Amber Feller Landrum

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As a Trustee, this question does not fall decisions I would be need to make. Personally, I am adopted and am grateful the choice that was made to give me up to the most incredible parents that raised me!

As a Trustee, this is not an issue that falls within the responsibilities or decisions of a school board. I believe these are deeply personal issues that are best addressed outside of my role as a Trustee. Personally, I am adopted, and I am grateful for the choice my biological mother made to give me up for adoption and for the incredible parents who raised me.

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I understand the concern that student loan forgiveness can shift costs to taxpayers who may not have student debt. At the same time, I believe higher education is an important investment in our communities and economy. As a school board trustee, however, student loan policy is not an issue I would be responsible for deciding. My focus is on preparing students for success, whether they choose college, career, or another path.

I strongly support government funding of public education from Pre-K through college. A strong public education system benefits students, families, communities, and our economy. Every student should have access to a high-quality education regardless of their family’s financial circumstances. As a school board trustee, my focus is on ensuring our public schools have the resources needed to help every student succeed.

To me, separation of church and state means public schools should be welcoming and safe places for every student, regardless of their religious beliefs or whether they practice a religion at all. Schools should respect and protect the rights of all students while ensuring that no particular religion is promoted or imposed. Every child deserves to feel included, respected, and safe at school.

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Immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility, not one that falls within the duties of a school board Trustee. I believe our schools should be safe, welcoming places where every student can learn without fear. My responsibility as a Trustee is to support the safety, education, and well-being of every student in our district.

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I believe decisions regarding abortion and gender-affirming care are private family matters and should be made by parents in consultation with their children and their healthcare providers. These are not services a school district provides nor decisions that should be directed by a school board. My focus as a Trustee is ensuring students have a safe, supportive school environment where they can learn and thrive.

Agree

I believe safe and orderly schools are essential for student learning. At the same time, all behavior is a form of communication, and discipline should be fairly and consistently administered with learning and growth at the center. Consequences do not have to be punitive. They should help students understand the impact of their choices, learn from them, and develop the skills needed to make better choices moving forward.

Agree

I believe students should receive a thorough education about America’s founding documents, history, and the principles upon which our government was established. Students should be encouraged to understand both our nation’s accomplishments and its challenges. I also believe education should inform and encourage thoughtful civic engagement, allowing students to develop their own understanding, not dictate what students should believe.

Strongly Disagree

The U.S. Department of Education plays an important role in protecting students’ rights and ensuring programs such as those under IDEA are implemented and monitored. States and local communities have important responsibilities, but federal oversight helps ensure protections are consistent for students with disabilities. I support identifying and reducing waste and inefficiency, but not eliminating the department and the important safeguards under their wing.

I support age-appropriate, medically accurate instruction on human anatomy, reproductive health, abstinence, consent, contraception, pregnancy and fetal development, and the physical and emotional aspects of relationships. Parents should have a meaningful role in these conversations. Instruction should be factual and respectful, without promoting particular beliefs or behaviors, and should help students make informed, responsible decisions.

Strongly Disagree

I disagree. When a student is not enrolled in a school district, the district does not receive funding associated with that student, yet UIL participation requires district resources such as coaches, facilities, uniforms, and trainers. It is also difficult to ensure academic eligibility is applied fairly when students are enrolled in two different education systems. This is about resources and fairness, not discrimination.

This is an impossible task. Who gets to decide which subjects are more important for each student? This list is exactly why public education spans 12 years: to expose students to a wide variety of subjects and opportunities while allowing them to discover their interests, strengths, and passions. Our goal should be to give students a strong foundation and the opportunity to find the path that is right for them.

Neutral

I disagree with the statement as written. I absolutely believe schools should prioritize academic achievement and character development, but for many reasons- not simply to preserve American traditions. Schools should help students develop critical thinking, responsibility, resilience, empathy, and the skills they need to succeed in life. Students should also learn about our history, government, and civic responsibilities while being prepared to contribute to an ever-changing world.

Disagree

I am not opposed to competition, but it does not guarantee public schools will improve. I believe the competition should be equal. If a private school receives taxpayer funds, it should be held to the same financial and academic accountability standards as public schools. Those receiving public dollars should also be subject to the same open records requirements so taxpayers can see how their money is being spent. Public funding should come with public accountability.

Disagree

I disagree with the statement as written. However, the broader issues listed here are not decisions that fall within the role of a school board Trustee. Regarding school athletics, UIL establishes the rules that school districts must follow for participation. As a Trustee, my responsibility is to ensure our district follows applicable laws and UIL rules while providing a safe, respectful environment for all students.

I am a Christian. I have been a Christian since I was six years old when I attended a backyard Bible club.My religious beliefs have guided my personal decision making for my entire life and, ideally, I want everyone to believe what I do. However, I also DEEPLY believe in separation of church and state. I respect other people’s choice of religion, or to not practice any religion whatsoever, and honestly, welcome the diversity in thought. Public schools must be welcoming and beneficial for ALL students- no matter their religion, skin color, sexuality or socioeconomic status. I have and will continue to make decisions in the best interest of ALL children because children are not red or blue!

Strongly Agree

Parents have a fundamental right and responsibility to direct their children’s education and well-being. Texas has already codified these parental rights in state law, including through Senate Bill 12, which strengthened parents’ rights regarding their children’s education and health. As a Trustee, I believe schools should partner with parents and respect their role as the primary decision-makers for their children.

Strongly Agree

I believe strongly that people should be judged by the content of their character, rather than the color of their skin. Our schools should treat every student with dignity and respect, provide equal opportunities to succeed, and help students learn to value one another for who they are.

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This is not an issue that falls within the responsibilities or decisions of a school board Trustee. My role is to focus on the education, safety, and well-being of the students in our district. I believe Trustees should remain focused on the issues that directly impact our schools, students, families, and educators.

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This is not an issue that falls within the responsibilities or decisions of a school board Trustee. My role is to focus on the education, safety, and well-being of the students in our district. I believe Trustees should remain focused on the issues that directly impact our schools, students, families, and educators.

Neutral

I have mixed feelings about this statement. Books can have significant literary value, but school libraries must also follow state laws regarding content. I believe skilled library professionals should select and review age-appropriate materials using established standards. Parents should also have a clear process to exclude specific materials from their own child’s access, while recognizing that one family’s preferences may differ from another’s.

Disagree

While this is not a decision a school board makes, photo identification is required for many aspects of everyday life, including school enrollment, and I believe reasonable identification requirements help protect the integrity of our elections. At the same time, the government should make it easier for every eligible voter to obtain an ID by providing convenient access to locations, hours, and services needed to get one. Voting should be secure and accessible.

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Non-partisan

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Trustee races in the State of Texas are non-partisan because we should support ALL students in our schools. Children are not red or blue!

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I believe schools should have trained, professional law enforcement officers responsible for responding to active shooter situations. Our district already has armed officers in our schools for this purpose. Teachers and other school staff should be focused on educating and supporting students, not placed in the position of carrying a firearm or responding to an active shooter.