Audelio Anaya is an alumnus of Medina Valley High School and currently works as a special education teacher.
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Please tell voters about yourself.
I am proud to be an alumnus of Medina Valley High School and hold a bachelor’s degree from The
University of Texas at San Antonio. I possess a teaching certificate in five different areas, including my
current role in Special Education. With 19 years of experience in public education, I am deeply
motivated to run for this position because I believe teachers should have a voice in decision-making
processes. Having someone who is actively engaged in the classroom can provide valuable insights into
the day-to-day realities of education.
List any previous experience in the community or in the education field, such as participation in
parent teacher associations, local boards and commissions or neighborhood associations.
I have dedicated 19 years to public education, with the majority of the past 13 years spent as a Special
Education teacher across all grade levels. My experience encompasses a wide range of roles within
Special Education, including teaching in behavior classrooms and co-teaching settings.
If elected, you’ll likely be facing a budget deficit and the possibility of funding hamstrung by the state. How would you approach these issues?
To ensure high enrollment numbers, it is essential to demonstrate that we are a superior choice
compared to private and charter schools. By investing in engaging programs that capture students’
interest, we can foster a desire for them to remain with us. Our goal is to maintain MVISD as a sought-
after destination district for students. With consistently increasing enrollment, I am confident that we
will not encounter budget issues.
What do you think the district’s biggest challenges are in the coming years, and what should be the board’s top areas of focus?
The primary challenge lies in managing growth effectively. It is essential to continue constructing schools
in strategically chosen locations. Additionally, developing new programs is crucial to maintain high
enrollment levels and to ensure that private schools and charter schools do not become the preferred
option for the community.
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