Defending the honor of Texas students and educators since 2004.
Board of Directors
Scott & Leslie Milder
Co-Founders
The Milders founded Friends of Texas Public Schools in 2004 with a commitment to educating Texans about the strengths and achievements of Texas public schools...and there are plenty! Scott has invested the last 20+ years in the educational architecture industry and is the K-12 Market Leader at VLK Architects where he leads the firm’s education advocacy efforts.
Dr. Dalane Bouillion
Board President
Dr. Dalane Bouillion has devoted her career to advancing public education in Texas. She serves as Chief Development Officer at VLK Architects, where she leads strategic initiatives and fosters a collaborative culture. A lifelong educator, Dalane began her career as a teacher before serving as an assistant superintendent and chief academic officer.
She is proud to continue her mission to celebrate and strengthen public education across the state with FOTPS.
Elizabeth MComb
Vice President - Local Strategy
Lizzi McComb has spent the last 15 years working in public education, serving as a School Psychologist, Special Education Advocate, and higher ed faculty member. She currently partners with districts across Texas to implement high-quality out-of-school time programs through her work with Right at School. Liz is honored to contribute to the mission of FOTPS in celebrating and advocating for the great work happening in our schools.
Jason Osborne
Vice President - Statewide Strategy
Jason Osborne serves as the Chief Business Officer for the scientific and educational virtual reality company, syGlass. Prior to syGlass, he served over six years as the Chief Innovation Officer at Ector County ISD in Odessa, Texas. In both capacities, he spearheaded innovative educational experiences for students and teachers through STEM methodology, research, and engaging authentic investigations.
Dr. Shelby McIntosh Goldman
Director of Partnerships & Strategic Alliances
Shelby is the Senior Vice President of Revenue and General Manager at BetterLesson, leading growth and strategy across the K–12 education landscape. With more than a decade of experience in EdTech and education services, she is passionate about empowering educators and advancing public education through innovative, sustainable solutions.
Charlie Davis
Director of Advisory Engagement
Charlie is an Energy Solutions Business Development Manager with Schneider Electric. Schneider Electric's purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all.
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Tina Shanks
Director of Corporate Partnerships
Tina is the Regional Sales Manager in Texas for Raptor Technologies, a integrated company that provides school safety software that enables schools to prevent, prepare, respond and recover from any emergency. She started out as a classroom teacher and then transitioned into Ed Tech sales 20 years ago, continuing her passion for education outside of the classroom.
Isaac Trevino
Director of Storytelling & Communications
Isaac Treviño has been a steadfast advocate for public education throughout his life, with strong family ties to the K–12 system—his father serves as a superintendent, and many of his relatives have worked as educators and district leaders. With more than seven years of experience collaborating with school districts in the field of educational technology, Isaac is dedicated to supporting and empowering educators across Texas.
Dr. Allison Matney
Director of Research & Insights
With 30 years of experience in public education in Texas, Allison is a passionate advocate for public schools across the state. She is currently a Senior Consultant at STRIVE Public Policy Resources where she serves as Deputy Director of the Texas Center for School Accountability. As a proud board member of FOTPS, Allison is honored to help advance the organization’s mission to celebrate and support Texas public education.
Blake Powell
Director of Governance & Nominations
Blake is the managing partner of Powell Law Group, serving hundreds of school districts in Texas. The firm handles a broad range of general school law and litigation issues.
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James Guerra
Director of Community Engagement
James has served education systems in various roles since 2004, recognizing early on that human capital drives sustainable improvement in schools. In 2014, he founded his company with the mission of helping school systems nationwide retain top educators and partner with select organizations to ensure every learner has the tools for success. James has served on the Austin Ed Fund Board, the WGI Advisory Board, and two terms on Texas State’s Leadership Council.
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Jon Bubb
Director of Technology & Innovation
With over 24 years of experience in educational technology serving Texas public schools, Jon Bubb is deeply dedicated to improving public education in Texas. Raised by public school teachers and married to a middle school math educator, Jon’s commitment is both personal and professional. As the Texas Team Lead at MagicSchool AI, he assists districts in implementing AI tools that are safe, classroom-ready, and aligned with instructional objectives. Jon offers a forward-looking view on technology in education, rooted in a deep respect for Texas educators and a belief in the transformative power of public schools.
Shara Turner
Director of Membership Development
With more than two decades of experience in education, Shara Turner serves as Senior Learning Experience Design Director at Imagine Learning, where she helps shape digital learning experiences for K–12 students across the country. A National Board Certified Teacher and elected Trustee for Hutto ISD, Shara has also served on the boards of the Imagine Learning Foundation and the Hutto Education Foundation, supporting efforts to strengthen Texas public schools through equity, community trust, and opportunities for educators and students.
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