Amanda Inay

Amanda Inay ran for election to the Fort Worth Independent School District to represent District 1 in Texas. She lost in the general election on May 3, 2025.

Inay completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Amanda Inay was born in Texarkana, Texas. She earned a high school diploma from Queen City High School, an associate degree from Texarkana College in 2002, and a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University, Texarkana in 2004. Her career experience includes working as a teacher.^[1]

Elections

2025

General election

General election for Fort Worth Independent School District school board District 1

Incumbent Camille Rodriguez defeated Amanda Inay in the general election for Fort Worth Independent School District school board District 1 on May 3, 2025.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Camille Rodriguez (Nonpartisan)	53.4	997
		Amanda Inay (Nonpartisan)	46.6	871

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,868
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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

2025

Ballotpedia survey responses

Amanda Inay completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Inay'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.

Amanda Inay is a proud product of public schools and a first generation college graduate. Mrs. Inay Amanda is a dedicated Reading/Literacy educator of 18 years who is a passionate advocate for our students, families, and educators. . In 2023, Amanda was named the District Teacher of the Year in Fort Worth ISD. Other honors in her teaching career include District Literacy Champion, District TIA Ambassador, Engage2Learn recognized teacher, Site-Based Committee member and Community Outreach Coordinator.

She and her husband have 3 sons, two of which attend in Fort Worth ISD. As a family, the Inay’s work tirelessly to support, to serve at community events, give to sports and other clubs in our local schools, attend school/ community events regularly and support educators/coaches in the community. Amanda currently serves at Cook Childrens as Chair of Mended Little Hearts of Fort Worth and Vice President of Family Advisory Council for the Cardiac Unit. In 2020, 2022, and 2023 she won the National Accredited Visitor award for Mended Little Hearts for her compassionate and dedicated visiting and volunteer hours.

Her dedication and passion for education is truly an inspiration to her students, families, fellow educators, and a testament to her commitment to making a positive, lasting impact in the lives she serves.Mrs. Inay understands that literacy is the key to breaking down educational barriers and disparities.

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?

Champion Literacy and Student Achievement.
Build Transparency and Trust between the board and the community.
Fiscal Responsibility.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Literacy and Student Achievement. My commitment to bridging gaps in education and uplifting her community is nothing short of inspiring, making me a beacon of hope and a force for meaningful change.

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

I look up to my grandfather, or as I call him my Papaw. He has always taught me to work hard to obtain, to seek after the Lord, to enjoy the beautiful creation God has given us, and my love for sports! To have grit, tenacity, and to never give up, to make the moments count, are all very important qualities he has entrusted me with by his example.
He raised me as his own and never blinked an eye. Some would think not having active parents during defining moments of my life would have been a horrible thing, but I was blessed to have the greatest. All was right with me when papaw told me it was right, including the bow on that dress Nannie tied 52 times, before he said I looked beautiful! I have always found peace, love, safety, and laughter under his wing!

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

Integrity, transparency, honesty, annd advocacy are the most important principles for an elected official.

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

The qualities I possess that would make me a successful officeholder is grit, tenacity, courage, strength, and integrity.

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

The core responsibilities of this office is to be student centered, represent and build positive relationships with the community and constituents, hold the superintendent accountable, and write policy that will ensure a quality education for every student.

What legacy would you like to leave?

The legacy I would like to leave is how to serve and love all you encounter, showing them they are seen, loved, and so valuable. To always leave those around you better than when you first encountered them.

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

I vividly remember the day that Space Shuttle Challenger’s STS-51L mission ended on January 28, 1986. It left such an impression on me, it was the first time a teacher went to space. I was 4 years old.

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

My very first job was a waitress at the local catfish restaurant.
I served there for a year, until I had the opportunity to work at the happening place, Dairy Queen, of course!

What is your favorite book? Why?

The Bible. This does not mean I do not respect the separation of church and state.

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

Wonderwoman

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

None Like You

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

A huge struggle for me has been watching literacy and student achievement plummeting. This is why I have stepped out in faith to run, to stand in the gap for our students.

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

The core responsibilities of this office is to be student centered, represent and build positive relationships with the community and constituents, hold the superintendent accountable, and write policy that will ensure a quality education for every student.

Who are your constituents?

My constituents are the students, families, and stakeholders of District 1, as well as throughout out our district.

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

Through the lens of being a current teacher, parent and active community member, I hold a valuable perspective that will only enhance our board.
Just as I support the many diverse needs of each student in my classroom, so will I commit to doing the same on the other side of the dias.

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

Prior to running for this position, I have worked really hard to build and maintain relationships with our community as a whole.

I have done this both financially and in volunteering.
I will continue this very important work so that students are at the center.

One specific area I want to build a stronger relationship is in the area between my role as a school board trustee and our city councilman.

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

The key way we will know students are successful is my keeping consistent track of MAP and STAAR scores. These scores are how we are measured by the state and national level. Teachers that show success should be able to have autonomy.

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?

There is a huge need to improve and expand training and apprenticeships to ensure our students have access to many options that will guarantee their success for beyond the classroom.

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

I am currently and actively advocating against vouchers to help ensure our schools are properly funded.

What principles drive your policies for safety in schools?

Our students must be safe, as well as families must feel safe sending their children to school. Constituents feedback is a huge factor, as well as meeting state standards in this matter.

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

I can support the area of mental health needs by collaborating with fellow board members to write policy to ensure these are met.

Tell us your favorite joke.

How do you get Pikachu on a bus? You Pokémon.

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

I would like to revisit our policies on student discipline to ensure they are current and up to date with the needs we face in today’s society.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

This information is on public record.

Describe your ideal learning environment for students.

The ideal learning environment is safe, positive, respectful, and one in which the teacher is supported to ensure learning for every student.

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

As a parent of students in our district, I know how very important this is. I will continue to build relationships with parents through making myself available to them and serving in empathy and humility.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

In this role, financial transparency and responsibility is key.

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[1] Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on April 14, 2025

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Amanda Inay

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2025

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