Jesse Rodriguez (Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, At-large seat)
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Jesse Rodriguez is an at-large representative on the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District school board in Texas. Rodriguez won a new term in the at-large general election on May 6, 2017.
Rodriguez first won election to the board in 2002. Rodriguez won a re-election bid in the general election on May 10, 2014.
Biography
Rodriguez earned a bachelor's degree in history and political science from Texas A&M University-Kingsville in 1975. He earned a master's degree in school administration from the same school in 1977. His work experience includes serving as senior vice president for Good Sales—an educational sales company. Rodriguez has also served as a master trustee for the Texas Association of School Boards. He and his wife, Joanne, have two children who attended district schools.[1]
Elections
2017
Three of seven seats on the Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District board of trustees were up for at-large general election on May 6, 2017. Place 6 candidate Doug Noell and Place 7 incumbent Jorge Rodriguez both ran unopposed. Place 5 incumbent Jesse Rodriguez defeated challenger Julie Lawrence.[2]
Results
| Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, Place 5 General Election, 3-year term, 2017 |
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|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 Jesse Rodriguez Incumbent |
52.24% | 2,591 |
| Julie Lawrence | 47.76% | 2,369 |
| Total Votes | 4,960 | |
| Source: Tarrant County Elections, "05-06-2017 Joint Elections: Official Results," accessed June 6, 2017 | ||
2014
Jesse Rodriguez ran against Troy Greisen for the Place 5 seat in the general election on May 10, 2014.
Results
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nonpartisan | Jesse Rodriguez Incumbent |
54.5% | 2,184 | |
| Nonpartisan | Troy Greisen | 45.5% | 1,823 | |
| Total Votes | 4,007 | |||
| Source: Tarrant County Elections, "Cumulative Report-Official," May 21, 2014 | ||||
Funding
Rodriguez reported $889.25 in contributions and $3,273.32 in expenditures to the school district office, leaving his campaign with $2,384.07 in debt prior to the election.[3]
Endorsements
Rodriguez did not receive any official endorsements for his campaign.
2011
Rodriguez won re-election to the board without opposition in May 2011.[4]
Campaign themes
2014
Rodriguez explained his campaign themes for 2014 on his campaign website:
| “ |
I’ve spent the past 12 years serving our community by listening to parents, supporting our teachers, and empowering our students. My entire career has revolved around education and children. I am committed to providing our children the very best education that our school district can offer. My background and educational and business experiences are assets to this Board. I am the only candidate who brings to our board experience in education—both in the classroom and administration—coupled with over thirty years of working with schools and school districts throughout the state. I was elected to Place 5 on the GCISD Board of Trustees in May 2002 and have been re-elected three times: in May 2005, May 2008, and May 2011. I am a graduate of Leadership TASB (Texas Association of School Boards) Class of 2004 and earned the designation of Master Trustee. I am currently serving as Vice President for the North Texas Area Association of School Boards (NTAASB). I have served previously as president of the GCISD Board for 2008-2009, vice president for 2009-2010 and 2010-2011, and secretary for 2011-2012. I understand what it means to be a part of a decision-making body that impacts the daily lives and future of our school district, teachers, and students. I also take seriously the role and responsibilities of an effective board member. I want to continue to contribute my talents, time, and experience in education and business to ensure that we continue to pursue the goal of becoming a showcase of academic excellence. I am seeking re-election to the Grapevine-Colleyville ISD Board of Trustees, Place 5. I would be honored to have your vote. |
” |
| —Jesse Rodriguez campaign website, (2014) | ||
See also
- Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, Texas
- Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District elections (2017)
- Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District elections (2014)
External links
- Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District
- Campaign website
- Campaign Facebook page
- LinkedIn profile
Footnotes
- ↑ Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, "Board of Trustees," accessed February 14, 2014
- ↑ Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, "Board of Trustee Election," accessed February 21, 2017
- ↑ Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District, "Board of Trustees Election 2014," accessed April 14, 2014
- ↑ Minnie Payne, Community Impact Newspaper, "May 2011 Election Candidates," April 22, 2011
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Re-Elect Jesse, "Home," accessed April 14, 2014
| Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District elections in 2017 | |
| Tarrant County, Texas | |
| Election date: | May 6, 2017 |
| Candidates: | Place 5: • Incumbent, Jesse Rodriguez • Julie Lawrence Place 7: • Jorge Rodriguez |
| Important information: | What was at stake? |
