Small has built her career leading complex engineering and manufacturing operations with global companies such as AMD and Intel. With a degree in Engineering Technology she has overseen large teams, multimillion-dollar budgets, and high-level operational systems.

Manor ISD Board Appoints LaKesha Small to Place 2 Trustee Position

In addition to her professional experience, Small has been actively involved in the Manor community for more than a decade. She has served as PTA Treasurer at Manor High School, supported the Manor Schoolhouse Foundation, and most recently served as Chair of the City of Manor Planning and Zoning Commission, where she worked alongside city leaders and residents to support thoughtful growth and development.

LaKesha Small has a degree in engineering technology. She has served as PTA treasurer at Manor High School and supported the Manor Schoolhouse Foundation.

Board of Trustees - Manor Independent School District

LaKesha Small has worked in engineering and manufacturing operations with AMD and Intel.

LaKesha has worked in engineering and manufacturing operations with AMD and Intel.

The Manor ISD Board of Trustees has appointed LaKesha Small to serve in the Place 2 trustee position, filling the seat following the passing of beloved educator and board member Dr. Mary Thomas. Small will serve the remainder of Dr. Thomas’ term, which will end in November 2026.

Mrs. LaKesha Small

Trustee | Place 2

Email: lakesha.small@manorisd.net

MEET TRUSTEE SMALL

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LaKesha currently serves as a Manor ISD trustee for Place 2. She was appointed to fill a vacant seat and will serve the remainder of the term, which ends in November 2026.

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School Curriculum

Responsible Stewardship

Making thoughtful decisions that protect taxpayer dollars while investing in students.

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Lakesha Small

Prioritizes protecting taxpayer dollars while investing in students.

- Prioritizes protecting taxpayer dollars while investing in students.

School Facilities & Resources

Student Success

Supporting strong academic outcomes, safe schools, and opportunities for every student.

Community Trust

Building relationships through transparency, communication, and accountability.

Responsible Stewardship

Making thoughtful decisions that protect taxpayer dollars while investing in students.

Prioritizes safe schools and opportunities for every student.

- Prioritizes safe schools and opportunities for every student.

Student Wellbeing

“As I step into this role, I do so with a deep respect for the legacy of Dr. Mary Thomas and the impact she made on our students and community,” said Small. “I am committed to continuing that work by focusing on strong schools, supporting our educators, and making sure every student in Manor ISD has the opportunity to succeed.”

Small will officially begin her service after being sworn in April.

Teachers

Committed to ensuring every Manor ISD student has the opportunity to succeed.

- Committed to ensuring every Manor ISD student has the opportunity to succeed.

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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. 