Mindy Bumgarner for State Board of Education
Parents know what’s best for their kids and it’s time their
voices were heard and to bring back common sense education.
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About Mindy Bumgarner
My Mission
I’m Mindy Bumgarner, and I’m running for the Texas State Board of Education because I believe every child deserves a strong education built on the basics, not politics. I’ve worked hands-on developing 504 plans and understand what it takes to support students, teachers, and families in real classrooms. I’ll stand up for school choice and public charter schools because parents should have the right to choose what’s best for their kids. My mission is simple: keep education focused on reading, math, and real-life skills, and give families a voice in the process.
As a proud Republican, I’m committed to promoting transparency, protecting parental rights, and keeping radical political agendas out of our classrooms. I will fight for a curriculum that focuses on core knowledge, real-world skills, and the values that make Texas strong with faith, family, and freedom. Together, we can ensure Texas students are prepared for success without compromising our conservative principles.
Thank you for joining me in putting Texas students and families first.
Priorities
Parent's Voices Being Heard
Parent's Voices Being Heard
Parent's Voices Being Heard
In Texas, parents deserve a real say in what their children are learning. As a Republican, I believe education should reflect the values of our families, not the latest political trend. We need full transparency in school curriculum, and parents should have the right to know, review, and speak up about what’s being taught in the classroom. I’ll work to put local control back in the hands of our communities — not distant decision-makers — and make sure parents are respected partners in their child’s education.
School Choice
Parent's Voices Being Heard
Parent's Voices Being Heard
I believe every child deserves access to a great education, no matter their zip code. That’s why I strongly support school choice — including public charter schools. When families have real options, it creates a healthy competition that drives all schools to do better. Charter schools give parents another path to success, especially for kids who may not thrive in a traditional setting. As someone who has worked closely with students and teachers, I’ve seen how this kind of freedom encourages innovation and excellence in the classroom. When schools compete, our teachers are empowered, and our children are the ones who truly win.
Teaching Curriculum not tests
Teaching Curriculum not tests
Teaching Curriculum not tests
I’m all for accountability, but we’ve lost focus when it comes to how we measure it. Our kids shouldn’t spend the school year learning how to take a test; they should be learning real lessons that prepare them for life. The STAAR test has taken over too much of the classroom, and it’s holding back both students and teachers. We can keep high standards without turning schools into testing factories. It’s time to get back to teaching a full curriculum that challenges students and lets great teachers do what they do best.
Core Education
Teaching Curriculum not tests
Teaching Curriculum not tests
School should be about teaching kids the basics — how to read, write, do math, and think for themselves. It shouldn’t be a place for political agendas. As a conservative, I believe in getting back to the core values that matter: respect, responsibility, hard work, and pride in our country. Our classrooms need less politics and more focus on giving students the tools they need to succeed in life. That’s how we build strong schools and a stronger Texas.