Ayse Indemaio

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Ayse Indemaio

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Last election

November 7, 2023

Education

Bachelor's

University of Austin, 2004

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Birthplace

Hammond, La.

Religion

Christian: Nondenominational

Profession

Risk manager

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Ayse Indemaio ran for election to the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District to represent Position 2 in Texas. She lost in the general election on November 7, 2023.

Indemaio completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Ayse Indemaio was born in Hammond, Louisiana. Indemaio's professional experience includes working in risk management. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Austin in 2004.

Indemaio has been affiliated with Yellow Rose of Texas Republican Women and Conservative CFISD.

Elections

2023

See also: Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, Texas, elections (2023)

General election

General election for Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, Position 2

Incumbent Julie Hinaman defeated George Edwards Jr. and Ayse Indemaio in the general election for Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, Position 2 on November 7, 2023.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Julie Hinaman (Nonpartisan)	45.6	25,108
		George Edwards Jr. (Nonpartisan)	42.9	23,655
		Ayse Indemaio (Nonpartisan)	11.5	6,314

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 55,077
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Campaign themes

2023

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Ayse Indemaio completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Indemaio's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a married, mother of 3 in Cy-Fair ISD. We moved to Cypress from Houston a decade ago. I had a career in risk management before I became a stay-at-home mother. I have been speaking at Cy-Fair ISD school board meetings, for over 2 years, promoting conservative values for over two years.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Safer atmosphere on campuses
• Emphasis on teachers’ authority in classroom
• Putting parents in control of what is appropriate in schools

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Parental Bill of Rights

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Donald Trump. I auditioned for his show, The Apprentice while being a student at the UT at Austin Business School.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

I promoted a film at churches called Mind Polluters. It is a a grassroots documentary to expose and stop the efforts of corrupt organizations and groups to infiltrate the nation's school systems with pornographic and pedophilia materials.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Integrity. An elected official should do what they say they are going to do on the campaign trail.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am honest, empathetic, courageous, and motivated to help make Cy-Fair ISD a strong and successful district.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Implementing policies that benefit students, staff and taxpayers.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I am determined to improve academic scores, campus safety, and more opportunities for extra curricular activities.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11. I was a sophomore at the UT at Austin Business school.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was a lifeguard at Adventure Bay/Fame City in Alief, Texas for 3 summers when I was a teenager.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. I read the Bible for inspiration and guidance.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Garfield. I love that cartoon.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Lion by Elevation Worship

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I have been financially independent since 18 and paying my way through college. I worked two jobs and attended college full time.

What is the primary job of a school board member in your view?

The primary job of a school board member is to write policy that directly effects students and staff. School board members also award multi-million dollar contracts. This is why it is important a school board member has experience with policy and contracts. I do.

Who are your constituents?

My constitutes are Conservative. I personally am a Conservative Christian who votes Republican.

How would you support the diverse needs of your district’s students, faculty, staff, and community?

I will help write policy that takes into consideration everyone's needs. However, I do not believe it is the responsibility of a School Board Trustee to overstep parental boundaries.

How will you build relationships with members of the broader community? Which groups, organizations, stakeholders will you specifically target?

I will be attending many Cy-Fair ISD events, speaking to many parents, staff and students.

What constitutes good teaching? How will you measure this? How will you support advanced teaching approaches?

Good teaching requires good teachers. We have many of those in CFISD. I plan on fully supporting our teachers.

In what areas would you like to expand curriculum? For example, do you see a need for advanced technical training or apprenticeships? What sort of innovative programming would you advance if given the opportunity?

Training for the energy industry since we live in Harris County.

What strategies or plans would you advance to ensure the schools are properly funded?

I will advocate for an audit of the programs/education vendor contracts and review where budget hasn't seen any updates.

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

I would like to budget for each campus to have its own police officer. I believe teachers have the right to safely carry a firearm after going through training for it.

How might you support the mental health needs of students/faculty/staff?

When did it become the responsibility of a public school, to pay for the mental health needs of a student, with tax payer money?

Tell us your favorite joke.

My husband loves to tell "Dad Jokes."

What existing district policies would you like to change, or what new policies would you like to implement?

A new library policy. School libraries should be safe spaces. They should not have books promoting pornography.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Lucas Scanlon, Cy-Fair ISD Trustee

Pastor Dale Inman, of Autumn Creek Baptist Church. Former Conroe ISD Trustee. HC GOP SD4 Committee.

Describe your ideal learning environment for students.

Teachers should have more authority to control their classroom. My hope is to provide them more disciplinary tools to do this.

How do you feel like your school district handled the coronavirus pandemic? What, if anything, would you do differently in the future?

I would not demand children wear masks. Cy-Fair made a policy that masks were mandatory on all children, all day in the classroom after the Governor removed the mandate. Masks should be optional and up to the parent.

What will you do to build a relationship with parents in the district?

I will spend time listening to parents and addressing their concerns.

What are your preferred strategies for faculty, staff, and administration recruitment?

I will work with the other School Board members to formulate a strategy.

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