I would expect input from those closest to the issue before the Board makes a decision.

Question 6

Would you support splitting Keller ISD?

Accepted Answer

No. I oppose splitting our district.

I served as principal at campuses on opposite ends of KISD. In both communities, I found exceptional students, supportive families and dedicated educators. I believe our work should focus on strengthening opportunities across one united district.

Question 7

How would you support teachers while expecting results?

Accepted Answer

My years in education taught me that supporting educators and holding high expectations go together.

I would ask whether our policies and resources help teachers teach effectively, whether staffing decisions respond to campus needs and whether District goals translate into progress for students. Decisions about educators should include an understanding of their daily work.

Question 8

How would you represent families who disagree with you?

Accepted Answer

Everyone deserves a seat at the table. Diversity in experience and thought helps us understand the district we serve.

I will speak with parents, educators and community members across different political viewpoints. Hearing a concern does not require agreeing with every proposed solution. It does require listening respectfully and considering how a decision affects the whole district.

Listening is not alignment. A conversation is not an endorsement.

Question 9

What does a welcoming district mean to you?

Accepted Answer

Every student and family deserves dignity, safety and respect. I reject discrimination and rhetoric that demeans or excludes others.

Disagreement will happen. I believe we can address difficult questions while treating people respectfully and keeping students’ education at the center of the discussion.

Question 10

What would transparency look like in your leadership?

Accepted Answer

I would explain the reasons behind my positions, acknowledge questions that still need answers and ask for clear information about costs, alternatives and results.

Transparency also requires respecting student privacy and confidential personnel matters. When information cannot be shared publicly, I would explain those limits as clearly as I can.

Question 11

Does an outside recommendation determine your positions?

Accepted Answer

No. My positions are my own. I ask voters to evaluate my experience, my stated commitments and how I approach decisions.

My responsibility would be to Keller ISD’s students, families, educators and taxpayers.

Question 12

How can I ask you a question?

Accepted Answer

I welcome conversations through Talk with Tommie events and my campaign’s contact form.

I value face-to-face discussion and also do my best to respond online. A missed comment does not mean your concern is unimportant. This page will grow as I address additional questions from our community.

How I Would Serve as Your Trustee

The Questions I Will Ask

Questions and Answers

Let’s Keep Talking

How I Would Serve as Your Trustee

The Questions I Will Ask

Questions and Answers

The Role of a TrusteeWhat do you see as a trustee’s responsibility?

Budget and AccountabilityHow would you approach the district’s budget?

School VouchersWhere do you stand on school vouchers?

Educational ChoicesDo you support educational choices for families?

Educational ChoicesWhat is your position on school books and educational materials?

One Keller ISDWould you support splitting Keller ISD?

Supporting EducatorsHow would you support teachers while expecting results?

Listening to FamiliesHow would you represent families who disagree with you?

One Keller ISDWhat does a welcoming district mean to you?

TransparencyWhat would transparency look like in your leadership?

Independent LeadershipDoes an outside recommendation determine your positions?

Connecting with TommieHow can I ask you a question?

Let’s Keep Talking