Allison Bush

Allison Bush graduated from Lumberton High School. She earned an associate degree in communication and visual arts from Kilgore College and a bachelor's degree in communication and special education from Stephen F. Austin State University. Her career experience includes working as a teacher, counselor, administrator, and education foundation leader.[1][2]

Bush has been affiliated with the following organizations:

Kaufman ISD Education Foundation

Hays CISD Education Foundation

Moe & Gene Johnson High School Athletic Booster Club

Moe & Gene Johnson High School PTA

Pflugerville ISD PTO

Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce

Bastrop ISD PTA

Texas Association of Partners in Education

Bastrop County Child Protective Services

St. David’s North Austin Medical Center Ethics Committee

Leadership Women[3]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Allison Bush is a dedicated public education advocate with over 25 years of experience as a teacher, school counselor, nonprofit executive director, and community advocate in Central Texas. Her commitment to education is deeply personal: as a fourth-grader with dyslexia, she had a teacher who believed in her and refused to give up, changing the trajectory of her life. That experience inspired her lifelong mission to ensure every Texas student has a fair shot at success.

Allison has served as Executive Director of the Pflugerville Education Foundation and Bastrop Education Foundation, where she led strategic fundraising initiatives, coordinated community volunteers, and secured critical resources for public schools. She has served as President of a statewide education association and currently advises multiple public school education foundations on board development, voter engagement, and grassroots organizing.

She is a proud graduate of the LBJ Women’s Campaign School at The University of Texas at Austin, Leadership Women, and Stephen F. Austin State University, reflecting her commitment to leadership and public service. Allison has also served as a Texas Education Agency surrogate parent for special needs foster children, advocating for students who often lack a consistent voice. Her professional experience bridges classroom realities with the policy decisions that shape public education statewide.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Texas faces a teacher crisis driven by shortages, burnout, and low pay. Allison Bush knows what it's like to be in the classroom, and she will fight for policies that reduce paperwork, provide resources, improve teacher retention, and restore dignity to the teaching profession. As a former educator and proud union member, Allison believes teachers should never be used as political pawns or punching bags. She is committed to listening to teachers themselves, understanding that every district, every subject, and every community has unique needs. Supporting teachers also means supporting their mental health and well-being so they can focus on what matters most: inspiring the next generation of Texas students.No child should fall behind simply because of where they live or which school they attend. Texas has allowed unchecked charter expansion without proper oversight, diverting critical resources from traditional public schools, the backbone of our communities. Allison Bush will ensure all schools receiving taxpayer dollars, whether traditional public or charter, are held to the same high academic standards, fiscal transparency, and accountability requirements. She will fight to ensure that voucher and funding policies strengthen classrooms rather than fuel corporate profits, putting equity and responsible spending at the center of every education decision.Every student in Texas deserves a classroom where learning, not politics, comes first. Allison Bush will fight to protect accurate history education, age-appropriate health education, and safe, inclusive school campuses while ensuring teachers have the trust and autonomy to do their jobs effectively. She believes the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) standards should serve as a roadmap for preparing students for success, not as a tool for partisan political agendas. Academic standards must reflect the expertise of educators and subject matter professionals. Allison will center the voices of parents, students, and communities in shaping school policy, not politicians.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Allison Bush is passionate about public education policy that puts students first, supports educators, and is grounded in facts rather than ideology. Her work includes writing curriculum, managing school budgets, developing education policy, supervising staff, and collaborating with teams to support student learning.

She advocates for accurate, age-appropriate, and inclusive curriculum standards free from political interference; strong teacher support and retention policies; safe, supportive school environments; and responsible stewardship of public education dollars. She is committed to educational equity for all Texas students, regardless of zip code or personal circumstances.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Northeast Travis County Democrats, South Austin Democrats, North by Northwest Democrats, and Austin Liberal Democrats. Steve Jacobs, ACC Trustee

José Velásquez, Austin City Council

Zohaib “Zo” Qadri, Austin City Council

Ryan Alter, Austin City Council

Paige Ellis, Austin City Council

Victor Gonzales, Former Mayor of Pflugerville

Kimberly Holiday, Pflugerville Mayor Pro Tem

Doug Weiss, Mayor of Pflugerville

Rudy Metayer, Pflugerville City Council

Johnathan Coffman, Pflugerville City Council

Omar Pena, Former Pflugerville City Council

Jim McDonald, Former Pflugerville City Council

Brigid Shea Travis County Commissioner

George Morales Former Travis County Constable

Anna Cortez Manor ISD Trustee

Esperanza Orozco Hays CISD Trustee

Campaign websitesBush's campaign website stated the following:PRIORITIESSupporting TeachersTexas faces a teacher crisis driven by shortages, burnout, and low pay. Allison knows what it’s like to be in the classroom, and she will fight for policies that reduce paperwork, provide resources, improve retention, and restore dignity to the teaching profession.As a former educator and proud union member, Allison believes teachers should never be used as political pawns or punching bags. She sees education as a collective effort to prepare students for the future, not a platform for advancing partisan agendas. Allison is committed to listening to teachers themselves, understanding that every district, every subject, and every community has unique needs. She is ready to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to find real solutions.Supporting teachers also means supporting their well-being. Classroom management is tied not only to student mental health, but also to the mental health of educators who face increasing pressures. Allison will fight for policies that respect teachers’ voices, protect their time, and strengthen their ability to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring the next generation.Fair Funding & AccountabilityNo child should fall behind simply because of where they live or which school they attend. While some charter schools may provide benefits, the reality is that Texas has allowed unchecked charter growth without proper oversight. This unchecked expansion diverts critical resources away from traditional public schools—the backbone of our communities.All schools receiving taxpayer dollars—whether traditional public or charter—must be held to the same high academic standards, fiscal transparency, and accountability. We must set clear guidelines for how funds are distributed, including vouchers, and ensure that public dollars strengthen classrooms, not fuel corporate profits. Charter growth must not come at the expense of locally governed public schools, and I oppose the unlimited expansion of charter schools that diverts resources from our neighborhood public schools.Texans deserve confidence that every education dollar is spent responsibly, with equity and transparency at the center, so that every child has access to a strong classroom, supported teachers, and the tools they need to succeed.Strong ClassroomsEvery student in Texas deserves a classroom where learning—not politics—comes first. Allison will fight to protect accurate history, age-appropriate health education, and safe schools, while ensuring that teachers have the trust and freedom to do their jobs effectively.She believes academic standards must reflect the expertise of educators and subject matter professionals, not the shifting winds of partisan politics. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) should be a roadmap for preparing students for success, not a tool for political agenda.Allison is dedicated to ensuring that every child in Texas has access to a well-rounded, high-quality education. Students should learn from accurate information, feel reflected in what they study, and gain the knowledge and perspective needed to understand the past so they can shape a brighter future for themselves and for our state.Strong classrooms are grounded in high expectations, well-supported teachers, and a safe and inclusive environment. With the voices of parents, students, and communities leading the way—not politicians—we can ensure that every child in Texas has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.— Allison Bush's campaign website (May 20, 2026)Bush's campaign website stated the following:PRIORITIESSupporting TeachersTexas faces a teacher crisis driven by shortages, burnout, and low pay. Allison knows what it’s like to be in the classroom, and she will fight for policies that reduce paperwork, provide resources, improve retention, and restore dignity to the teaching profession.As a former educator and proud union member, Allison believes teachers should never be used as political pawns or punching bags. She sees education as a collective effort to prepare students for the future, not a platform for advancing partisan agendas. Allison is committed to listening to teachers themselves, understanding that every district, every subject, and every community has unique needs. She is ready to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to find real solutions.Supporting teachers also means supporting their well-being. Classroom management is tied not only to student mental health, but also to the mental health of educators who face increasing pressures. Allison will fight for policies that respect teachers’ voices, protect their time, and strengthen their ability to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring the next generation.Fair Funding & AccountabilityNo child should fall behind simply because of where they live or which school they attend. While some charter schools may provide benefits, the reality is that Texas has allowed unchecked charter growth without proper oversight. This unchecked expansion diverts critical resources away from traditional public schools—the backbone of our communities.All schools receiving taxpayer dollars—whether traditional public or charter—must be held to the same high academic standards, fiscal transparency, and accountability. We must set clear guidelines for how funds are distributed, including vouchers, and ensure public dollars are strengthening classrooms, not fueling corporate profits.Texans deserve confidence that every education dollar is spent responsibly, with equity and transparency at the center, so that every child has access to a strong classroom, supported teachers, and the tools they need to succeed.Strong ClassroomsEvery student in Texas deserves a classroom where learning—not politics—comes first. Allison will fight to protect accurate history, age-appropriate health education, and safe schools, while ensuring that teachers have the trust and freedom to do their jobs effectively.She believes academic standards must reflect the expertise of educators and subject matter professionals, not the shifting winds of partisan politics. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) should be a roadmap for preparing students for success, not a tool for political agenda.Allison is dedicated to ensuring that every child in Texas has access to a well-rounded, high-quality education. Students should learn from accurate information, feel reflected in what they study, and gain the knowledge and perspective needed to understand the past so they can shape a brighter future for themselves and for our state.Strong classrooms are grounded in high expectations, well-supported teachers, and a safe and inclusive environment. With the voices of parents, students, and communities leading the way—not politicians—we can ensure that every child in Texas has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.— Allison Bush's campaign website (January 16, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.