Education
Bachelors of Science Information Technology emphasis on Management of Information Systems
Experience
Served 1 term as a Trustee and I’ve served on and contributed to organizations including the Bobcat Council, the Community Based Accountability System (CBAS) Committee, Bobcat Moms, and the Celina Education Foundation
Celina ISD is home. As a single mom who raised my son here, I’ve seen firsthand the difference strong schools and faith-filled values make in a child’s life. My board service is rooted in years of community involvement, supporting the Celina Police Association (FOP) and actively participating in the Bobcat Council, Community Based Accountability System Committee, Bobcat Moms, and the Celina Education Foundation. These roles gave me ground-level insight into the real needs of our students and families long before I took my seat on the board. I’m running for re-election because that investment is far from finished, there’s still more to do!
A supportive learning environment starts with culture and culture starts with leadership. Celina ISD must have campuses that are safe, orderly, and grounded in consistent expectations for students and staff alike. When teachers feel valued and free from burnout, they bring their best to every classroom. When students have clear guardrails, engaged families, and believing adults beside them, they thrive.
Celina ISD’s academic results are strong a 98.2% graduation rate, STAAR scores outperforming both Region 10 and the state in every subject, and 84.8% of graduates College, Career, or Military Ready, reflecting 11% growth in a single year. These are outcomes worth protecting and building on.
I also want to expand how we measure success beyond traditional academics. As we grow our CTE programs in areas like culinary arts, FFA, robotics, and workforce training, I proactively advocated for GPA calculations to be changed to support this. Innovative on ways to develop meaningful metrics to track career readiness and entrepreneurial outcomes supporting student’s path to a successful future that is visible, valued, and supported.
Pay matters, but culture keeps people. When teachers feel heard, respected, and supported, they invest deeply in their campuses and students. The board must cultivate that culture through consistent expectations, reduced administrative burden, and genuine pathways for teacher voice and leadership.
Strong hiring practices matter too, when every colleague is held to the same high standard of character and competence, it creates an environment where great teachers want to stay.
Celina has the opportunity to be the district where exceptional educators choose to build their careers. That reputation is earned one decision at a time and it starts at the top.
Managing rapid growth while preserving strong academics, safe campuses, and core community values requires intentional planning. Supporting and retaining quality teachers, strengthening hiring practices, and keeping parents genuinely involved in their children’s education are equally critical as our district expands and the demands on it continue to increase.
I advocate for responsible growth planning, meaningful teacher engagement, and policies that put students first. Parent partnership, campus safety, and consistent district expectations guide every decision I make. My focus is preserving what makes Celina special while preparing thoughtfully for the growth ahead because the next three to five years will define our district’s future.
AI is already here, and our students will enter a workforce shaped by it. The question is not whether Celina ISD engages with AI, but how we do so responsibly.
Any AI policy must prioritize independent thinking above all else. A tool that thinks for a student is not education it is a shortcut that leaves them unprepared. Our policies must ensure students know how to think strategically, apply knowledge to real situations, and solve problems on their own. AI should be the instrument.
We must also establish clear guardrails around data privacy, age-appropriate access, and academic integrity. New technology should be adopted with intention.
As a fast growing district, we should continue protecting our fund balance, compensating our staff competitively, and building infrastructure that keeps pace with our growth. Our current fund balance stands at over $21 million, a reserve that took disciplined stewardship to build. In 2024, our board demonstrated that discipline by calling a VATRE that restructured the tax rate rather than raising it and delivering our sixth consecutive tax rate reduction. As we build our sixth, seventh, and eighth elementary schools, fiscal responsibility means ensuring bond funded construction does not outpace our operational capacity and that our existing campuses receive the maintenance investment they deserve.
Representation means being an advocate both behind closed doors and in open session. As a sitting trustee, I have seen how decisions improve when the right voices are at the table. I will hold the superintendent accountable for carrying out our mission educating students at the highest levels while instilling the faith-based, traditional values our community chose when they moved to Celina. That means cultivating a culture where parents, staff, and community members engage. Public comment is not a formality, it is essential governance. When concerns are raised in open session, they deserve genuine response, not mere acknowledgment. When our community trusts that their voices matter, we make better decisions for students.
Celina ISD faces several converging challenges demanding experienced, principled leadership. Rapid growth requires that three new elementary schools be managed without compromising our fund balance. The recent investigations surrounding district leadership must be addressed through transparency and restored community trust. Teacher recruitment and retention remains critical as we expand, and the current compensation review must translate into action. As districts across Texas face pressure to compromise on curriculum, on parental involvement, on the values that define us we must hold the line. I will continue to do just that!
Experience
Professionally, I spent more than 40 years as a senior leader with PepsiCo Global R&D, focused on strategic planning, growth, and responsible decision-making. Locally, I’ve served on the Celina Education Foundation, as President of the Celina Rotary
Campaign Phone
4699527182
Celina is a special community, and like many families here, our lives are deeply connected to the school district. My family and I have spent years volunteering and supporting students, teachers, and school programs. Professionally, I bring more than 30 years of executive leadership experience managing operations, infrastructure, and growth. As Celina continues to expand rapidly, I believe that experience can help the district plan responsibly while maintaining the strong educational experience our community expects.
A supportive learning environment starts with strong systems and thoughtful planning. When schools are well designed, properly staffed, and equipped with the right resources, teachers can focus on teaching and students can focus on learning. The board’s role is to ensure safe facilities, manageable class sizes, and the operational support educators need to succeed. When we plan well and support our teachers, we create an environment where students feel safe, teachers feel valued, and learning can thrive.
Celina ISD already performs well academically and maintaining that level of excellence as we grow is important. I want to ensure students graduate prepared for whatever path they choose from college, career, or trade. The district should continue monitoring indicators such as graduation readiness, academic growth, career certifications, and participation in career and technical education. Success should be measured by whether students leave Celina ISD confident and prepared for the future.
Great schools are built by great teachers and retaining them requires more than compensation. The district should focus on strong campus leadership, reasonable workloads, and supportive professional environments where teachers feel respected and heard. That includes providing classroom resources, maintaining manageable class sizes, and ensuring teachers have the support staff they need. When teachers feel supported and growth is planned responsibly, they can focus on helping students succeed.
Celina is one of the fastest-growing communities in North Texas and managing that growth responsibly is one of the district’s biggest challenges. Facilities, transportation, staffing, and infrastructure must keep pace with enrollment. Growth requires careful planning, so our schools are never playing catch-up. My professional background includes leading large organizations through periods of rapid growth, and I believe the board must take a proactive approach to long-term planning.
Technology is evolving rapidly and will continue to influence education. The district should approach these tools thoughtfully. Policies should ensure technology supports learning while protecting academic integrity and student privacy.
Managing the district’s finances requires balancing responsible spending with long-term planning. As enrollment grows, we must ensure taxpayer dollars are used efficiently while maintaining strong schools. The board must focus on transparency, prioritizing investments that directly support student learning, and planning carefully for facilities and infrastructure needs. Strong financial oversight helps ensure the district remains stable as it continues to grow.
Board members must remain accessible to parents, teachers, and community members. That means attending school events, speaking with educators, and staying engaged in the community beyond board meetings. Celina is a close-knit community, and maintaining those connections helps ensure decisions reflect the needs of students, families, and staff.
Student safety must always be the top priority for any school district. At the same time, Celina ISD must manage rapid growth while protecting the culture and academic excellence that make this district strong. Growth brings opportunity, but it requires careful planning. Facilities, staffing, and infrastructure must keep pace so students continue receiving the high-quality education families expect.
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