Bridget Wade
for HISD District VII

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About Bridget Wade

Bridget Wade is the incumbent elected Trustee for Houston ISD, District VII. She is a conservative who won the seat in 2021.  Born in Houston, she attended Briargrove Elementary, Paul Revere Middle School, Wisdom (formerly Robert E. Lee) and Episcopal High Schools.  Bridget then earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from The University of Oklahoma.

Bridget’s leadership involvement in education is longstanding, including President of Briargrove Elementary PTO, Carnival Chair and Campus New Construction Committee.  She also sat on the Episcopal High School Board of Trustees, Alumni Council and Chaired the Auction and Annual Fund.  Bridget also served as a volunteer for Yellowstone Academy and Have Haven.

Bridget’s deep appreciation for our city has led her to numerous leadership positions on several Boards and Leadership Committees in Houston.  In addition to serving as Briargrove Elementary PTO President, she led a special task force for Methodist Hospital.  Bridget also chaired the Advisory Board for The Blaffer Museum of Art at The University of Houston and the National Advisory Board for The Blanton Museum at The University of Texas. Bridget is currently serving as the HISD District 7 Trustee, is a member of the Houston ISD Foundation Board, and The First Horizon advisory board.

Bridget has been married to Patrick Wade for 29 years and together they have 3 adult children and one daughter-in-law, and three precious grandsons.  She and Patrick are founding members of The Church of the Apostles.

Workforce Ready

Houston’s children are Houston’s future! An educated workforce will keep Houston powerful and vibrant. Our children must be our first order of business in securing Houston’s future.

Research is clear: the foundations set in the early years of life are the building blocks for future academic success. Better academic outcomes bring better job opportunities and a more successful Houston.

  • Sound reading skills that start with proven time-tested methods.
  • Math basics that are core to advancement.
  • Budget accountability to our taxpayers.
  • Teachers given opportunities for training, guidance, and accessible teaching tools.
  • Competitive pay for teachers so that HISD can attract and retain the best teachers for our kids.
  • Leadership that sets the path and tone for a long-term vision, goal setting and holding themselves accountable for results.
  • Better utilize the HISD annual budget to elevate student outcomes.
  • Reasonable and attainable goals, both short and long term.
  • Innovation to meet the needs of our students, staff, and infrastructure.
  • Foster a healthy relationship between our schools, staff and the community.

 

Hope must be fueled and independence fostered.  The first and most important goal of HISD is to have our kids ready for career, college or military service.  Our children are worth the investment!