State Board of Education, District 5District race (Texas) · 2 candidates
In their own words
Mica Arellano
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Allison Bush
WebsiteBallotpedia- Key message 1
Texas faces a teacher crisis driven by shortages, burnout, and low pay. Allison Bush knows what it's like to be in the classroom, and she will fight for policies that reduce paperwork, provide resources, improve teacher retention, and restore dignity to the teaching profession. …
- Key message 2
No child should fall behind simply because of where they live or which school they attend. Texas has allowed unchecked charter expansion without proper oversight, diverting critical resources from traditional public schools, the backbone of our communities. …
- Key message 3
Every student in Texas deserves a classroom where learning, not politics, comes first. Allison Bush will fight to protect accurate history education, age-appropriate health education, and safe, inclusive school campuses while ensuring teachers have the trust and autonomy to do their jobs effectively. …
- Supporting Teachers
Texas faces a teacher crisis driven by shortages, burnout, and low pay. Allison knows what it’s like to be in the classroom, and she will fight for policies that reduce paperwork, provide resources, improve retention, and restore dignity to the teaching profession.
- Campaign statement
As a former educator and proud union member, Allison believes teachers should never be used as political pawns or punching bags. She sees education as a collective effort to prepare students for the future, not a platform for advancing partisan agendas. …
- Campaign statement
Supporting teachers also means supporting their well-being. Classroom management is tied not only to student mental health, but also to the mental health of educators who face increasing pressures. …
- Fair Funding & Accountability
No child should fall behind simply because of where they live or which school they attend. While some charter schools may provide benefits, the reality is that Texas has allowed unchecked charter growth without proper oversight. …
- Campaign statement
All schools receiving taxpayer dollars—whether traditional public or charter—must be held to the same high academic standards, fiscal transparency, and accountability. …