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Michael Wei
2024 - Present
2027
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2024 - Present
2028
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Michael Wei is a member of the Round Rock Independent School District in Texas, representing Place 7. He assumed office on November 21, 2024. His current term ends in 2028.
Wei is also a member of the Williamson Central Appraisal District in Texas. He assumed office on January 11, 2024. His current term ends on December 31, 2027.
Wei ran for election to the Round Rock Independent School District to represent Place 7 in Texas. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Wei completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Michael Wei earned a Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2009. His career experience includes working as a scientist.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Round Rock Independent School District, Texas, elections (2024)
General election
General election for Round Rock Independent School District Place 7
Michael Wei defeated James Steele in the general election for Round Rock Independent School District Place 7 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Michael Wei (Nonpartisan)  | 59.3 | 45,934 |
| James Steele (Nonpartisan) | 40.7 | 31,483 | ||
| Total votes: 77,417 | |||
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Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Wei in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
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Ballotpedia survey responses
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Michael Wei completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Wei's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Dr. Wei is a father of two. He and his family has been living in Round Rock ISD since 2020. Before that, he and his family lived in Dallas-Fort Worth area for 8 years. He received his doctoral degree in environmental science, followed by a 6 years of research experience in bioengineering field in two U.S. universities. He is currently working as a toxicologist in Austin.
He has actively engaged in serving RRISD community and beyond. He served many community volunteer roles, such as a substituted educator, a member of the school PTA, and a member of various district committees. He is the Board of Directors (BoD) of Williamson Central Appraisal District, BoD of Austin Chinese-American Network, and Committee Captain of the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce.
He was the Vice President for the RRISD PTA Council for school year 2023-2024. He completed the RRISD Leadership Training, Class of 2024.- Addressing Funding Shortage & Staffing for Success
Our students’ education is an investment in our community’s future, and I will ensure it is a top priority. I pledge to work tirelessly to secure the funds our schools require. This means advocating for increased state funding, exploring grants, and collaborating with local partners, from major employers to small businesses and nonprofits.
Our educators and staff are the backbone of our schools. I am committed to attracting and retaining the best talent by advocating for competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment. Together, we can build a team that inspires and empowers our students. - Championing Educational Excellence Academic achievement is non-negotiable. I will support initiatives that promote STEM education, the arts, and comprehensive curricula that prepare our students for the challenges of tomorrow. By setting high standards and providing the resources needed to meet them, we will foster a culture of excellence.
- Ensuring School Safety Every student deserves a safe space to learn and grow. I will work to implement robust safety protocols, support mental health resources, and ensure our schools are equipped to handle emergencies. All students’ well-being is paramount, and I will make it my duty to protect it.
Relevant Experience and Connections: My experience serving on multiple boards has provided me with a deep understanding of board member responsibilities. Through active engagement and volunteering within the RRISD community, I have built strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 30, 2024
