CFISD School Board Election 2025: New Faces, Big Expectations
With all 600 voting centers reporting, unofficial results are in for the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District’s Nov. 4 election. Mind you, the “official” results will drop later this month (~November 17th). Voters selected three new trustees who will soon begin shaping the district’s direction for the next four years.
The Results
Position 5: Lesley Guilmart secured 50.89% of the vote (31,576 ballots), defeating Radele Walker (33.72%) and Terrance Edmond (15.4%).
Position 6: Cleveland Lane Jr. won with 44.79% (28,082 votes), besting Natalie Blasingame (34.25%) and Scott Henry (20.96%).
Position 7: Kendra Camarena captured 49.01% (30,446 votes), ahead of George Edwards Jr. (38.08%) and Elecia Jones (12.91%).
Each winner will serve a four-year term, beginning with their swearing-in at the Dec. 11 board work session, following certification of official results on Nov. 17.
Voter Turnout & Context
Out of 381,986 registered CFISD voters, about 18.36% cast ballots—slightly above average for a local off-year election. Roughly 54% of those votes came during early voting, highlighting how engaged the community was ahead of Election Day.
The Bigger Picture
This year’s race drew unusually strong emotions across social media and community forums, reflecting a growing interest in local education governance. While some voters voiced frustration over campaign rhetoric and transparency, others expressed hope that new leadership will bring fresh collaboration and stability.
As someone observing from outside the district’s parent circles but still within the Cypress community, it’s easy to see how CFISD’s leadership impacts more than classrooms. The district’s reputation influences property values, business investment, and neighborhood growth—making these elections relevant to every resident, even those without students in local schools.
What Comes Next
With new trustees stepping in, the months ahead will likely focus on budget priorities, teacher retention, and student performance—issues that affect not only families but the wider community’s future.
For now, Cypress residents can breathe a little easier knowing the ballots are counted and the next chapter for one of Texas’s largest school districts is about to begin.
