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Michele Gooch
NONPARTISAN
Michele Gooch is running for Texas Trustee, Mansfield ISD.
Personal background
Michele Gooch lives in Mansfield. She has a bachelor's degree in psychology from Howard Payne University and a master's degree in marriage and family counseling from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary.
Professional background
Michele is a leadership and confidence coach at Life by Design and managing partner of Plaid for Women, two companies that help women in business and life. She was previously network pastor at Cypress Creek Church and a sexual abuse counselor at the Women's Center of Tarrant County.
Political background
Michele Gooch's campaign for Place 7 on the Mansfield Independent School District Board of Trustees is her first entry into politics.
School Curriculum
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School Facilities & Resources
Believes public schools shape not just students but the future of a community.
Prioritizes transparency, budgeting, and long-term planning.
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Student Wellbeing
Thinks respecting students' differences is a necessity.
Wants to address academic gaps and students' mental health.
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Teachers
Believes leadership requires responsibility and respect for those impacted by decisions in education.
Will advocate for reducing unnecessary burdens on teachers, respecting their expertise, and letting them focus on teaching.
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Access to Education
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