Victor Perez- Katy ISD Board of Trustees

Victor Perez- Katy ISD Board of Trustees This page is not an official record of Katy ISD. I am not an official spokesperson for Katy ISD.

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Another great day of campus visits! Yesterday I had the pleasure of visiting McDonald Junior High and King Elementary. I...
09/22/2023

Another great day of campus visits! Yesterday I had the pleasure of visiting McDonald Junior High and King Elementary. It’s always so inspiring to meet the hard-working professionals that help our kids learn and grow. Thank you principals Carrie Caruso and Tammi Wilhelm!

My favorite part of being on the school board- touring schools and visiting with campus leaders and teachers! Thank you ...
09/21/2023

My favorite part of being on the school board- touring schools and visiting with campus leaders and teachers! Thank you to Lisa Frison from Winborn Elementary, Michael Schwartz from Faldyn Elementary, and Jason Sowders from Leonard Elementary. Thank you for your service to the kids and to Katy ISD!

Important- please read my comments regarding the library book policy.
09/16/2023

Important- please read my comments regarding the library book policy.

Friday night football at Legacy! Tonight we had fun visiting with friends and watching our granddaughters dance with the...
09/16/2023

Friday night football at Legacy! Tonight we had fun visiting with friends and watching our granddaughters dance with the Tompkins Cavalettes. One of my favorite parts is the band!

I met some wonderful, dedicated educators today visiting Golbow Elementary and Franz Elementary. Thank you so much Jessi...
09/13/2023

I met some wonderful, dedicated educators today visiting Golbow Elementary and Franz Elementary. Thank you so much Jessica Hale, Principal at Golbow, and Jennifer Cruz, AP at Franz, for the time you spent with me.

Happy football Saturday, Katy!
09/09/2023

Happy football Saturday, Katy!

Thank you Katy ISD for establishing the structure and process for implementing the new policy.
09/07/2023

Thank you Katy ISD for establishing the structure and process for implementing the new policy.

The controversial policy was narrowly approved last month after a heated board meeting where nearly 100 people spoke against the policy.

It was a great day today visiting Morton Ranch High School and Morton Ranch Junior High. This is the best part of being ...
09/06/2023

It was a great day today visiting Morton Ranch High School and Morton Ranch Junior High. This is the best part of being on the Board! Thank you to Julie Hinson (MRHS) and Dr. Frederick Black (MRJH) for your hospitality!

Shoutout to our Katy ISD Watch Dog Dads! I loved seeing this story on the news today about this wonderful program. Jason...
09/01/2023

Shoutout to our Katy ISD Watch Dog Dads! I loved seeing this story on the news today about this wonderful program. Jason Knape

Watch D.O.G.S.,’ or “Dads of Great Students,” is a father or male-involvement initiative that has had a big response in Katy Independent School District.

I really enjoyed visiting David & Terry Youngblood Elementary today- one of our two, brand new Katy ISD schools that ope...
08/31/2023

I really enjoyed visiting David & Terry Youngblood Elementary today- one of our two, brand new Katy ISD schools that opened this year. Very impressive! Thank you Charlotte Gilder and your wonderful staff for your hospitality!

08/26/2023

We don't keep secrets from parents.

There has been a lot of misinformation on social media, and elsewhere, about the policy concerning Student Welfare: Parental Authority and Gender Fluidity being considered by the Katy ISD board. Below are the facts.

The policy respects the authority of parents. It is of utmost importance that parents have full knowledge of what is going on with their child and be able to determine what is best for the health and welfare of their child.

The policy does not “out” anyone based on s*xual orientation. There is nothing in the policy dealing with s*xual orientation.

The policy does not force District staff to divulge private conversations with students. The policy does require District staff to notify parents, unless prohibited by law, or unless there is suspected abuse, if their child requests he/she be identified as transgender, change his or her name, or use a different pronoun.

District staff shall not ask students for their “preferred pronouns”. District staff may not use pronouns which are inconsistent with the biological s*x of a child unless a student’s parents provide written consent. However, the District may not compel District staff or other students to do so.

Biological females and males and s*x-specific spaces (bathrooms, locker rooms, etc.) will be protected to provide students equal opportunity, privacy and safety. Athletic team competitions sponsored or authorized by the District may not allow a student to compete in athletic competition that is designated for the biological s*x opposite that of the student’s biological s*x.
Gender fluidity content is excluded from the classroom.

That’s it in a nutshell.

08/22/2023

In case you missed last night’s board meeting, here are my introductory comments summarizing the proposed gender policy. I appreciate all of the discussion we had last night. The full draft of the policy is available on the Katy ISD website under Board Docs, Item 8.13.

Happy First Day of School everyone! Today Katy ISD celebrated the opening of two new elementary campuses- Russell & Cind...
08/16/2023

Happy First Day of School everyone! Today Katy ISD celebrated the opening of two new elementary campuses- Russell & Cindie Faldyn Elementary and David & Terri Youngblood Elementary. Very exciting!

It was great to be back in Miami for a short vacation. We loved seeing family and soaking in my Cuban roots (and food)!
08/08/2023

It was great to be back in Miami for a short vacation. We loved seeing family and soaking in my Cuban roots (and food)!

08/06/2023

The new resolution that will give greater authority to board members when parsing and adopting appropriate materials for their district school libraries.

It was very gratifying to work with our newly formed board finance committee in collaboration with the district finance ...
07/27/2023

It was very gratifying to work with our newly formed board finance committee in collaboration with the district finance team on this compensation increase for all district employees.

Are you concerned about cell phone use in your child’s school? I am. Check this out!
07/19/2023

Are you concerned about cell phone use in your child’s school? I am. Check this out!

Removing smartphones from schools is something that a majority of parents desire. We include answers, research, and help for parents

Huge thanks to my new friend and retired KISD teacher Linda for this thoughtful and insightful gift. She used to read th...
07/14/2023

Huge thanks to my new friend and retired KISD teacher Linda for this thoughtful and insightful gift. She used to read this book to her third grade classes and wanted to share it with me because it was a “beautiful story of hope, kindness and remembrance.” I’m looking forward to reading this book with my grandchildren. She also shared her appreciation for our school board’s “watchful eye over the KISD libraries.” Thank you Linda for your thoughtfulness and for your words of encouragement.

Celebrating our 49th anniversary and going strong!
07/08/2023

Celebrating our 49th anniversary and going strong!

I enjoyed hearing from US Congressman Troy Nehls today along with my fellow Katy ISD Trustees. Thank you Katy Area Chamb...
07/07/2023

I enjoyed hearing from US Congressman Troy Nehls today along with my fellow Katy ISD Trustees. Thank you Katy Area Chamber!

07/03/2023

The Katy Independent School District Board of Trustees conducted a deep-diving, robust 50-minute discussion of how the district needs to handle library materials moving forward. The discussion happened at the June 26 school board meeting.

GOD BLESS AMERICA🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day Everyone!
07/03/2023

GOD BLESS AMERICA🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day Everyone!

Our entire family mourns the passing of Kaye Goolsby, our dear friend. She and Gary have been close friends of our famil...
06/21/2023

Our entire family mourns the passing of Kaye Goolsby, our dear friend. She and Gary have been close friends of our family for over 30 years. This friendship started when our son Nic and their son Greg were in 3rd grade together at Pattison Elementary, and later graduated together from Taylor HS in 2000. Kaye was the first person I called when I decided to run for Katy ISD school board. She took a genuine interest in my campaign and gave me valuable advice. Our prayers are with the entire family. We will miss you Kaye!

We really enjoyed today’s produce sale at Beckendorff Farms! Head out there for their next sale. We stocked up on some v...
06/18/2023

We really enjoyed today’s produce sale at Beckendorff Farms! Head out there for their next sale. We stocked up on some veggies and had fun visiting with Blake and Stacey.
The tomatoes are beautiful and delicious, and we love that homemade salsa!

Karen and I are happy to be in Galveston with our kids and grandkids this week. I hope everyone is having a wonderful su...
06/08/2023

Karen and I are happy to be in Galveston with our kids and grandkids this week. I hope everyone is having a wonderful summer with their families and friends!

On this Memorial Day we remember and honor those fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thank yo...
05/28/2023

On this Memorial Day we remember and honor those fallen heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Thank you!

Congratulations to the Obra D. Tompkins High School graduating class of 2023! Falcons all the way!
05/26/2023

Congratulations to the Obra D. Tompkins High School graduating class of 2023! Falcons all the way!

Congratulations to the Seven Lakes High School 2023 Senior Class! Go Spartans!
05/26/2023

Congratulations to the Seven Lakes High School 2023 Senior Class! Go Spartans!

So proud of my granddaughter graduating from Davidson Elementary. Junior High here we come!
05/24/2023

So proud of my granddaughter graduating from Davidson Elementary. Junior High here we come!

Congratulations to the Cinco Ranch High School Class of 2023! Well done Cougars!
05/23/2023

Congratulations to the Cinco Ranch High School Class of 2023! Well done Cougars!

Congratulations Mayde Creek High School graduates! Way to go Rams!
05/22/2023

Congratulations Mayde Creek High School graduates! Way to go Rams!

Congratulations to the Taylor High School 2023 graduates. Go Mustangs!
05/21/2023

Congratulations to the Taylor High School 2023 graduates. Go Mustangs!

Congratulations Katy High School graduates!!
05/20/2023

Congratulations Katy High School graduates!!

Congratulations to the Paetow High School 2023 graduates!
05/19/2023

Congratulations to the Paetow High School 2023 graduates!

Thank you to the Katy community, and thank you to “Covering Katy”.
05/17/2023

Thank you to the Katy community, and thank you to “Covering Katy”.

The first vote taken by the new Katy ISD school board majority was to elect a president who was born in Cuba and fled the communist Castro regime to make a new life in the United States.

I enjoyed attending the Annual Guru Vandana Teacher Appreciation celebration. It was a great event honoring teachers. I ...
05/14/2023

I enjoyed attending the Annual Guru Vandana Teacher Appreciation celebration. It was a great event honoring teachers. I loved the cultural presentations and good food. Thank you for the invitation!

Thank you Stacey and Blake for your support and encouragement!
05/07/2023

Thank you Stacey and Blake for your support and encouragement!

This is where it all began! 🇺🇸🇺🇸CONGRATULATIONS to Amy Thieme, Morgan Calhoun and Mary Ellen Cuzela on being elected (un...
05/07/2023

This is where it all began! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

CONGRATULATIONS to Amy Thieme, Morgan Calhoun and Mary Ellen Cuzela on being elected (unofficial results) to the Katy ISD school board. They were outstanding candidates and will be outstanding board members. I look forward to working with them, as well as the rest of the board.

Thank you to the candidates who were not victorious and were willing to serve and sacrifice.

I really enjoyed attending the KISD Robotics’ “May the 4th Be with You Star Wars Scrimmage” at the Robert R. Shaw Center...
05/05/2023

I really enjoyed attending the KISD Robotics’ “May the 4th Be with You Star Wars Scrimmage” at the Robert R. Shaw Center. I was blown away by the robotics competition and the incredible kids! Thank you to Cindy Shaw and Steve Adams for their hospitality, and Jason Aznar and Morton Ranch High School for the invitation.

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Demand your school district have an armed police officer at every campus, every day, all day that children are present! Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board Judy Dae: FBISD Board Member Page David Hamilton for FBISD Rick Garcia: Fort Bend ISD Board Member Jon Welch: Lamar CISD Board Member
Victor, would you please share your list of books that should be removed from the KISD Libraries?
Victor, would you care to support your inference in the board meeting that Katy ISD is "Top Heavy" in Admin costs?
Congratulations Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board on becoming the newest member of the Katy ISD Board of Trustees! Victor and his wife Karen are seen here with their four Katy ISD grandchildren.
“ Collaboration requires daring leadership from everyone. It means having tough conversations, staying curious, and learning how to listen.”- Brene Brown

On September 16th, 2019 a parent first reached out to one of the founders of KLC to discuss concerns regarding the curriculum and practices being used in our district. The collaboration has continued since then. Collaboration with parents in our community. Collaboration with educators in our district. Collaboration with our Board of Trustees(BOT). Collaboration with candidates for Katy ISD BOT. Collaboration with reading experts in the state of Texas and around the country. Collaboration with state elected legislative officials and our appointed leaders.

Last night, the Katy ISD board of trustees approved several proposed changes to the district’s 2-year strategic plan. One such change feels surreal to those of us at Katy Literacy Coalition. There were 8 initial strategic plan goals when the district originally presented the plan to the board in March 2022. The board and district have worked together to expand to include more specific, measurable action items that impact student outcomes.

While there were several exciting and much needed goal benchmark targets, we at KLC are most excited about Goal 1, benchmark 3.
Goal 1: All learning environments will foster engagement by integrating personalized learning experiences.
1.3: Conduct a mid-cycle review of current elementary instructional resources for phoenix awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension including spelling and writing with adoption of new anchor resources, aligned with the science of reading, in place by the start of the 2023-2024 school year.

923 days of much work, many conversations, many meetings and far too many emails to count have led us to this exciting and pivotal moment which will change the literacy trajectory for ALL students in Katy ISD.

This profound and momentous shift away from failed balance literacy approaches inclusive of Lucy Calkins, Teachers College Units of Study in Reading, Phonics and Writing and Fountas and Pinnell benchmark assessment system to the Science of Reading could not have been possible without daring leaders who listened, trusted and got curious.

Thank you to the following individuals who without them, this incredible feat would not have been possible: Greg Schulte Katy ISD Board of Trustees Leah Ludzik Wilson Lance Redmon - Katy ISD Board of TrusteesDuke Keller - Katy ISD Board of TrusteesRebecca Fox for Katy ISD School Board Dawn Champagne Katy ISD Board of Trustees Pamela Toman Traci Ferris Emily Binks Cantrell Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board
Texas A&M University TX Reads Katy ISD
Kelsey Allen-Gassen
Kristie Bruns
Elisha Wilson Kalvass
Amy Riley Traynor

For those interested in viewing this item during the board meeting, you can follow this link:

KLC speaking during open forum: https://katyisdtx.new.swagit.com/videos/173785?ts=2595

Agenda item 10.3: https://katyisdtx.new.swagit.com/videos/173785?ts=11
Congratulations again to our new Trustee Victor Perez! You did a great job last evening in the first board meeting fighting for our teachers and staff. Looking forward to the next 3 years. Thank you for stepping up to this monumental challenge.
Congrats dad! Praying for you.
Congratulations Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board, Rick Garcia for FBISD Board of Trustees, Re-Elect Scott Bowen for Clear Creek ISD Trustee At-Large, Amanda Kuhn for Pearland ISD School Board Position #5, and David Hamilton for FBISD! Thank you for wanting to serve the families in your districts. I look forward to working with all the Trustees that won their races in the 61 Independent School Districts that make up SBOE #7.
Katy Literacy Coalition would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to all candidates in the 2022 Katy ISD board of trustees election. We would like to congratulate Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board on his election and Lance Redmon - Katy ISD Board of Trustees on his re-election. Welcome, Victor, to the mission of bringing structured literacy practices to Katy ISD so that ALL Katy ISD students are afforded the literacy they deserve. Congratulations gentlemen, we look forward to continued collaboration!

For reference, please see the following links from Texas Education Agency and Texas Association of School Boards for clear understanding of responsibilities and expectations for school board trustees in Texas.

TEA: https://tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/school-boards

TASB: https://www.tasb.org/members/enhance-district/texas-school-board-roles-and-responsibilities.aspx
Congratulations!
As a general rule, we don’t weigh in on political races. Especially local ones. With so much disinformation out there, we felt compelled to put in our $0.02. Vote Victor Perez for Katy ISD School Board for Katy ISD position 1. More to come on why we voted

Did you prevail?
Showing our support at soccer today.
The entrance for voting at the Merrell Center is on the west side. Most of the candidate posters are in the east. Save yourself a walk and park on the west. Unless you want a nice walk.

Voted this morning. It's good to see our computer votes are now backed with a paper trail.
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