NEDRA ROBINSON

Nedra Robinson is a Crowley Independent School District school board trustee. She won her first term in the at-large general election on May 6, 2017... Nevertheless, Nedra recognized that there were factors that grossly stymied the opportunities and progress of her students in relation to their peers in more affluent communities, for instance, the lack of amenities such as adequate grocery stores, safe parks/playgrounds for families, great walkability, adequate housing, high rates of homeownership, employment, parental education attainment, etc. Due to this experience, she decided to pursue a degree that would allow her to address the social ills that were so vividly displayed in her classroom. Hence, in 2012, Nedra decided to embark on a master's degree in Public Administration to impact education from a policy perspective. Obtaining the master's allowed her to leave teaching and work as a Deputy District Director for a Texas State Representative where she was able to learn about..