Ballotpedia, Chuy Zárate

Chuy was born in San Antonio. He lives in the Round Rock area. He has 3 children. 

Chuy has experience working as an actor, director, teacher, and corporate trainer. 

Chuy Zárate currently serves as a member of the Round Rock Independent School District Board in Place 1. He was elected in 2022 and is serving his first term. 

As of October 9, 2024, Chuy Zárate’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Believes public education funding challenges hinder marginalized students, saying, "A trustee has to be ready to make choices that build up Black, brown, LGBTQIA2S+ and SPED students."

Believes public education funding challenges hinder marginalized students and a trustee should "be ready" to make decisions that build up communities of color, LGBTQIA2S+, and special education students. 

Believes a good trustee is a collaborator who engages in calm discourse and humility, serving as a mouthpiece for community ideas.

Believes a good trustee is a collaborator who is humble and understands how to work with individuals with differing views.

- Believes public education funding challenges hinder marginalized students and a trustee should "be ready" to make decisions that build up communities of color, LGBTQIA2S+, and special education students. 
- Believes a good trustee is a collaborator who is humble and understands how to work with individuals with differing views.

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Believes creating equity will foster a better learning environment with equal opportunities for all students.

Believes equity will foster an improved learning environment with equal opportunities for students of all backgrounds. 

- Believes equity will foster an improved learning environment with equal opportunities for students of all backgrounds. 

Student Wellbeing

Said, "A good trustee has to put students and teachers first. If teachers are not afforded the tools they need, then students can’t succeed."

- Said, "A good trustee has to put students and teachers first. If teachers are not afforded the tools they need, then students can’t succeed."

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Believes "every student should be given the same chance at a proper education."

Believes all students should have equitable access to basic education. 

Said, "I am committed to ensuring that ALL of our students, teachers and community are equally represented."

Promises to ensure that all students, teachers, and community members receive equal representation. 

- Believes all students should have equitable access to basic education. 
- Promises to ensure that all students, teachers, and community members receive equal representation. 

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Believes running for RRISD school board is the next step in supporting RRISD students and teachers.

Supports policies that promote child wellbeing.

Believes implementing policies will "calm the stormy sea of disagreement that can cause a board to capsize."

Supports child wellbeing initiatives, including parental involvement in education.

Served as a member of the McNeil High School Parent Teacher Association.

Served as Vice President of the McNeil Choir Boosters, where she oversaw the Follies Show.

Believes a good trustee prioritizes students and teachers.

Believes in fostering strong relationships between parents and teachers to support student success.

Believes students and teachers are "the lifeblood of our future."

Joshua was born in San Antonio and attended high school there. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology and a master's degree in biochemistry. Joshua lives with his wife and their 2 daughters in Round Rock. He volunteers in STEM programs at Westwood High School.

Joshua Escalante's career has been in the healthcare industry, where he has worked with services and technology.

Joshua Escalante's campaign for Round Rock Independent School District School Board Member is his first run for public office.

As of October 9, 2024, Joshua Escalante’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes teachers and parents should be involved in district policy, curriculum, and goal setting.

Supports increasing teacher pay and professional development.

- Believes teachers and parents should be involved in district policy, curriculum, and goal setting.
- Supports increasing teacher pay and professional development.

Joshua Escalante

Joshua was born in San Antonio and attended high school there. He earned a bachelor's degree in biology and a master's degree in biochemistry. He has lived in Austin, Texas, and Ohio.

As of October 10, 2024, Joshua Escalante’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes students and families benefit when schools and families work together to achieve academic excellence, leading to future positive outcomes.

Supports education for athletes, teams, and coaches.

Believes education should focus on reading, writing, math, and science.

Believes mastering literacy and comprehension allows for better communication and application of learned material.

Believes in providing a curriculum that emphasizes the fundamentals of reading, writing, math, and science.

Believes in focusing on "Reading, Writing, Math, Science and History."

Believes the quality of local schools and community are important factors in choosing where to live.

Plans to adopt policies that reflect the community and communicate success to parents and stakeholders.

Believes school board trustees should focus on student achievement and well-being.

Believes school board trustees should ensure high ethical standards and maintain vigilant oversight of the Superintendent's actions.

Believes trustees should communicate openly with the community about board goals, decisions, and budget impacts on students.

Believes parental involvement is crucial for student well-being and success.

Believes Round Rock ISD students have "tremendous resilience in the face of adversity."

Prioritizes the well-being and safety of students.

Believes students and staff deserve an educational environment built on mutual respect, unity, inclusion, and trust.

Believes in promoting understanding and celebrating diversity.

Believes communication is essential for personal and professional relationships.

Believes teachers are most effective when supported and equipped to handle daily challenges.

Believes in the importance of exceptional educators in elementary schools who teach fundamental skills.

Believes in "Educational Oversight through Transparency."

Believes every student in Round Rock Independent School District (ISD) is entitled to an exemplary education.

Believes supporting teachers who teach "the fundamentals of education" is crucial for every child's educational success.

Believes being part of a good school district is crucial for children's education.

Believes planning for the future is crucial, particularly regarding children's education.

Believes investing in teacher pay, materials, professional development, and technology is essential for positive student outcomes.

Believes a school board trustee holds "the immense responsibility of governance and educational oversight."

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