Election
Austin ISD board of trustees District 2
Why are you running for the Austin ISD board of trustees?
What is the biggest challenge facing the district and how would you address it?
As a Title I student who graduated from AISD schools, I know what it looks like when AISD puts their best foot forward. I would like to be a true voice for our often overlooked communities, because I know firsthand how it feels to be left out.
The district is looking at a large budget deficit. The state continues to put AISD between a rock and a hard place by underfunding our schools and creating costly mandates. I have state appropriations experience and I’m excited to bring my skill set and legislative relationships to the board.
LaRessa Quintana Experience: Former AISD student and graduate, Policy advocate, Community advocate www.laressaforaisd.com
I want to bring my education experience to the dais to advocate for equity-based solutions and be part of student-centered growth. As a parent of biracial children, I know students who share in a marginalized experience in underfunded schools are chronically underserved. I am committed to changing that history.
Our budget shortfall and the distribution of special education services are our two biggest challenges. In D2, we should be leveraging community support to equitable distribute resources, staff all positions, and partner with community organizations to better address dual language needs. We must have more transparent disclosures of our budget.
Sarah Ivory Experience: Public school teacher, coach, behavior specialist, administrator and mentor; AISD parent www.ivoryforaisd.com
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. Community Impact was unable to contact candidate Nick Franke. For more election coverage, go to www.communityimpact.com/voter-guide.
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