Key Facts
Background
Dr. Jill Metcalfe graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Agriculture and Construction Science. She then went on to earn her Masters of Education from Sam Houston State University and her Doctor of Education from the University of Houston. She previously worked for Aldine ISD as Assistant Director of Transportation for 5 years, and Executive Director of Transportation for 3 years [1]. She is currently the Director of Transportation and Global Logistics Center at Lone Star College where she has been working for 3 years [1, 2].
Key Issues
Budget
Dr. Metcalfe wants to review purchases based on investment return to increase operational efficiency [3].
Teachers
Dr. Metcalfe supports higher compensation packages and more professional development activities in order to recruit and retain more teachers [3].
Endorsements
Ryan Boyce, CBES Texas Association of School Boards; Emmanuel Guerrero, District C Pasadena City Council; Marisa Weisinger, Executive Director of Texas Association for Pupil Transportation; National Association for Pupil Transportation Board of Directors