Stephanie Limon Bazan has a bachelor s degree in English from St. Edward's University and a master's degree in creative writing from the University of Leeds.

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The 2026 Texas Democratic Primaries: Part Two

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Stephanie Limon Bazan is from Austin, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree in english writing and rhetoric from St. Edward's University and a master's degree in creative writing from the University of Leeds. Stephanie lives with her husband and two kids in Austin, Texas.

Stephanie is a communications consultant, communications officer, marketing director, adjunct professor, and graphic designer. She has also served as the executive director at Generation SERVE, a nonprofit organization.

Stephanie currently works as the executive director for Generation STRIVE, a youth volunteer-focused non-profit, as well as a freelance consultant focused on design, marketing, and writing. She previously worked as the chief communications officer and crisis communications advisor for Schulman, Lopez, Hoffer & Adelstein, LLP; the director of communications regarding signature events and programs for the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; an adjunct professor for St. Edward's University; the director of marketing for LifeWorks Austin, a non-profit focused on youth homelessness; a graphic designer for the University of York; and a marketing coordinator for NFP, an insurance company.

Stephanie previously ran for Austin City Council member in 2022 but did not win. 

Stephanie previously ran for the Austin City Council to represent District 5 in 2022, but did not win. 

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Advocates for the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) to build clear and "rigorous curriculum standards" and provide instructional supports to help students receive a great public education.

Wants curriculum to be based on history, "not revised to fit a political or religious agenda."

Believes that focus on school success should not be just on "high stakes testing."

- Advocates for the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) to build clear and "rigorous curriculum standards" and provide instructional supports to help students receive a great public education.
- Wants curriculum to be based on history, "not revised to fit a political or religious agenda."
- Believes that focus on school success should not be just on "high stakes testing."

School Curriculum

Believes public school funding is the biggest challenge for Texas education in the future.

- Believes public school funding is the biggest challenge for Texas education in the future.

School Facilities & Resources

Supports recruiting and retaining "a diverse, highly qualified teaching workforce, including bilingual educators and teachers prepared to meet the needs of all learners."

Believes certain barriers of entry to becoming a teacher should be removed while keeping high-quality standards.

- Supports recruiting and retaining "a diverse, highly qualified teaching workforce, including bilingual educators and teachers prepared to meet the needs of all learners."
- Believes certain barriers of entry to becoming a teacher should be removed while keeping high-quality standards.

Teachers

As of January 22, 2026, Stephanie Limon Bazan’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Student Wellbeing

Said, "I am running to ensure every Texas child has access to a high-quality public education, no matter their zip code, the language they speak at home, or the supports they need to learn. Education is an equalizer, and our students, teachers and families deserve more."

- Said, "I am running to ensure every Texas child has access to a high-quality public education, no matter their zip code, the language they speak at home, or the supports they need to learn. Education is an equalizer, and our students, teachers and families deserve more."

Access to Education

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Supports social impact initiatives in education.

- 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.