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About the Katy ISD Board Election

The Katy ISD Board of Trustees has called for an election of Trustees to be held May 2, 2026. The Board is comprised of seven members who are elected at-large to fill available positions. In accordance with the provisions of the Texas Education Code, a person may not be elected as a Trustee unless the person is a qualified voter.

An individual seeking election as a member of the Board of Trustees must have been a resident of the state for 12 months and a resident of the district six months prior to the last date on which the candidate could file to be listed on the ballot. The following persons have filed as candidates for the upcoming election and the information below has been provided by each.

Sean Hesterly

Spouse: Yes, I have a wife

Children: Daughter (2)

Occupation: Teacher for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD

Subdivision/Area: Cimarron

Years lived within Katy ISD: 38

Katy ISD Involvement: I am a graduate of Mayde Creek High School, and I also had the pleasure of being employed by Katy ISD. At first, I was a substitute teacher, then was hired as a LIFE Skills paraprofessional, eventually becoming a Special Education teacher.

Education: Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies, Texas State University.

Haider Razvi

Occupation: US Army/EMS

Subdivision/Area: Seven Meadows

Years lived within Katy ISD: 10+ Years

Community Involvement: One of the most meaningful ways I’ve volunteered is through the 501st Legion, a nonprofit Star Wars costuming organization that focuses on charity work. Most people see the armor and think it’s for fun, but what stands out is the impact we create.

Katy ISD Involvement: Participated in the KEYS mentorship program, NJROTC as well as the Theatre program in the technical aspect at Seven Lakes High School. These programs helped shape my discipline, teamwork ethic and leadership skills. As a longtime Katy ISD resident and future parent, I am committed to reinvesting my time and energy into strengthening the district. I have seen firsthand the potential of Katy ISD, and I believe we can continue building on that foundation to ensure every student has access to excellence, now and the years ahead.

Education: Associates of Science, Lone Star Community College; Nationally Registered EMT, State Certified EMS Provider, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified, U.S. Army Medical Department Specialist Courses (AMEDD).

Cicely Taylor

Spouse: Steven Taylor

Children: Steven Taylor (28), Summer Free Taylor Johnson (23)

Occupation: Education Administration/Acelero, Inc.

Subdivision/Area: Grand Lakes

Years lived within Katy ISD: 20 years

Katy ISD Involvement: Campus Advisory Team, KEYS Mentor, Leadership Katy Class of 2025-2026

Education: Colby College B.A., University of Texas El Paso M.Ed.

Tiffany Auzenne Asonye

Spouse: Isaac Asonye

Children: Isaac (10), Abigail (9), Josiah (9)

Occupation: Senior Compliance & Governance Officer/American Bank

Subdivision/Area: Pin Oak Enclave

Years lived within Katy ISD: 5 years

Community Involvement: Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority Inc., active member; Eagle Heights Church, Sunday School teacher and leader; Gulf Coast Blood donor

Katy ISD Involvement: PTA member and volunteer; Promise to Read; Katy ISD KEYS Mentor (2024/2025); Bond Advisory Committee member (2023/2024)

Education: Master of Business Administration, Texas Wesleyan; Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems, Jarvis Christian College.

Jim Davidson

Spouse: Kelli Davidson

Children: Avery (18), Ethan (14); both are Katy ISD students

Occupation: Partner – Global Consulting firm ERM (Holding operational and commercial leadership positions)

Subdivision/Area: North of I-10 within City of Katy limits

Years lived within Katy ISD: 41 years

Community Involvement: Regional leader for F3, a men’s fitness, fellowship and faith group; Greater Houston Area event organizer and fundraising lead for Eagles Wings, a Push the Rock Sports Ministry; Volunteer and fundraising liaison for the Manna House..

Katy ISD Involvement: Katy ISD Education Foundation investor; Led and/or supported organization fundraising for Katy Elementary’s Giving Tree for 5 years; Multiple volunteer activities including: Fun Food Friday’s, 8th Grade Dance set up, decorating at Senior Sunrise, and chaperoned multiple school dances and field trips; Katy ISD graduate; husband to 20+ year Katy ISD employee; parent to two students enrolled in Katy ISD.

Education: Bachelor of Science, Bioenvironmental Sciences, Texas A&M University; Postgraduate studies at University of Houston.

David Greene

Occupation: Managing Partner, Trenton Hoyt

Subdivision/Area: Bridgewater Meadow Subdivision

Years lived within Katy ISD: 7 1/2 years

Community Involvement: Greater Houston Lions Club (formerly Katy Lions Club); Fort Bend Precinct 4 Constable’s Advisory Board; Baker Ripley; Hope Impacts (donations); Katy Christian Ministries (intermittent); VFW Auxiliary; Katy Area Retired Educators (KARE)

Katy ISD Involvement: As Lions Club President, I increased participation with the Fine Arts Department on the Peace Poster Competition, and I also spearheaded an increase to the Vision Assistance Program before VSP sunset that program. While not organized through Katy ISD, I also tutored a friend’s 6th grader who was struggling with Math and Reading.

Education: Originally from Connecticut, started at Albertus Magnus before receiving my educational degrees in the U.K. at Canterbury; since moving to Texas, I also earned a DBA from Atlanta.

Jesus Nieto

Children: One (1) sister in senior year of high school.

Occupation: Non-Profit Leader

Subdivision/Area: Camilo Lakes

Years lived within Katy ISD: 5 years

Community Involvement: I have been actively involved in several community and advocacy organizations that focus on public education, student success, and civic engagement. I have volunteered with local and statewide advocacy groups that focus on education policy, LGBTQ+ community organizations, and grassroots networks that support inclusive schools and strong public institutions.

Katy ISD Involvement: I have played an active role in advocating in Katy ISD. As a community organizer in Katy ISD, I have worked to ensure that families, students, and educators are informed and engaged in decisions that affect their schools. I have organized community members to attend school board meetings, provided updates about district policies and issues, and helped amplify the voices of families who want strong, inclusive public schools.

Education: Bachelor of Science in Political Science and minors in Communications, Public Policy & Administration from the University of Houston-Downtown. Post-Graduate studies at the University of Houston.

Nathan Shipley

Spouse: Danielle

Children: Kayla (15), Brayden (13), Lainey (10)

Occupation: Consultant/Executive Director, Circana

Subdivision/Area: Firethorne

Years lived within Katy ISD: 44 years

Community Involvement: Board member of Fort Bend County MUD 151; coached Katy Pony Baseball, Katy Youth Basketball; former volunteer EMT; church volunteer

Katy ISD Involvement: Katy ISD Bond Advisory Committee; Wolman Elementary PTA; WoodCreek Junior High PTA; WoodCreek Junior High Band Boosters; Wolman Elementary GUIDES program; Katy Bengal Brigade/Cheerleaders Booster Club.

Education: Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing focus), University of Houston; Katy ISD graduate (Katy High School, McDonald Junior High, Winborn Elementary)

Caleb Aiden Smith-Silverio

Children: No children. Two brothers attending Katy ISD schools (Paetow High School, age 15; Leonard Elementary, age 8)

Occupation: Sales Lead; College student

Subdivision/Area: Morton Creek Ranch (North Katy/Morton Ranch area)

Years lived within Katy ISD: 14 years

Community Involvement: Houston Community College - Honors Society and Student Government Association (SGA) where I participate in student leadership, academic excellence initiatives, and campus activities focused on representing student voices and improving the college community.

Katy ISD Involvement: I participate in the KEYS Mentoring Program where I mentor and support Katy ISD students by offering guidance, encouragement, and academic and personal support. This program allows me to work directly with students and better understand their needs, challenges, and goals.

Education: Paetow High School, Katy ISD (graduated 2025); Houston Community College, Government major (in progress).

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Polling locations and hours

Role of the Board

Section 11.051 of the State Education Code dictates that a school district be governed by a board of trustees who, as a body corporate, oversee the management of the district, as well as ensure that the superintendent implements and monitors plans, procedures, programs and systems to achieve appropriate, clearly defined desired results in the major areas of district operations.

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This publication is provided to Katy ISD residents for informational purposes only. Katy ISD does not endorse any candidate. Election information can also be found on the District's website at https://www.katyisd.org/domain/4308