Service for Country
Service for Community
FOCUSED ON STUDENT SUCCESS, EXPERIENCED TO SEE IT THROUGH
My life work is committed to supporting student success, public education, and teachers. As your school board member, my commitment is to guide Northside ISD to achieve excellence in all areas. Past successes include:
Reduced the tax burden
Approved funding for safety and security measures at all campuses
Increased teacher salaries and benefits
Established magnet school for teachers to support teacher recruitment
Renovated aging campuses and replaced obsolete building infrastructure
Expanded school choice through new magnet and academy programs
Defined clear career paths for students through elementary STEM labs, middle school programs, high school certifications, and university partnerships
Created new business partnerships to get industry and government mentors and programs in the classroom to support teachers
“We were fortunate to have voters support in the 2023 election, I will continue preparing our students for the careers of the future while protecting your tax dollars.
Thank you for your votes.”
— Bobby Blount
About Bobby
Bobby Blount was elected to the Northside ISD Board of Trustees in 1999. He is currently the President of the Bexar County School Boards Coalition, the Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members, and the Go Public campaign. He is a proud graduate of the Leadership of the Texas Association of School Board (TASB) Leadership program and has achieve the esteemed position of “Master Trustee”.
Service to Country
Bobby Blount service to country began upon his graduation from the Air Force Academy. He served his country as an Air Force officer specializing in communications, computers, and cyber technologies. Upon his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Bobby continued to serve in the public interest as a senior leader of a nonprofit addressing our nation’s most challenging technical and engineering problems.
He is currently responsible for discovering and driving Texas based academia, small businesses, and industry innovation to address national problems.
Bobby is recognized as a national school board education leader and is active in efforts to improve the US education system through engagement in round tables and townhall sessions across the US.
Service to Community
Bobby is known as a leader in Northside ISD and the San Antonio area. He is the founder and Director of the Northside ISD Solar Race Car Event, the Department of Energy Regional Science Bowls and the Northside Soccer League. In these roles, he has directly supported over 25,000 youth. Bobby also serves on the executive board of the UP Partnership.
In addition to his education leadership, Bobby had a sustained involvement in San Antonio cyber security, economic growth, and athletic initiatives. He is Chair of the San Antonio Area American Community Fund.
In recognition of his accomplishments, Bobby received the Public Relations Champion Del Oro Award from the San Antonio Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). He was also honored as one of Northside ISD's Outstanding Mentors.
Bobby has earned several degrees including a law degree from George Mason University, a master's degree in systems management from St. Mary's University, and a bachelor's degree in engineering science from the United States Air Force Academy.
He and his wife Sandra are the proud parents of two children, both graduates of Communications Arts High School, with one also graduating from Stanford University.
The appearance of Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not constitute DoD endorsement“I believe public education is the opportunity to allow all students to be successful in society.”
Advocating for Students
Through state board legislative committees, identified education legislative priorities to determine public education funding needs and education opportunities for all students
Engaged with board, superintendent and staff to achieve goals identified in the community-led strategic plans
Presented and led town hall sessions locally and across Texas on student performance data
Service for Our Future
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Texas Association of School Boards “Master Trustee”
Public Relations Champion Del Oro Award from the San Antonio Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).
Northside ISD's Outstanding Mentors
Texas Association of School Boards Honor Board
HEB Outstanding Board finalist
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Founder and Director of the Northside ISD Solar Race Car Event, 1,200 kids annually
Department of Energy Regional Science Bowls
Founder and Director of Northside Soccer League, 2,000 kids annually
Director, Heroes for Health Initiative
President, Alamo Area Youth Soccer Association
Past President, Youth Orchestra San Antonio
Board, Zachry Magnet School
Board, John Jay Science and Engineering Academy
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Secretary for the UP Partnership
Chair, Chamber of Commerce Cybersecurity Education Council
Chair of the San Antonio Area American Community Fund
President of the Alamo Area Youth Soccer Association.
Co-Directory Project Xander - Cybersecurity for Non-Profits
President of the Bexar County School Boards Coalition
Chair, Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members
We Go Public Board
Student and Parent Voice - School Safety
Bobby helped to plan and kickoff discussions at Brennan High School regarding safety and security concerns. Bobby listened to students and parents, heard concerns, and shared ideas for a strong, safe, and secure Northside ISD.
Northside ISD Single Member District Map
The 2023 election cycle is over, but Bobby can still use your contributions.
Your support is greatly appreciated.
Contact
Do you have a question about the issues facing NISD or want to volunteer to help? You can email Bobby or submit our contact form and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Email
Bobby@BobbyBlount.com
Phone | Text
210-334-1320