Ballotpedia's biography states: “Jesus Nieto earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston, Downtown in 2023.”

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Jesus Nieto earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston, Downtown in 2023.

Asked what in his professional or personal background prepared him to serve on a school board, Nieto responded: “I have a background in community organizing and non-profit management and am equipped to handle the wide range of challenges presented from a community-centered lens.”

Meet the Katy ISD School Board Position 5 Candidates — Jesus Nieto

Meet the Katy ISD school board Position 5 candidates: Jesus Nieto ...

Jesus has a background in community organizing and non-profit management and am equipped to handle the wide range of challenges presented from a community-centered lens.

Ballotpedia lists Nieto's last election as May 2, 2026 and states: “Jesus Nieto ran for election to the Katy Independent School District to represent Position 5 in Texas. Nieto lost in the general election on May 2, 2026.” The Harris Central Appraisal District subsequently listed him as a candidate for At-Large Place 3 in its November 3, 2026 election.

Jesus Nieto lost the May 2026 election to the Katy Independent School District to represent Position 5 in Texas.

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Promises to focus on community and parent involvement, proper teacher compensation, allowing teachers to teach, and student success and outcomes.

- Promises to focus on community and parent involvement, proper teacher compensation, allowing teachers to teach, and student success and outcomes.

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- A board of directors member is an elected official who serves on the governing board of a special district, such as a municipal utility district (MUD).

- The board is responsible for overseeing the district’s operations, finances, and services, including utilities like water, wastewater, drainage, and infrastructure.

- Board members approve budgets, set tax rates or service fees, and make decisions about contracts and infrastructure projects within the district.

- The board ensures that the district complies with state laws and operates under the oversight of agencies such as the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).

- In many districts, the board consists of five members elected by residents. Directors must meet eligibility requirements, including being at least 18 years old, a Texas resident, and either a qualified voter or property owner within the district.

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