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Kevin Jackson has a bachelor's degree in government from the University of Texas at Austin, a master's degree in public administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and a master's degree in education from the University of North Texas. He has a wife and two children.

Kevin has taught at the elementary, middle, and high-school levels and has worked as an educational diagnostician for the past six years.

Kevin Jackson's campaign for Texas State Board of Education Member, District 5, Democratic Primary is his first entry into politics.

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Thinks "educators—not ideologues—must guide curriculum decisions."

Promises to promote Ethnic Studies courses to ensure social studies standards tell "accurate, comprehensive history."

Aims to have evidence-based reading and math instruction

- Thinks "educators—not ideologues—must guide curriculum decisions."
- Promises to promote Ethnic Studies courses to ensure social studies standards tell "accurate, comprehensive history."
- Aims to have evidence-based reading and math instruction

School Curriculum

Claims he will advocate for "transparent, responsible investment decisions based on long-term stability."

- Claims he will advocate for "transparent, responsible investment decisions based on long-term stability."

School Facilities & Resources

As of January 22, 2026, Kevin Jackson’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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Student Wellbeing

Believes schools must support every learner.

Wants new charter school approvals to be rare and held to  the "highest standards—strong academics, transparent finances, ethical governance, and a clear benefit to local public schools."

- Believes schools must support every learner.
- Wants new charter school approvals to be rare and held to  the "highest standards—strong academics, transparent finances, ethical governance, and a clear benefit to local public schools."

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Kevin Jackson

- Members of the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) set statewide education policy, including approving graduation requirements, selecting textbooks and instructional materials, overseeing the state’s Permanent School Fund, and approving or vetoing charter school applications. 
- Board members participate in rule-making, review and adopt academic standards, and offer final approval on educator certification and other statewide education regulations. 
- SBOE members are elected from geographically defined “education districts.” Under normal circumstances, they serve staggered four-year terms.
- Serving on the board does not pay a salary, but members may be reimbursed for expenses incurred while doing board business.