Heyliger received a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and her Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University. She raised two children in Fort Bend ISD schools and has been a resident of Fort Bend County for more than 20 years.

FBISD Welcomes Former Board Member Addie Heyliger Back to the Dais

She is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., The Links Incorporated, Jack and Jill of America, Inc. and The Fort Bend Church. Heyliger received a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and her Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman’s University.

Addie Heyliger earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and a master's degree in business administration from Texas Woman's University. She raised two children in Fort Bend ISD schools and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., The Links Incorporated, Jack and Jill of America, Inc., and The Fort Bend Church.

FBISD Welcomes Former Board Member Addie Heyliger Back to the ...

Heyliger is a seasoned technology professional with more than 20 years of experience collaborating with senior business executives and technical teams. She currently leads initiatives in business engagement, project management and portfolio value delivery.

Addie earned her undergraduate degree in Computer Science from North Carolina A&T State University and her Master’s in Business Administration from Texas Women’s University. She is a certified Project Management Professional.

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Addie Heyliger is a technology professional who currently leads initiatives in business engagement, project management, and portfolio value delivery. She is a certified Project Management Professional.

Addie Heyliger is a technology professional who currently leads initiatives in business engagement, project management, and portfolio value delivery. 

FORT BEND ISD (September 16, 2025) – Former Fort Bend ISD Board Member Addie Heyliger was sworn into office at Monday night’s general board meeting to fill a Position 5 vacancy.

Heyliger is passionate about serving her community. She was elected to FBISD’s Board in 2015 and again in 2018, where she served as president of the Board from November 2020 through May 2021.

Addie was sworn in as a Fort Bend Independent School District Board member in September 2025 to fill a Position 5 vacancy. She was previously elected to the board in 2015 and reelected in 2018.

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STRONG ACADEMIC OUTCOMES FOR EVERY CAMPUS. Addie is focused on improving student achievement, strengthening classroom instruction, and ensuring every campus has the tools and support needed to help students succeed.

Addie understands that the foundation of a child’s education is their ability to read. During her term on the board she initiated the “Addie’s Read-A-Thon” to bring awareness to schools in the district where over 70 volunteers from the community and professional organizations volunteered their time.

Prioritizes stronger classroom instruction to improve student achievement and provide every campus with needed tools and support.

Initiated the Addie's Read-A-Thon during her board term to raise awareness of literacy needs in district schools.

- Prioritizes stronger classroom instruction to improve student achievement and provide every campus with needed tools and support.
- Initiated the Addie's Read-A-Thon during her board term to raise awareness of literacy needs in district schools.

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RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP OF TAXPAYER DOLLARS. Addie believes every dollar should be used wisely, with disciplined budgeting, transparency, and investments that directly benefit students, classrooms, and long-term district stability.

“I am laser-focused on bridging achievement gaps, elevating excellence across all campuses, and ensuring every budget decision is made with accountability in mind,” Heyliger said moments after raising her right hand to take the oath for Position 5. “As a businesswoman and a mom, I know budgets determine everything. And as a community leader, I know partnerships fuel progress.”

Addie Heyliger Returns to Fort Bend ISD School Board With Renewed Vision

Believes district funds should be managed through disciplined budgeting and transparency, with investments benefiting students, classrooms, and long-term district stability.

- Believes district funds should be managed through disciplined budgeting and transparency, with investments benefiting students, classrooms, and long-term district stability.

School Facilities & Resources

As of September 29, 2026, Addie Heyliger’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Student Wellbeing

SUPPORT FOR TEACHERS AND STAFF. Great schools depend on great educators. Addie will continue advocating for practical classroom support, strong campus leadership, and conditions that help teachers focus on teaching.

Will continue advocating for classroom support, campus leadership, and conditions that help teachers focus on teaching.

- Will continue advocating for classroom support, campus leadership, and conditions that help teachers focus on teaching.

Teachers

FORT BEND ISD MUST COMPETE FOR STUDENTS BY EXPANDING OPPORTUNITY. Addie supports bold, future-ready options—including virtual learning, dual language, choice programs, career pathways, and innovative programs that give families more reasons to choose Fort Bend ISD and help the district remain a true destination district.

Said she is focused on bridging achievement gaps and elevating excellence across all campuses.

Said she is focused on bridging achievement gaps and "elevating excellence" across all campuses.

Supports virtual learning, dual-language and choice programs, career pathways, and other innovative programs to expand family options within Fort Bend Independent School District.

- Said she is focused on bridging achievement gaps and "elevating excellence" across all campuses.
- Supports virtual learning, dual-language and choice programs, career pathways, and other innovative programs to expand family options within Fort Bend Independent School District.

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- Supports virtual learning, dual-language and choice programs, career pathways, and other innovative programs to expand family options within Fort Bend Independent School District.

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- A trustee is an elected member of a local school board who helps govern a public school district.

- Trustees represent community interests and are responsible for setting policies that guide how the school district operates.

- The board of trustees hires and evaluates the superintendent, who manages the day-to-day operations of the district.

- Trustees approve the district’s budget, monitor spending, and may set the local tax rate or call for bond elections to fund schools.

- The board also oversees educational programs, district goals, and overall performance.

- In Texas, trustees are elected to four-year terms, often on a rotating basis, so not all seats are elected at the same time.

- Trustees serve without financial compensation.

An official who sets policy for a local school district. 