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Member, State Board of Education, District 8

4-year termBallot order Republican then Democratic. Source for roster: Texas Tribune SBOE guide (Oct. 16, 2026) and TCTA list; incumbent Audrey Young (R) is seeking reelection. District covers Walker, Houston, Polk, Trinity, San Jacinto, Grimes, Waller and parts of Harris and Montgomery counties.Partially researched. Last researched Oct 20, 2026Report a correction
RepublicanIncumbent
Democratic
Priorities for This Office
What does the candidate say they would prioritize in this office?
Says she wants to "keep conservative Texas values at the heart of Texas public education"; prioritizes career and technical education, dyslexia services, and access to National Board certification. 
Lists affordable education, separation of church and state, and investment in public schools as priorities. 
Relevant Experience
What experience does the candidate cite as qualifying them for this office?
Cites experience as a district student support director, speech-language therapist, local trustee, and SBOE member. 
Cites work in higher education, international education and ESL teaching. 
Operations and Service
What changes, if any, does the candidate propose to how the office operates or serves the public?
No public position found.
Searched Oct 20, 2026.
No public position found.
Searched Oct 20, 2026.
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Priorities for This Office

What does the candidate say they would prioritize in this office?
RepublicanIncumbent
Says she wants to "keep conservative Texas values at the heart of Texas public education"; prioritizes career and technical education, dyslexia services, and access to National Board certification. 
Democratic
Lists affordable education, separation of church and state, and investment in public schools as priorities. 
Sources for this contest (3)
  1. General and Special Elections sample ballot, November 3, 2026, Harris County Clerk / HarrisVotes. Retrieved Oct 20, 2026.
  2. Meet the candidates running for Texas' State Board of Education in 2026, The Texas Tribune (via KSAT). Retrieved Oct 20, 2026.
  3. State Board of Education candidates, Texas Classroom Teachers Association. Retrieved Oct 20, 2026.