Steven is an experienced educator and advocate for K-12 education and Texas public policy, with expertise in urban education and systemic improvement. He has taught English in Dallas ISD, focusing on academic rigor, student progress, and fostering a culture of respect and excellence. His graduate studies at SMU and UT Austin provided exposure to diverse educational environments, equipping him to support teachers, school leaders, and district managers in post-pandemic challenges. He hopes to earn his Ed.D in the near future.Steven's work extends beyond the classroom. He has served as a Teaching Assistant at UT-Austin, an Education Consultant for the Principal Impact Collaborative, and a Development Fellow with Teach For America. His work at the federal level with Congressman Marc Veasey in Washington, D.C., offered valuable insights into legislative processes and education policy.As a board member of the Hillcrest High School Community Foundation, Steven collaborates with stakeholders across generations to support schools and drive meaningful outcomes. He brings a track record of effective communication, strategic planning, and bipartisan problem-solving to his work.Now based in Austin, Steven is actively engaged in advancing K-12 education, governmental affairs, and policy improvement. In the post-election landscape, he is committed to cutting through spin and misinformation by providing facts, evidence, and objective analysis. His work reflects a dedication to ensuring that policy decisions are grounded in truth and that every Texan, regardless of political affiliation, benefits from access to quality education for decades to come.