Frisco ISD Board of Trustees

Dynette

Davis

President, Place 4

"I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to serve the Frisco ISD community through my role on the school board. Frisco ISD is a community that has been home to my family since 2012. It is a privilege to work alongside such dedicated individuals in improving the education and future of our students. Our success as a district is because of the dedicated education professionals that show up every day for our students and families. I look forward to continuing the rich traditions of Frisco ISD, while contributing to the forward-thinking innovation that makes us #1."

Email

davisdy@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7794

Term of office

2023-2026

Hometown

Chicago, Illinois

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2012

Family

Daughters: Sasha(FISD Graduate), Londyn(FISD Graduate), Autumn(FISD Student)

Education

Doctoral Candidate, Higher Education Leadership, Concordia University-Chicago, River Forest, IL
M.A., in Curriculum and Instruction, Concordia University-Chicago, River Forest, IL
B.A., Psychology, DePaul University, Chicago, IL

Profession

Educator, Entrepreneur

FISD Service

Elected to Board in 2020
Frisco Council of PTAs, Life Member(2019)
Frisco Council of PTAs, Ambassador Member
FISD Independent Study and Mentorship (ISM) Volunteer
Frisco High School Band Booster Association Board Member
Frisco Education Foundation, Honorary Board Member 2021-2023
FISD Board Secretary, 2022-23

Community Involvement

Texas Health, Community Impact Collin Leadership Council Member: 2022 - Present

Gopal

Ponangi

Vice President, Place 1

“It is a real honor for me to be chosen to serve our community. Our District has a special place in my heart when I first chose to be part of this community more than 16 years ago. The tremendous advancements the Frisco School District has made over the past several years is very commendable. The past and present Leadership and Teachers have put this District in a great trajectory and have been and are shaping thousands of students. I am very glad to be part of this journey and am looking forward to serving our District.”

Email

ponangig@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7791

Term of office

2022-2025

Hometown

Hyderabad, India

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2003

Family

Wife: Viji; Daughters: Ananya, an FISD graduate and Aneesha, an FISD student

Education

Masters in Business Administration, Kakatiya University, India
Bachelors in Chemical Technology, Osmania University, India

Profession

Senior Manager at Tata Consultancy Services, Dallas

FISD Service

FISD Long Range Planning Committee
(Student Readiness Sub-Committee)
FISD Programs and Facilities Evaluation Committee
Frisco Education Foundation, Advisory Board
Frisco Council of PTAs. Supporter Level: Ambassador

Community Involvement

Founder and President of 501C3 Non Profit: Shubham Foundation
Volunteer: YEA! Frisco - Young Entrepreneurs Academy
Participant/Volunteer/Leader with various Non-Profits in and around Dallas

René

Archambault

Secretary, Place 7

“I am humbled to have been chosen by the community as a Trustee to our magnificent district of over 67,000 students, 4,700 exceptional educators, and 4,000 wonderful staff members. My family and I moved to Frisco for the schools, which is a story that many of us share. Frisco ISD offers students a breadth of opportunities and experiences in and out of the classroom that make for a holistic and rigorous learning experience, and I look forward to building upon that history of innovation and success in this role.”

Email

archambaultr@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7797

Term of office

2021-2024

Hometown

Dallas, Texas

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2008

Family

Husband, Randy; one child, FISD student Zoe

Education

Master's in Education Policy and Leadership, Southern Methodist University
Bachelor's in Business Administration, Texas Christian University

Profession

Deputy Director, Southern Methodist University - Guildhall

FISD Service

First Elected to Board in 2018
FISD Long Range Planning Committee (Financial Transparency Sub-Committee)
FISD Insight Class of 2018
Frisco Education Foundation Advisory Board
Griffin Middle School PTA Member
Frisco Council of PTA's Supporter Level Member

Community Involvement

Frisco FastPacs Governing Board Member
Frisco Women's League Member
City of Frisco Volunteer

Marvin

Lowe

Place 2

It is a true honor for me to be elected as a FISD board trustee. Since moving to Frisco in 2007, the growth of the city and school district has been nothing short of amazing. I look forward to helping guide our continued growth in a way that gives opportunity and fosters excellence in all of our students.

Contact

lowem@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7792

Term of office

2022-2025

Hometown

Los Angeles, CA

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2007

Family

Wife: Evelet. Sons: Nathaniel & Jonathan, Daughters: Micah & Leah. All FISD students.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Profession

Real Estate Broker

Community Involvement

Hopeful Solutions Board Member 2015 – 2017
Volunteer: Hope Fellowship
Former Mentor at Mercy Street Dallas

Stephanie

Elad

Place 3

"I chose Frisco as my home when relocating to North Texas from California 9 years ago, because of the excellent reputation of the school district. Our district has grown tremendously in that time and will continue to grow for years to come. I look forward to working to keep our amazing teachers in Frisco, and ensuring that our students are able to receive a great education that prepares them for life after graduation."

Email

elads@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7793

Term of office

2022-2025

Hometown

Orange, California

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2013

Family

Husband - Jared, Daughters - Marissa (FISD graduate), Rachel (FISD student)

Education

Master's Degree in Speech Communication from San Diego State University; Bachelor's Degree in Communication from University of California, San Diego

Profession

Vice President of Human Resources and Administration

FISD Service

Independence High School Cheer Booster Club

Community Involvement

Member of Chabad of Frisco
North Texas Performing Arts Volunteer
Learning Center Director Search Committee Chair at Congregation Beth Torah,
Youth Group Co-Chair at Congregation Beth Torah
Sisterhood Membership Chair at Congregation Beth Torah

Mark

Hill

Place 5

“It is a privilege to serve such an excellent District. As a resident of Frisco for almost twenty years, I have seen the City of Frisco grow and succeed in large part due to the Frisco ISD. We are blessed to have great parents and students throughout our community, as well as many of the finest educators in the State. The Frisco ISD is a leader in public education, and I look forward to helping that tradition continue for years to come.”

Email

hillmark@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7795

Term of office

2023-2026

Hometown

San Antonio, Texas

Frisco ISD Resident

Since2005

Family

Wife, Tiffany and Daughter, Emily

Education

Juris Doctor, St. Mary’s University School of Law
Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Texas A&M University

Profession

Partner, Scheef & Stone LLP

FISD Service

Elected to Board in 2023
Frisco Education Foundation, Board
Frisco ISD, Legislative Leadership Committee

Community Involvement

Leadership Frisco, Class XXII
St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church

John

Classe

Place 6

“Frisco ISD is a success story thanks to its strong partnerships—with its students, families, FISD teachers and staff, the City of Frisco, our local business community, educational partners like Collin College, and more. I look forward to helping that team of stakeholders in its continued mission to know every student by name and need.”

Email

classej@friscoisd.org
Phone: 469.633.7796

Term of office

2021-2024

Hometown

Richardson, Texas

Frisco ISD Resident

Since 2000

Family

Wife, Melanie; daughters, Harley and Mason, Liberty High School Class of 2023 and 2026

Education

Bachelor of Arts in economics from Vanderbilt University

Profession

Certified Financial Planner™ professional with Bell Financial Group, Frisco, TX

FISD Service

First Elected to Board in 2015; Appointed in 2014
PTA/PTSA Member
Frisco Education Foundation Board Member Ex-Officio, 2014-2016
Texas Association of School Boards, Region 10, Position E Director, 2023-present

Community Involvement

Frisco Economic Development Corporation Board Member, 2016-2017, 2019-2021
Frisco Community Development Corporation Board Member, 2012-2014
Frisco Charter Review Commission Commissioner, 2013
Leadership Frisco Class XVI Graduate
Frisco Parks and Recreation Board Member, 2006-2010 and Chair, 2010
Grace Avenue United Methodist Church Discipleship Council, 2010-2011
Villages of Hillcrest Homeowner's Association President, 2002-2005

Honors & Awards

Leadership TASB Master Trustee

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