Place 4
Term 2024 - 2027
Moved to Prosper from Frisco, TX in April 2012 (Native Texan)
BBA in Management from Hardin-Simmons University
MBA in Strategic Leadership from Amberton University
Director of Sales at NRG Business (Plano, TX)
Elected to the Board in 2018
Married to Teri
Children:  Rachel (Class of ’26), Emily (Class of ‘29), Will (Class of ’30), Jack (Class of ’32) and Katie (Class of ’36)

What a great honor it is to work with the excellent leadership and educators of Prosper ISD to make our school district one of the very best in the state of Texas.  We must prepare for and thrive in the midst of our challenges, giving our students the best possible educational experience and providing them with a solid foundation for great future success.  Our kids deserve nothing less.  I do not take lightly the responsibility entrusted to us by the wonderful community we serve and look forward to the task ahead of us as we prepare for and strive towards a bright future in Prosper ISD. 

Place 2
Term 2023 - 2026
Moved to Prosper in April 2003
Graduated from University of Texas Arlington with a BS in Psychology and a minor in Sociology 
Licensed Insurance Agent, specializing in corporate benefit enrollments; Extensive Community Involvement in Children’s Ministry, Cornerstone, LovePacs, Prosper Ladies Association and High School Booster Clubs
Elected to the Board in 2020
Married to Jason
Children:  Mark (Class of 2013), Drew (Class of 2017), Jacob (Class of 2020), and Emma (Class of 2021) 

After having children in Prosper ISD for over 17 years, I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our district in this capacity. I am proud to be a part of a district that values educating the whole child as top priority, is continually searching for innovative ways to help our students reach their full potential and retain excellent teachers and advocates for our students and staff at the state and federal level. We have a tremendous amount of work to do in our rapidly growing district to maintain an environment that each child can thrive in and be successful in their future endeavors and I am excited to continue this work alongside Dr. Ferguson, staff and fellow board members. My goal is to insure we maintain the standard of excellence we are accustomed to in Prosper ISD for future generations to come. 

Place 1
Term 2022 - 2025
Moved to Prosper in August 2016 from McKinney
Graduated from Texas Tech University with a BS in Construction Engineering and a minor in Business
Serves as a Director for Joeris General Contractors
Elected to the Board in 2022
Married to Whitney
Children: Emerie (Class of 2033), Rowen (Class of 2037), and Wrenlee (Class of 2041)

I am honored to be able to serve our district as a Board Trustee.  Our students, staff, families and community are what make Prosper ISD the best district and I am excited to continue serving these individuals.  I commit to being an educated and informed board trustee and will work with our district leadership to always do what is right for all students and staff in our amazing district.

Having served with the Prosper Education Foundation Board, I have had a front row seat to the incredible opportunities that our students are given and the support that our staff receives from our community.  I will work to continue our focus on quality education, recruiting and retaining the best staff and continuing the financial stewardship for Prosper ISD.

Place 3
Term 2022 - 2025
Moved to Prosper from Oklahoma City in June, 2014
Oklahoma State University – BS in Finance
Executive Vice President/Dallas Market President – InterBank, Dallas, TX
Elected to the Board in 2019
Married to Tammy Cavender
Children: Kelsey (Class of 2020) and Taylor (Class of 2023)

Serving on the board of one of the fastest growing school districts in Texas I am prepared to tackle the challenges facing us going forward.  I will work with my fellow board members to create a long-term vision, charting a course that provides opportunities for students to succeed and to reach their full potential. 

We have great leadership that strives to make the district one that we all can be proud of, and I am committed to making sure Prosper ISD continues this tradition of excellence by focusing on what is best for all students and staff.  It is an honor to serve the students, staff, and community of Prosper ISD.

Place 6
Term 2022 - 2025
Moved to Prosper in January 2021
Graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Communication and double minors in Business and Political Science.
Small-business owner in Prosper, TX specializing in financial services and long-term care planning.  
Elected to the Board in 2022
Married to Lyndi Linker
Children:  Parker, Ryan and Eli

My family and I moved to Prosper, TX in 2021 and chose Prosper specifically because of the school district.  Under the incredible leadership over the last decade, Prosper has become a destination district and one of the true gems of North Texas. 

It is an incredible honor to be elected as a Board Trustee for Prosper ISD and it is a responsibility I take very seriously.  I will work hard every single day for the students, parents, and faculty of Prosper ISD.  I will do everything I can to ensure we continue to have the best teachers, the best academic opportunities for our children, and that our district works for every single family.  We are Prosper, We are One!

Place 5
Term 2023 - 2026
Moved to Prosper in 2012
Elected to the Board in 2023
Married to Kristin  
Children: 3 Children in Prosper ISD

Place 7
Term 2024 - 2027
Moved to Prosper in 2018
Graduated from University of Washington with a BA in Communication and Culture
Graduated from Texas A&M Commerce with a Masters in Educational Administration
20 years of serving in public education, including 8 years as a high school teacher and 12 years working with districts across Texas in EdTech
Married to Kellis
Children: 2 children in Prosper ISD

As a passionate former educator now working in Educational Technology and proudly married to an educator, I firmly believe in the power of public education. I am proudly involved in various areas of the district and community, dedicating myself to ensuring the success and well-being of every student.

I am honored to serve the students and staff of Prosper ISD and look forward to continuing the standard of excellence that has been set before me.