Election
BY BRITTANY ANDERSON
Voter Guide
2024
Dates to know
Where to vote
April 22: First day of early voting April 23: Last day to apply for ballot by mail (received, not postmarked) April 30: Last day of early voting May 4: Election day and the last day to receive ballot by mail (or May 6 if carrier envelope is postmarked by 7 p.m. at location of election)
Anyone registered to vote in Travis County can vote at any polling location in the county. Travis County will announce polling locations after the Commissioners Court approves them at an upcoming meeting.
Candidates for Pflugerville ISD Board of Trustees Place 2
Melissa Lee Occupation: Volunteer & Community Advocate
Charlie Torres Occupation: Retired and Education & Community Advocate Relevant experience: Trustee; Education Foundation leadership; PfISD SHAC and District committees; PTO and HHS- FFA; Teacher advocate. www.facebook.com/torresfortrustee
Relevant experience: District involvement: advocate, guest educator, volunteer, PTO Leader. Background: corporate finance, strategic planning, analytics. http://tinyurl.com/5bvfpdss
Why are you running for this position? I’m running because my time volunteering in our schools supporting students and staff, building relationships, and advocating through letters and public comments has helped me gain understanding and interest in critical issues facing PfISD. These experiences have heightened my commitment to our kids, compelling me to seek a trustee role. If elected, what is your No. 1 priority to address? My foremost commitment, if elected, is assessing the district’s financial standing, aiming to minimize the impact of financial decisions on students and staff, safeguarding educational opportunities within PfISD. Preserving the integrity of public education is vital to unlocking the full potential of our community and fostering a thriving academic environment.
If elected, what is your No. 1 priority to address? My priority is addressing the educational needs of our 25,000-plus PfISD students, supporting their journey to post-graduation success. Our diverse district requires enriched educational experiences, both in and out of the classroom. We must support our educators and ensure equitable access to quality education, fostering academic achievement for all. Why are you running for this position? I’m running for the school board because I am passionately committed to advocating for the comprehensive educational needs of all PfISD students. My goal is to enhance community awareness, foster strong support and encourage active district participation to ensure our students succeed now and in the future.
Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents. Answers may have been edited or cut to adhere to those guidelines, or for style and clarity. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.
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