Stephanie Bazan

Stephanie Bazan earned a B.A. in English from St. Edward's University in 2002 and an M.A. in creative writing from the University of Leeds in 2005. She also studied at the University of Texas, Austin. Her career experience includes working as a communications consultant, communications officer, marketing director, adjunct professor, and graphic designer.[1] She has also served as the executive director at Generation SERVE, a nonprofit. Bazan has been affiliated with the following organizations:

Integral Care

The Junior League of Austin

City of Austin Parks and Recreation Board

Explore Austin

Austin Community Foundation Hispanic Impact Fund

Hispanic Women’s Network of Texas

LBJ Future Forum[2]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Stephanie Limon Bazan: I’m a mom, nonprofit leader, former educator, and fifth-generation Texan running for the Texas State Board of Education. A proud product of Austin ISD schools and a first-generation college graduate, I believe deeply in public education because it shaped my own life. Now the parent of two young children, I’m focused on strengthening Texas public schools so every student has access to a high-quality education, regardless of zip code, language, or learning needs.

Education and service have guided my career. I taught at St. Edward’s University, and have worked across education, healthcare, law, and nonprofit sectors. My experience includes work with LifeWorks addressing youth homelessness and literacy, and the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, leading the nationally recognized Hispanic Austin Leadership program.

I currently serve as Secretary of the Board of Integral Care, and sit on its Finance Committee overseeing a budget of $100M+. I’m also Chair of the City of Austin Parks & Recreation Board. My additional service includes advisory roles with Explore Austin, the St. Edward’s School of Arts & Humanities Advisory Board, and the Austin Community Foundation Hispanic Impact Fund.

Born and raised in South Austin, I earned my bachelor’s degree from St. Edward’s University, a master’s from the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom, and am a graduate and ambassador of the LBJ Women’s Campaign School at the University of Texas.

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?

Better Supporting Students

Every child deserves a high-quality public education, no matter their zipcode, the language they speak at home, or the supports they need to learn. Our public schools must be equipped to meet the diverse and changing needs of our students. That means fully supporting English Language Learners, addressing the impact of poverty on academic achievement, and ensuring students receiving special education services have access to the resources and accommodations they deserve. When we invest in comprehensive student supports, we create opportunities for all Texans to graduate high school prepared for college, career, or other post-secondary opportunities, and for lifelong success.Supporting & Sustaining Educators

Educators deserve respect, support, and policies that allow them to thrive in the classroom. Strengthening our public education system requires recruiting and retaining a diverse, highly qualified teaching workforce, including bilingual educators and teachers prepared to meet the needs of all learners. We must support multiple, high-quality pathways into the profession and remove unnecessary barriers to entry while maintaining rigorous standards. Professional development should be meaningful, relevant, and not merely compliance-driven. By investing in a strong, sustainable educator pipeline, we can ensure every Texas student has access to well-prepared, supported teachers who are set up to succeed.Protecting Curriculum Standards

Our students need curriculum standards that are accurate and rigorous and prepare them for college, career, and civic life. Strong standards should be grounded in evidence, aligned with student development, and informed by educators and subject-matter experts, not derived from political agendas. In social studies, for example, students deserve curriculum that builds a foundation in history, geography, government, and economics while incorporating culture and differing viewpoints. Curriculum should not be revised or removed simply because history is complex, uncomfortable, or challenging to confront.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about Education policy, especially curriculum development, teacher training, and student supports as well as school funding. I am interested in public policies that strengthen public education and expand opportunities for all students. My longtime work and service with youth and families, as well as my lived experience, has shaped my commitment to education and belief that education is an equalizer. Healthcare, especially related to mental health, is important to me. As a Parks Board Member, I am also passionate about community health and supporting accessibility and promotion of safe and inclusive access to parks, trails, recreation centers, and green spaces.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Organizations: Capital Area Progressive Democrats, Austin Tejano Democrats

Individuals: Sheryl Cole, State Rep in House District 46;

Celia Israel, Travis County Tax Assessor-Collector & Former State Rep in House District 50; Sally Hernandez, Travis County Sheriff; Gabe Padilla, Travis County Constable, P4; Kerry Fossler Bastrop City Councilwoman; Damián Pantoja, Del Valle ISD Board of Trustees; Ann Kitchen, Former Austin City Councilmember & State Rep in House District 48; Dr. Nora de Hoyos Comstock, Fomer ACC Trustee

Campaign websiteBazan's campaign website stated the following:Supporting & Sustaining EducatorsTexas teachers deserve more. Educators deserve respect, support, and policies that allow them to thrive in the classroom. Strengthening our public education system requires recruiting and retaining a diverse, highly qualified teaching workforce, including bilingual educators and teachers prepared to meet the needs of all learners. We must support multiple, high-quality pathways into the profession and remove unnecessary barriers to entry while maintaining rigorous standards. Professional development should be meaningful, relevant, and not merely compliance-driven. By investing in a strong, sustainable educator pipeline, we can ensure every Texas student has access to well-prepared, supported teachers who are set up to succeed. Better Supporting StudentsEvery child deserves a high-quality public education, no matter their zip code, the language they speak at home, or the supports they need to learn. Our public schools must be equipped to meet the diverse and changing needs of our students. That means fully supporting English Language Learners, addressing the impact of poverty on academic achievement, and ensuring students receiving special education services have access to the resources and accommodations they deserve. When we invest in comprehensive student supports, we create opportunities for all Texans to graduate high school prepared for college, career, or other post-secondary opportunities, and for lifelong success. Protecting Curriculum StandardsOur students need curriculum standards that are accurate and rigorous and prepare them for college, career, and civic life. Strong standards should be grounded in evidence, aligned with student development, and informed by educators and subject-matter experts, not derived from political agendas. In social studies, for example, students deserve curriculum that builds a foundation in history, geography, government, and economics while incorporating culture and differing viewpoints. Curriculum should not be revised or removed simply because history is complex, uncomfortable, or challenging to confront. By learning multiple perspectives and developing critical thinking skills, students are better prepared to participate actively and contribute thoughtfully in their communities. Strengthening Public SchoolsWe need to work together to ensure safe and supportive public schools that focus on the whole child rather than being hyper focused on high stakes testing. While we have a lot of ground to make up with reading and math scores being at historic lows, there must be more to school than testing. — Stephanie Bazan's campaign website (May 20, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

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