Rich Sena Announces Re-Election Bid for Boerne ISD Board, Highlighting Fiscal Achievements and Educational Excellence

Rich Sena, a trustee for the Boerne Independent School District, has announced his campaign for re-election, emphasizing his commitment to the district's 11,200 students and fiscal responsibility amid rapid community growth. In a recent interview on the Vote Like a Texan platform, Sena highlighted his institutional knowledge from serving multiple terms and working with three superintendents, stating, "It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve our community as a trustee." He added, "I feel that I have 11,200 children… and no amount of time dedicated to this volunteer position is adequate to support them in achieving their dreams." Boerne ISD is an A-rated district, one of only 31 out of over 1,200 in Texas to consistently achieve this rating, and the only one in the San Antonio area with more than 1,000 students, a status attributed to community support, strong governance, and staff development.

Under Sena's tenure, the district has implemented innovative programs such as the P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) program, which allows students to graduate high school with an associate's degree, saving families thousands in college costs. Sena explained, "Our kids can get these associate’s degrees… they’re halfway through the college experience, saving them and their family thousands of dollars." Financially, the district has achieved significant savings through proactive bond refinancing, with Sena detailing, "We paid off the 99 bond… the 02 bond… and we refinanced at a lower rate," noting over $85 million in taxpayer savings from early debt payoff and interest reductions. The 2022 bond projects have also come in under budget, further demonstrating fiscal prudence.

Sena has actively advocated for teachers, testifying in Austin for retention allotments and supporting local initiatives for competitive wages. He championed the successful fight to eliminate the Robin Hood tax, which previously diverted over $120 million from Boerne ISD to the state, ensuring that local tax dollars now stay within the community. Despite receiving $3,000 less per student than the state average, Sena affirms efficient use of funds. Looking ahead, he anticipates modest, manageable growth for Boerne ISD, with a continued focus on Career and Technical Education (CTE) to expand academic options and maintain a 95% College, Career, Military Ready (CCMR) rate, well above the state average. For more insights, watch the full interview on the Vote Like a Texan YouTube Channel.