Michael R. Clowdus is running for election to the Elgin Independent School District, District 1 in Texas. He is on the ballot in the general election on May 2, 2026. Clowdus is running against Byron A. Mitchell, who is the current President and District 1 Trustee. In a Facebook post, Clowdus said he believes extracurricular activities are the "heartbeat of school engagement," that teachers must be treated fairly and that he will prioritize special education programs.

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Candidates run for Central Texas school board seats in five districts

Michael R. Clowdus' campaign for Elgin Independent School District to represent District 1 is his first run for public office. 

2026 Texas May Uniform Election

As of April 21, 2026, Michael Clowdus did not have a website or any information online.

School Curriculum

Believes extracurricular activities are essential for school engagement, supports fair treatment of teachers, and prioritizes special education programs.

Believes extracurricular activities are essential for school engagement and prioritizes special education programs.

- Believes extracurricular activities are essential for school engagement and prioritizes special education programs.

School Facilities & Resources

Student Wellbeing

For Candidate Michael Clowdus on Issue teachers:  
Advocates for fair treatment of teachers.

Advocates for fair treatment of teachers.

- Advocates for fair treatment of teachers.

Teachers

Access to Education

Facebook

Twitter

Michael Clowdus

As of April 21, 2026, Michael Clowdus’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Rafael Perez

Pavel Tantchev

Graham Shirley

Byron Mitchell

- A trustee is an elected member of a local school board who helps govern a public school district.

- Trustees represent community interests and are responsible for setting policies that guide how the school district operates.

- The board of trustees hires and evaluates the superintendent, who manages the day-to-day operations of the district.

- Trustees approve the district’s budget, monitor spending, and may set the local tax rate or call for bond elections to fund schools.

- The board also oversees educational programs, district goals, and overall performance.

- In Texas, trustees are elected to four-year terms, often on a rotating basis, so not all seats are elected at the same time.

- Trustees serve without financial compensation.

An official who sets policy for a local school district. 