The decision is made by the people who came to vote.
The implications of the March 5 election are particularly significant for public education. The legislators we elect to the Texas Legislature will make important decisions that impact students, teachers, families, and local public schools.
In 2022, 46 percent of registered voters in Texas voted in the November general election. However, only 18% of registered voters voted in either primary earlier that year. This means that decisions are made by a relatively small group of Texans.
Making your voice heard starts by voting in the upcoming primary election. The primaries will determine how much funding local schools receive, whether state lawmakers will increase teacher pay or allocate additional money to support unfunded mandates for school safety and security. can be determined.
For this reason, public education supporters need to actively participate in this year's primaries. Early voting will take place from February 20th to March 1st, and voting day is March 5th. Registered voters in Texas can vote in either party's primary. For more information on how to vote and where to vote, visit votetexas.gov.
We encourage all registered voters to do their homework and learn about candidates and their positions before voting. It's also important to find ways to engage with candidates and ask about their positions on education and other important issues.
This spring, we must all take our responsibility as citizens seriously and play a role in determining the candidates who will be on the November general election ballot.
Once you vote, encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to go vote. You have influence over others, even if it's a small group. The future of our public schools and our state depends on how many voices are heard.
On behalf of the school and community,
Superintendents of Grayson and Fannin Counties
David Kirkbride, Denison ISD
Tyson Bennett, Sherman ISD
Tricia Meek, Bells ISD
Kelly Trompler, Bonham ISD
Matt Davenport, Collinsville ISD
Bruce Maupin, Dodd City ISD
Jennifer Morris, Ector ISD
Brad Lane, Fanindell ISD
Scott Martindale, Gunter ISD
Todd Morrison, Honey Grove ISD
Kevin Wilson, Howe ISD
Brad Maxwell, Leonard ISD
Kevin Matthews, Pottsboro ISD
Steve Arthur (interim), Sam Rayburn ISD
Sam Tully, Savoy ISD
Jeff Russell, S&S CISD
Josh Ballinger, Tioga ISD
Steve Goodman, Tom Bean ISD
Jeremy Strickland, Trenton ISD
David Brown, Van Alstyne ISD
Ryan Harper, Whitesboro ISD
Brian Garner, Whitelight ISD
