George Edwards, Jr.

George Edwards. Jr.

George Edwards, Jr. will run for Position 2 in the 2023 Cypress Fairbanks ISD Board of Trustees Election and drew the No. 3 ballot position.

Position 2, Ballot Position 3

• Application for Place on Ballot
• Campaign Treasurer Appointment
• Code of Fair Campaign Practices 
• Pre-Election Campaign Finance Report (30th day before election)
• Pre-Election Campaign Finance Report (8th day before election)
• Post-Election Campaign Finance Final Report

YEARS IN CFISD: 41
SUBDIVISION: Towne Lake 
OCCUPATION: Retired - CPA Exxon Mobil 
SPOUSE: DeBra D. Edwards 
CHILDREN: Darin - Graduation 1991 - Cy-Fair High School - George III - Graduation 1999 - Cy-Falls High School - Brian - Graduation 2005 - Langham Creek High School 

Why did you choose to live in CFISD?

We chose to live in CFISD due to the reputation of the school district and its proximity to Houston. 

Are you currently a CFISD volunteer? If so, what school(s)?

Yes, CFISD Community Leadership Committee 

Have you been a CFISD volunteer in the past (include years)?

 

List your participation in CFISD school and/or district parent clubs, business partnerships and/or committees.

Former CFISD Board Member - 1995
Chair - CFISD Diverse Task Force - created the original Portrait of a CFISD graduate
Chair - CFISD Community Counsel on Education
Bus Buddy

Include any other areas in which you have supported CFISD not included in previous question.

Veteran Day - Keynote speaker at Rennell Elementary and Anthony Middle school
Salute to the Stars Gala - represented Towne Lake for several years

List local organizations in which you currently participate, including offices held.

Second Baptist Church - Deacon and Bible Study Director 

Considering your skills and talents, what positive contribution would you make as a member of the Board of Trustees?

- U.S. Army Veteran
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Former CFISD Board Member 39-year Exxon Mobil Retiree
As a certified public accountant (CPA), I bring financial experience to the board that would be useful in maintaining fiscal responsibility in the budget-making process Additionally, as a former CFISD board member, I bring insight into high expectations and standards for student success.

What are the responsibilities of the Board of Trustees?

The Board of Trustees set policies to govern the school district, hire and evaluate the superintendent, adopt the budget, and provide a listening ear to the community. 

What role do positive trustee relations on the Board play in affecting student success?

Positive trustee relations play an important role in student success. Trustees with positive relations are able to focus significant attention on ensuring high standards and expectations for student success are sustained throughout the district.

What critical challenges face the district, and what are possible solutions to address those issues?

Too many students in the district are not reading on grade level. This challenge must be addressed head-on so that our parents, teachers, and taxpayers will continue to have confidence in CFISD's reputation. Increasing parental involvement in student education, in addition to greater attention to reading practices, is paramount.