Transparency Isn’t a Buzzword. It’s a Responsibility.

When I first ran for school board last year, I was concerned—but hopeful. I believed that if we asked the right questions, shared the facts, and brought people to the table, we could address our challenges with unity and purpose.

But over the past year, what I’ve seen has reinforced one truth: we cannot solve what we are unwilling to confront. And that begins with transparency.

We Deserve Better Than Confusion and Closed Doors

Eanes ISD is known for excellence—but maintaining that reputation requires openness. Unfortunately, recent decisions have left many in our community feeling confused and unheard. Between 2022 and 2023, the district moved forward with a new administration building and a $131 million bond without a long-term facilities plan—despite clear data showing declining enrollment and excess elementary capacity.

In 2024, discussions to close Valley View Elementary began months before broader community engagement. One board member even asked which closure would result in “the least amount of angry parents.” Meanwhile, an 18-month long-range facilities plan—affecting every elementary school—was unveiled in an unpublished April 2025 meeting with no formal rollout or community presentation.

At the same time, public messaging around our performance paints only part of the picture. Yes, Eanes is a strong district—but U.S. News rankings year over year have dropped over 100 spots. SAT scores are down by nearly 100 points. One in three third graders isn’t meeting math benchmarks, and teacher turnover is more than twice the national average. Our district faces a $7 million deficit and shrinking enrollment, yet the public is often reassured with a simplified #1 ranking rather than a full view of the challenges we face.

We’ve also seen important financial opportunities go unexplored. A proposal from a local partner that was dismissed without meaningful engagement. A legally binding $915,000 donation offer to sustain the Spanish Immersion program was declined, not due to legal issues—but because the funds weren’t "in hand."

Finally, cost savings projections shared with the public have changed drastically after Board decisions were finalized. One estimate—used to justify school closures and cuts—was reduced by 30% just two weeks after the Board vote. That doesn’t inspire confidence. It invites skepticism.

A Smarter, More Open Path Forward

Here’s the good news: we can do better. We have a community full of talent, care, and creativity. And we can chart a new course—one that builds trust instead of breaking it.

If elected, I will prioritize:

✅ Proactive Communication: No more surprises. Let’s talk openly about what’s being considered before decisions are made.

✅ Financial Transparency: Public dashboards and clear updates, so families understand how dollars are spent and why.

✅ Community-Centered Planning: Real engagement—not just feedback forms after the fact.

✅ Fact-Based Leadership: I’ll explain every vote and the data behind it, because trust starts with honesty.

Eanes is still a district of extraordinary promise. But we must rebuild trust, restore clarity, and return to transparent governance that puts students and families first.

Let’s bring sunlight to every decision. Let’s empower our community with information and voice. Let’s lead with integrity.

We are not powerless. We are just getting started.