Party: N/A; nonpartisan election

Ramirez Romero aims to establish improved channels of communication among teachers, parents, and administrators to address concerns, provide support, and foster dialogue. She plans to achieve this through regular on-campus and community-based initiatives that promote collaboration and facilitate two-way communication [1]. She believes that the need for more parental involvement in students’ education is one of the biggest issues Cy-Fair ISD is currently facing [4].

Ramirez Romero recognizes that investing in STEAM education will inspire students to become innovative, adept problem-solvers, and critical thinkers. Additionally, she intends to champion personalized learning approaches to accommodate diverse learning needs [1]. She believes that increases in funding should be directed towards investments in curriculum programs for students [4].

Ramirez Romero envisions supporting teachers by expanding early learning centers for the children of CFISD staff and providing Pre-K services to CFISD teachers. She also aims to establish a CFISD Teacher Task Force to tackle critical issues such as compensation, support, workload, and training. Ramirez Romero further intends to implement human resources initiatives, including pay grade adjustments and incentives for teacher recruitment, to address salary compression [1]. She plans on allocating increases in funding towards teacher salaries and hourly staff pay [4].

Ramirez Romero’s objectives include improving student achievement and well-being by boosting attendance rates and promoting college and career readiness. Moreover, she plans to advocate for student representation within educational institutions, whether through student advisory councils or student government, to ensure that all voices are heard [1]. She says that the state’s assessment and accountability system must be revised to effectively gauge students’ development and advancement over time, rather than relying solely on a single test.

Christine Kalmbach prioritizes the maintaining of a secure learning environment for students, faculty, and visitors in educational settings. She emphasizes the implementation of a range of measures and protocols to address potential risks and threats effectively. Acknowledging the collaborative nature of ensuring school safety, Christine believes we must build trust and foster strong relationships among school authorities, educators, students, parents, law enforcement, and the broader community. Her vision for CFISD is to establish a security standard that prioritizes the well-being of students, teachers, and staff alike [1].

Christine Kalmbach believes in fostering open communication, trust, and respect among parents, teachers, community members, and the school board. She plans on emphasizing policies that prioritize educational standards, comprehensive teacher training, and data-driven assessment strategies to improve student outcomes [1].

Kalmbach emphasizes that teachers must have the necessary resources to set students for success in order to improve student outcomes [4].

Christine Kalmbach believes that students in the district should have the opportunity to become proficient readers. She plans on prioritizing teacher training, development, and research to facilitate effective reading instruction. By utilizing various assessments, she aims to evaluate students’ reading, vocabulary, and comprehension abilities. Additionally, Christine advocates for a science-based literacy approach to empower students with the fundamental skills needed to excel in all academic subjects [1]. She wants to eliminate culture wars and radical ideologies from classrooms as she says it will indoctrinate students. Kalmbach believes teachers should adhere to curriculum standards that emphasize critical thinking skills instead [4].

Caldwell plans on enhancing security measures within Houston. As mayor, he will require businesses to apply for crime safety permits, which will fund additional police officers. He also wants to mandate the hiring of armed security or off-duty HPD officers during business hours in apartment complexes and in nuisance locations [2]. In his public safety plan for Houston, Caldwell outlines educating the youth on the dangers of firearms, monitoring parks through the establishment of the Park Police, and focusing on children’s safety [3].

Caldwell supports reform regarding mairjuana decriminalization. He advocates for a “Decline-to-Prosecute” policy as an equitable approach for marijuana decriminalization. Through this, he aims to eliminate arrests based on marijuana odor and presence, redirecting law enforcement resources to combat serious crimes. Further, he wants to address the systematic disparities that have stemmed from the War on Drugs [1].

Gaylon Caldwell hopes to strengthen Houston’s economy by investing in Downtown Houston. He believes that a city’s downtown is a key indicator of social and economic position, and hopes to see Houston’s downtown lined with food, entertainment, and other events [2].

Jackson Lee serves as chair of the Congressional Children’s Caucus to address challenges youth face including health care, crime, poverty, and neglect. She would like to expand youth programs to encourage kids to stay and excel in school. The First Focus Campaign for Children has awarded Sheila Jackson Lee as a “Champion for Children” [2].

Jackson Lee previously obtained millions of dollars in grant funding for the City of Houston Police Department [2].

Jackson Lee believes that we must end foreign sources of oil to become energy independent. She would like to work with Houston and the nation’s energy industry to craft an environmentally sound and economically viable energy policy [2].

Martone intends to maintain fiscal discipline and monitor crucial financial indicators, such as preserving a low tax rate, ensuring strong bond ratings, maintaining a healthy fund balance, and minimizing general administrative expenses. Moreover, she aims to prioritize professional development opportunities, technological advancements, classroom resources, and the safety of schools. To enhance the district’s funding prospects and bolster its resources, Martone also plans to explore potential partnerships with local businesses and organizations [1]. She also believes that the funding formula used by school districts is outdated and must be revised to fund public education. Further, she believes that the allotment from the state for funding operational expenses, such as teacher salaries, is inadequate [4].

To tackle behavioral issues, Martone aims to improve school safety through a comprehensive review of existing protocols, student codes of conduct, and state regulations. Additionally, she plans to collaborate with parents and families to share resources and create a nurturing environment that prioritizes mental well-being. With a focus on student security and data protection, Martone also seeks to reassess the efficacy of current internet firewalls and invest in robust cybersecurity strategies. Furthermore, to emphasize the educational environment, she aims to increase the presence of drug counselors and programs [1].

Martone plans on assisting teachers by expanding early learning centers for children of CFISD personnel and offering Pre-K programs to CFISD teachers. Martone further wants to establish a CFISD Teacher Task Force to address important concerns including pay, support, workload, and training. She also wants to develop HR initiatives like pay grade realignment and recruitment referral incentives for educators to address wage compression [1].

Hellyar believes that a small availability of housing in Houston has driven up prices and forced residents into the suburbs. He’d like to combat this by promoting the renovation and development of housing, updating the permitting system, and lifting parking mandates deemed unnecessary [1]. 

Hellyar advocates for investing in filling potholes and resurfacing roads to make Houston streets cleaner and safer [1]. 

Hellyar would like to create a better community environment by encouraging reliable garbage pickups, ensuring a constant flow of clean water, and increasing investments in public spaces [1].

 Hellyar would like to invest in flood prevention infrastructure to ensure a natural disaster like Hurricane Harvey won’t devastate Houston again. Specifically, he’d like to improve drainage and water retention infrastructure [1]. 

 Martinez would like to partner with local law enforcement to provide necessary tools and resources in order to enhance public safety [1].

Martinez would like to develop a deliberate strategy for constructing more senior, multi-family, and single-family housing throughout the City of Houston [1].

Martinez would also like to endorse local Houston schools and collaborate with colleges and universities to create opportunities for a robust workforce in District I [1].

Martinez pledges to encourage the transition toward a zero-emissions port while involving refineries and labor force as cooperative partners in cleaner, more efficient operations [1].

Davis supports stricter law enforcement and judges that keep tighter sentences on violent offenders. Davis believes that higher criminal activity will lead to people leaving the city of Houston, which is why addressing crime is one of his top priorities [2]. 

Davis supports increasing funding to repair streets and other public infrastructure [4].

Flynn Vilaseca advocates for more consideration of community input in the city budgeting and spending process. She believes that taxpayer dollars are being wasted and wants to implement more cost efficient strategies [1].

Flynn Vilaseca advocates for increased access to health care [1].