Hello Kennedale ISD Family,
I am Esteban Cerda IV, but everyone knows me as Steve. I am running for Kennedale ISD School Board Place 5. My wife Lori and I have lived in Kennedale School District since 2003. We have 2 children, Megan and Steve, who have attended KISD schools since elementary and are both currently attending Kennedale high school.
I am a 6-year veteran of the Texas Army National Guard. I have a Bachelor’s in History from The University at Arlington and a Master’s in Higher Education from Abilene Christian University. I have 20 plus years of working in education at the University and College levels. I currently work as a Coordinator at Tarrant County College where I strive to promote and advocate post-secondary education. I believe all students regardless of background or socioeconomic status have a fundamental right to education.
Community Involvement (Past & Current)
Texas Association of Chicanos in Higher Education (TACHE)- Member
Dallas County Community College Latin Organization of Mentors & Scholars (LOMAS)- Founding Member
Tarrant County College Men of Color- Member
Kennedale Education Foundation- Vice President
Boys Scouts of America- Assistant Scout Master Troop
Girl Scouts- Troop Co-Leader
Kennedale Intermediate 2015 & 2017 Camp Grady Spruce 5th grade Camp- Parent Volunteer
Kennedale Theater in the Park- Participant
Kennedale High School Rotary Interact- Parent Volunteer
DFW Platoon: The Mission Continues- Volunteer
KISD Board Member Goals
Focus on fiscal responsibility and transparency
Ensure that facility and district resources are in line with the growth of the district
Review policies and procedures to ensure student success
Improve Community and Parental engagement
Use feedback and insight from parents, teachers, students and KISD community to direct KISD “Commitment to Excellence”
