State
Member, State Board of Education, District 13
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The 15-member State Board of Education sets curriculum standards for Texas public schools, reviews and adopts instructional materials, sets graduation requirements and oversees the Texas Permanent School Fund.
The Republican primary nominee, April Williams Moore, was declared ineligible; Carlos (Charlie) Garza is the Republican candidate on the general-election list.
Education
Carlos (Charlie) GarzaRepublican
No documented position found.
Tiffany ClarkDemocratic
- Supports an improved state test aligned with Texas standards.
- Supports community-based training for college and career readiness.
- Supports recognizing student and cultural diversity in schools.
- Led adding African American and Mexican American studies in DeSoto ISD.In office
Health & human services
Carlos (Charlie) GarzaRepublican
No documented position found.
Tiffany ClarkDemocratic
- Supports mental health services for students and school staff.
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