A passion for teaching. A commitment to quality schools.

Alma Lara has been a dedicated educator for 35 years. She understands how important a quality education is to our children and to our community’s future. Alma will use her experience as an educator to find community-based solutions to our schools’ problems and to make sure we give every child a good, complete education.

Vote for Alma in the Runoff Election! Early voting is from Nov. 30 to Dec. 8, and Election Day is Dec. 12. Click here to find out where and when you can vote for Alma!

Join Our Campaign Today!
Contribute to Alma Lara!

About HISD District 1

District map HISD District 1 is a sprawling district, representing the full diversity of the City of Houston. Containing over 35 schools, including 6 high schools, District 1 serves neighborhoods including the Northside, the Heights, and parts of Oak Forest. Download Map »

Learn About the Issues

  • Preparation: providing students with the skills to be successful in life & in their community. Read More »
  • Infrastructure: giving students & schools the resources to reach high levels of achievement. Read More »
  • Dropout prevention: uniting education, business, & community leaders to seek positive solutions and reduce dropout rates. Read More »

Campaign News

WATCH: Alma discusses the future of Houston schools in 2 new videos

Alma Lara Campaign—December 2, 2009—In two new videos, Alma discusses the future of low-enrollment schools in HISD, as well the role of magnet programs in educating Houston’s young people. Read More »