Aya Eneli
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Aya Eneli was a candidate for Place 4 on the Killeen school board in Texas. She was defeated by challenger Marvin Rainwater in the general election on May 10, 2014. Incumbent Kenneth Ray did not re-file for his seat.
Biography
Eneli is the CEO of Aya Eneli International, an international training and consulting firm. A former attorney, she is also a certified Christian life coach and a certified diversity trainer. She is the mother of five children, all of whom are currently enrolled in the district.[1]
Elections
2014
- See also: Killeen Independent School District elections (2014)
Aya Eneli ran against fellow challengers Lan Carter, Brockley Moore and Marvin Rainwater on May 10, 2014 for the Place 4 seat. Incumbent Kenneth Ray did not re-file for his seat.
Results
Killeen Independent School District, Place 4, 3-year term, May 10, 2014
| Party |
Candidate |
Vote % |
Votes |
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Nonpartisan |
 Marvin Rainwater |
49.3% |
2,241 |
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Nonpartisan |
Aya Eneli |
30.4% |
1,381 |
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Nonpartisan |
Brockley Moore |
14.5% |
659 |
| |
Nonpartisan |
Lan Carter |
5.8% |
263 |
| Total Votes |
4,544 |
| Source: Tiffany Rouse, "Email communication with Special Assistant to the Deputy Superintendent Kirk Thomas," March 9, 2015 |
Funding
According to a report by Texas News Now, Eneli received a total of $4,461.00 in campaign contributions and $5,621.72 in expenditures, leaving her with a negative balance of $1,160.72.[2]
Endorsements
Eneli did not receive an endorsement in this election.
Eneli answered the following about her campaign in a Q&A with the Killeen Daily Herald:[3]
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Why do you think you are the best qualified candidate for the board seat?
My vision for this district, education, global experience, and accomplishments in advancing education and advocating for youth make me the best candidate for the board. I am an attorney and business owner experienced at policy writing and managing budgets. I have participated on search committees for executive positions. I am a successful grant writer and have created programs to ensure academic success at the K-12 levels, and worked on recruiting and graduating students and teachers at the post-secondary level. I am a great communicator and collaborator and have served or chaired various boards including Communities in Schools and Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Vermilion County.
What do you see as the single biggest issue facing the Killeen school district?
Raising the academic achievement levels of our students is the biggest issue facing our district. The district’s mission is: To teach so that students learn to their maximum potential. Few of us will argue that we are currently achieving that mission for the majority of our students. Our focus must be on raising the quality of education and ensuring the preparedness of our students to compete with the best and the brightest in whatever fields or careers they choose to pursue. We must and can do so within the confines of our budget, which means we must continue to fight for more federal (Impact Aid) and state funding.
If elected, what qualities will you look for in a new superintendent?
A leader with a clear vision to move the district from good to great and one who has demonstrated the ability to set goals and ensure their achievement. A great fiscal manager. An instructional leader who is knowledgeable of best practices and committed to maximizing student achievement and is supportive of teachers. Great communication and managerial skills and the ability to work with a diverse population. Knowledge of issues specific to military-affiliated students. Ability to take lead boldly and make a commitment. A leader with the flexibility and collaborative skills to manage the politics of the job while not sacrificing the district’s success.
If forced to make budget cuts, where would you prioritize spending?
Our priority should always be on ensuring that we are preparing our students for success after high school. All decisions should always be made in the best interest of the students, and that means we must protect the dollars to hire and retain the best teachers and continue to provide for student instruction and for the supportive services that allow our students to thrive while ensuring that all KISD employees make at least a livable wage and are above the poverty line.
What changes would you make to the district’s employee insurance plan?
It is premature for me to comment on the employee insurance plan. I believe that the district should begin now to leverage its considerable buying power to ensure that we have more comprehensive and affordable options to consider in the future. Ideally, we want our district employees to have access to the best health care, to be able to choose where they want to receive care and to be able to afford their insurance premiums. If it is within our budget capabilities, we may need to consider increasing the district’s health insurance contribution rate for employees.
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Recent news
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See also
External links
- ↑ Facebook, "About Aya Eneli," accessed April 29, 2014
- ↑ Sarah Rafique, Texas News Now, "Eneli tip fundraiser in Killeen ISD house race," April 17, 2014
- ↑ Sarah Rafique, Killeen Daily Herald, "4 candidates vie for Killeen ISD board seat," April 27, 2014
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
