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Melissa Dungan: Conroe ISD Board of Trustees Candidate

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Hello Woodlands gave the opportunity to candidates running for Conroe ISD Board of Trustees to complete a written interview including the same five (5) questions. View candidate’s responses to our questions, if provided.

The Conroe Independent School District election for Trustee Positions 1, 2, and 3 will be November 8, 2022. Board members are elected for four (4) year terms.

CONROE ISD BOARD OF TRUSTEES – 2022 CANDIDATE

Melissa Dungan is running for Conroe ISD Board of Trustees Position 2.

1. Share about yourself and your background.

I am first and foremost a Christian. My faith guides every aspect of my life including my roles as wife and mother – and will also influence my decisions as a school board trustee. I am an Oil and Gas Compliance Manager and have spent the last 17 years overseeing multi-million dollar environmental projects. These roles have equipped me to successfully manage the Conroe ISD budget and resolve fiscal issues. Being married to a former Conroe ISD assistant principal and coach, I have a very good understanding of our district, our leadership, and the areas for improvement. My eyes were further opened to the various concerns across our district when I served on the CISD ESSER III Task Force in 2021.

2. What motivates you to run for the Conroe ISD Board of Trustees?

The current lack of transparency and leadership on the CISD board is a huge motivator for me. Our students, teachers, and staff deserve board members who are willing to fight for what is right, especially when it comes to the well-being of our students. I want to restore parents’ rights in education and ensure CISD is a safe learning environment that reflects the wholesome values of our community.

3. What are 5 things that you want voters to know about you (personal, points, views, experience, etc.)?

I am passionate about education. In addition to marrying an educator, my family is primarily comprised of educators, including my mother. I have been surrounded by educators my entire life and have a deep appreciation and respect for the work that goes into training the leaders of tomorrow. Our public education system has taken a dangerous turn over the past two decades. I will work tirelessly to refocus Conroe ISD so students come first, our teachers are supported, and our campuses are safe again.

4. If elected, what would your top 3 priorities be?

My first priority is student performance and safety. Students need a safe learning environment with rigorous curriculum focused on the core subjects. I also want to ensure our students with special needs and learning disabilities have the resources they need to be successful in the classroom. Second, I will focus on teacher retention. Our teachers are walking away in shocking numbers – something has to change. My third priority is the CISD budget and spend profile. As a board member, we have a duty to listen to our constituents and be fiscally responsible.

5. Would you like to share any other words or message?

It is crucial for our Conroe ISD community to vote for their values this election and stand up for our children. Our children deserve a quality education with rich learning opportunities – not educational distractions like CRT.

Learn more about Melissa Dungan:

Visit the Hello Woodlands 2022 Election Guide for the Conroe ISD Board of Trustees Candidates to view all candidates, interviews, and voting information here.

Visit the Conroe ISD Trustees Elections page to learn more about the November 8, 2022 election here.

Please note that Hello Woodlands is an unbiased, nonpartisan news source that does not support only one party or candidate. We do not accept or receive advertising or funding from any candidate, party or group. We believe in providing the community with educational information, credible facts, thoroughly researched topics and articles, and to be a voice for ALL members in our community.

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