BY SHELBIE HAMILTON
Collin College board of trustees, Place 4
What are the biggest issues facing the district today, and how do you plan to address them? College students today face signi cant challenges, including rising tuition costs, limited access to nancial aid and the need for stronger job training programs that align with workforce demands. I plan to advocate for a ordable tuition, and I am committed to strengthening workforce training and certi cations.
If elected, what would be your top priorities?
My priorities are to enhance access to higher education, ensuring all students have opportunities to succeed. I am committed to investing in research and innovation to drive academic excellence. I aim to expand job training and advocate for broadening degree and certi cation programs.
Tamara Thomas Occupation & experience:
chiropractor, nonpro t executive, and ordained minister, leadership and governance, education and workforce development… 469-440-9534
A ordable tuition, growth management, and academic excellence and workforce development.
Career preparation and opportunities is one of the issues I am passionate about. Students often feel uncertain about their post-graduation prospects, whether due to a lack of job opportunities, insu cient career counseling, or an outdated curriculum. I plan to establish stronger relationships between the college and industry partners, creating internship…
Staci L. Weaver Occupation & experience: school superintendent, retired law enforcement o cer. I have 25 years experience in education, I am... 830-507-0706
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