Election
Pearland ISD position 1
KEY: *Incumbent
Toni Carter* Occupation & experience:
Chris Counts Occupation & experience: Contractor for centerpoint in damage prevention at WSB
Rich Bradley Occupation & experience:
Homemaker, stay-at-home mom; former building materials industry worker; PISD volunteer … Facebook: Toni Carter, PISD Trustee, Position 1
Emergency physician, serves on District Educational Improvement Council, band dad Facebook: Rich Bradley for Pearland ISD Board of Trustees Position #1
What motivated you to run for the board of trustees?
When I initially ran in 2020, my motivation was to give back to the district that had served my own sons so well. I also sought to foster a better relationship between the district and the community. Today, I am running because, with our change in leadership, I have seen ...
I wanted to run for the board, because I see a lot of social media, I have experienced this as well, lack of communication between teachers and parents. I have also seen an increase in complaints about bullying without any repercussions to the bully. I also would like to see ...
I’m running for the board of trustees because I believe we all share a responsibility to serve our community. My motivation comes from a lifelong sense of duty to give back. This role allows me to contribute my experience in a way that strengthens our community, state and nation.
If elected, what will be your top priorities for the district over the next three years?
To continue to find and address our weak spots, especially in special education. To maintain a balanced budget in the face of declining enrollment and state rate compression. To continue to advocate for public education and our district specifically at the state level to ensure the sustainability of free, quality …
Build bridges between parents and teachers. Eliminate bullying. Everyone should feel safe.
If elected, my priorities are clear: supporting every student to achieve their full potential, ensuring responsible stewardship of district and taxpayer resources, and strengthening campus safety. My experience as an emergency physician, firefighter and emergency management professional guides my commitment to a safe, effective and student‑focused district.
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