Endorsements

Current & Former Elected Officials

Trustee Edwin Flores

Trustee Edwin Flores

The Honorable John Turner

Honorable John Turner

The Honorable Ron Kirk

Honorable Ron Kirk

Trustee Phil Ritter

Trustee Phil Ritter

Senator Nathan Johnson

Senator Nathan Johnson

The Honorable Dustin Marshall

Honorable Dustin Marshall

Mayor Terry Lynne

Mayor Terry Lynne

The Honorable Andy Sommerman

Honorable Andy Sommerman

Honorable Jason Villalba

Honorable Jason Villalba

Honorable Jack Lowe, Jr

Honorable Jack Lowe, Jr

Honorable Margaret Keliher

Honorable Margaret Keliher

Honorable Wade Emmert

Chairman Wade Emmert

Honorable David Neumann

Honorable David Neumann

Honorable Ron Natinsky

Honorable Ron Natinsky

Bruce Arfsten, Mayor of Addison

Mayor Bruce Arfsten

Organization Endorsements

The Dallas Morning News
Educate Dallas
For The Kids

What Local Leaders Are Saying

“Lance Currie is not just a candidate; he is a commitment to the future of education in Dallas. Having served our community diligently, I am confident that Lance possesses the passion, vision, and dedication needed to carry forward the torch of educational excellence. As I retire from my role as a trustee, I wholeheartedly endorse Lance Currie to build upon the progress we’ve made and to lead Dallas Independent School District with integrity, innovation, and a profound commitment to the success of every student.”

-Trustee Edwin Flores

“Public education is the paramount issue in our communities. I am supporting Lance for Dallas ISD Trustee because I know that he is a true public education champion. His kids attend Dallas ISD, he comes from a family of educators, and his dedicated volunteer experience in Dallas ISD make him the standout candidate in this race. Lance is ready to focus on improving student outcomes, working to support teachers, and being the reliable advocate our local schools need.”

-Honorable John Turner

“I am excited to support Lance in his campaign for Dallas ISD.  His business and legal background, coupled with his experience in our schools and with his own children in Dallas ISD, makes him an ideal candidate.  I am confident he will be an effective, thoughtful and passionate advocate for all kids in Dallas ISD.”

-Honorable Ron Kirk

“Lance Currie is a thoughtful, committed education advocate with a track record of turning collaboration into action. As a current Dallas College trustee, I wholeheartedly endorse Lance for Dallas ISD trustee. He will continue the great partnerships between Dallas College and Dallas ISD, and I am confident he will excel in representing the best interests of our community.”

-Trustee Phil Ritter

“Being an effective Trustee means having a laser focus on making decisions in the best interests of kids. Lance has spent years preparing for this role to ensure he is the best Trustee possible for District 1 students and families and I am confident that his passion for public education and his policy knowledge will make him an exceptional advocate for our Dallas ISD kids.”

-Honorable Dustin Marshall

“I proudly endorse Lance Currie for Dallas ISD trustee in District 1. As a Dallas County Commissioner, I am deeply committed to the welfare of our community’s children. I’ve known Lance as an attorney and advocate, and I know he is also committed to justice and equity for the students and teachers of Dallas ISD. With Lance Currie at the helm, I am confident that every child in Dallas ISD will have a tireless champion in their corner.”

-Honorable Andy Sommerman

“Lance Currie, my friend for many years, has been a champion of public schools in our community.  As a former elected State Legislator for this region, and as the father of three children enrolled in Dallas independent public schools, I know that Lance is dedicated to the children of our local schools. Please vote for Lance as your next Dallas Independent School Trustee.”

-Honorable Jason Villalba

“Lance is a proven advocate for education, with a track record of effective leadership. His unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment aligns seamlessly with the needs of the Dallas Independent School District. I am pleased to endorse Lance Currie for his dedication to shaping a brighter future for our students.”

-Honorable Margaret Keliher

“I know Lance, and I know his heart. He cares deeply about our schools and our kids. He seeks the truth and listens respectfully. When the time comes, he makes considered judgments, guided by the best interests of the kids. Without hesitation I would trust my kids to Lance, and you can too.”

-Chairman Wade Emmert

“Lance is a proven advocate for education, with a track record of effective leadership. His unwavering commitment to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment aligns seamlessly with the needs of the Dallas Independent School District. I am pleased to endorse Lance Currie for his dedication to shaping a brighter future for our students.”

-Honorable Ron Natinsky

Community Members

Aaron Burke
Adam Kraus
Alex & Cece More
Alex More
Amanda Ylitalo
Andrea Perez & Ethan Minshull
Ann & Tim Gavin
Anne & Terry Conner
April & Keith Ogboenyiya
Arynn Yaeger & Jacob Otiker
Ashleigh Currie
Avery Williams
Bennita & Bill Davis
Bob Carter
Bobby & Lottye Lyle
Brent Rubin
Bret Madole
Brian Shaw
Bridgett Neely
Brittany Palmer
Bruce & Sophie Collins
Calvert Collins-Bratton
Carl & Linda Bell
Caroline & Mark Pfeiffer
Cathy Altman
Chad Ray
Charles Johnson
Charles Jordan
Christie Newkirk
Dan Meader
Darwin Deason
Dave Wishnew
David & Ann Drumm
David & Loretta Currie
David E. Colmenero
David Guedry
Deborah & Jim Nugent
Debran & Kevin O’Neil
Diana & Heath Einstein
Dorlin & Brandon Karas
Doug Deason
Drex & Joanna Owusu
Dwain & Patsy Fuller
Dupree Scovell
Emily Gossett
Gary Elliston
Gary & Carol Kelly

George Lee
Gibson Strickland
Glen & Keisha Hill
Glenn Pense
Hanna Koshi
Jako & Aurora Garos
James A. Moyers
Jason & Tameka Mattox
Jason Katz
Jay Barksdale
Jeff Tillotson
Jennifer & Thomas Morris
Jerad & Ashley Romo
Jessica & Brent Whitson
Jill Emery
Joe Ruzicka
John & Anne Andersen
Joshua & Erin Terry
Karol & Larry Omlor
Kassi Yukevich
Kate Knight
Kate Valent
Katherine & Adrian Bakke
Katie Anderson
Ken Barth
Ken Carroll
Kevin & Layla Vela
Kevin & Melissa Malonson
Kezia & Martin Stegemoeller
Kristin & Ryan Boyd
Kyle Cavin
Larry Kohn
Laura Hebert
Lauren Ortega
Libby McCabe
Linda G Rogers
Lindsay Billingsley
Lindsey Eason
Lisa & Duane Reagan
Logan Currie
Maggie & Robert Murchison
Mahesh & Sarika Gehani
Manuel Berrelez
Marc Gravely
Mark Domiteaux
Mark C. Howard
Mark Melton

Mark Werbner
Marnie Glaser
Martha Ylitalo
Matthew Domiteaux
Maurice West
Megan & John Hughet
Michael Gagne
Michael Lin
Michele & Bob Axley
Mike Ablon
Mike Birrer
Mike Considine
Molly & Turner Deckert
Monica & Richard Latin
Nancy Natinsky
Nate Christensen
Neil Burger
Pam Meyercord
Peter Brodsky
Randy Mulry
Rebecca Currie
Richard & Terri Rohan
Rob Bogdanowicz
Robb & Daphne LaMontagne
Robert Crawford
Robert Manley
Robert Rogers
Rodney Lawson
Ross Williams
Rudy Rodriguez
Sally & Adam Hodge
Scott Jackson
Sonya & Mark Mathisen
Stephanie & Greg Moore
Stephanie & Mark Buholz
Stephen Love
Steve Cotton
Steve & Gail Brookshire
Susan & Al Hall
Thomas Connor
Tierni Thompson-Sulgrove
Tobias Smith
Tom Dettmer
Tre’ Black
Troy & Cayce Ashby
Vicki & Mike Harrison