Every decision I make will be focused on maximizing outcomes for students. That may seem obvious, but even good intentions can place adult issues ahead of the needs of students. Using good data, my decisions will put kids first.

Teachers are the most important part of maximizing student outcomes. First, we must pay teachers more, train and support them well, and provide an excellent working environment. Second, we must continue celebrating great teachers and encourage others with performance-based pay that rewards excellence and effectiveness.

Parents are key drivers in their kids’ education, and they should always feel welcome in our schools. I will listen to parents as they seek the best for their kids.

We must keep innovating and never settle. I will encourage a culture where new ideas are welcomed with a “yes and” mentality, while maintaining urgency because every student matters.

Trustees have a duty to be excellent stewards of the resources the taxpayers have graciously given to Dallas ISD. As a partner in a law firm, I am a small business owner. I have also represented many clients navigating important challenges in the lives of their companies, working extensively with their budgets and finances. I am an experienced professional committed to fiscal responsibility, healthy accountability, and full transparency.