Meet Darlene
Dr. Darlene Breaux is a lifelong educator, advocate, and servant leader running for Texas State Representative, House District 149. With over 25 years of experience as a teacher, mentor, school board president, and policy leader, she’s dedicated to building stronger, more equitable communities. Raised in a working-class family that valued education and hard work, she knows firsthand the challenges families face, and how policy can open doors to opportunity.
As Board President for Alief ISD and a Master Trustee with the Texas Association of School Boards, Dr. Breaux leads with integrity and results. She also serves as Director of the Texas Education Policy Institute (TEPI) and is the founder of Insight Ed. Consulting, helping organizations break barriers and grow. Her leadership has earned national recognition, including the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and being named one of Houston’s Top 30 Influential Women.
From the schoolhouse to the statehouse, Dr. Breaux is ready to fight for fully funded public schools, support small businesses, and ensure every Texan has a fair shot at success. Together, we can unlock the promise of a better tomorrow, for our children, our families, and our future.
Let’s rise to meet this moment, because the future we deserve is ours to build.
Join us today and make a difference.
AWARDS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award
Dr. Darlene Breaux was honored with the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award by President Joseph R. Biden in 2024. This national recognition celebrates individuals who have dedicated their lives to volunteer service and civic engagement. With over three decades of unwavering commitment to education, advocacy, and community empowerment, Dr. Breaux exemplifies what it means to serve with purpose. This award reflects not only her lifelong dedication to uplifting others but also her deep belief in giving back to the communities that shaped her.
Houston's Top 30 Influential Women
Named one of Houston’s Top 30 Influential Women by d-mars.com in 2023, Dr. Breaux joins a powerful circle of women who are shaping the city’s future across sectors. This honor celebrates her leadership in public education, policy, and grassroots advocacy. As a trailblazer and role model, Dr. Breaux continues to inspire others by working to ensure that all voices, especially those too often overlooked, are heard, valued, and reflected in the decisions that shape our communities.
TASB Master Trustee
Dr. Breaux earned the distinguished title of TASB Master Trustee through the Texas Association of School Boards’ advanced leadership program, a year-long, statewide governance institute for school board members. Selected among peers from across Texas, she completed rigorous training focused on educational leadership, policy development, and student outcomes. This recognition is a testament to her thoughtful, strategic approach to governance and her commitment to ensuring every student in Texas has access to a high-quality public education.
