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Liberty-Eylau ISD School Board

Click on each board member below to read about them.

Media requests for the School Board should be directed to the Communications Coordinator. For inquiries, interviews, or official statements, please contact Allison Brown at the Communications Office at 903-832-1535 ext 1204 or by email allison.brown@leisd.net.

 

  • My name is Renee Martin. Liberty-Eylau is my home and has been for more than 40 years. It is where I married my high school sweetheart, and where we raised our two daughters who are now adults living and raising their children in the Liberty-Eylau community. I serve this community because it is home and I believe I’ve been called to do so. I believe leadership is a call to serve and foster the greatness that
    resides in every individual, all while creating an atmosphere of teamwork in which every voice works together in unity. I support the family unit and parental involvement. I serve this community with the hope of strengthening the next generation.

    My vision is that LEISD will be a positive example of leadership within our community and our city. My mission is to help provide confidence, support, and opportunities so all can reach their greatest potential.

    “It’s not that you can’t; you just haven’t yet” — Renee Martin
    “For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases Him” - Philippians 2:13

    Email: renee.martin@leisd.net

  • Mr. Hodge was appointed as a Board Member in August of 2016. He has been a
    Liberty-Eylau resident since 1998. He is currently employed as an HRBP Advisor with
    Graphic Packaging International, after spending 28 years at Domtar.


    Trevelyan Hodge holds an Associate of Business Administration from Texarkana College
    and a Bachelor of Science/Organizational Leadership from Texas A&M Texarkana.
    Trevelyan is also a member of the Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members.

    Trevelyan is married to Tina Harper-Hodge, a graduate of Liberty Eylau. They have five
    total children who are all Liberty Eylau graduates: Jakala Harper, Alexuis Martin,
    Treviante Hodge, Trevarie Hodge, and Imani Hodge. They also have two grandchildren
    who attend Liberty Eylau: Aysen Crews and Amari Crews.


    In his spare time, he enjoys working out, reading, serving the community, training his
    two dogs, and traveling. Mr. Hodge believes that God is the key to doing anything, and
    his favorite saying is “delayed but not denied!”

    Email: trevelyan.hodge@leisd.net

  • Timothy Brown is a proud alumnus and lifelong resident of Liberty-Eylau ISD, where he has called the community home for 25 years. Since joining the Liberty-Eylau Fire Department in 2013, Timothy has dedicated himself to protecting lives, responding to emergencies, and mentoring younger members of the department. His service extends far beyond the firehouse — since 2017, he has volunteered countless hours to the school district, working football games, supporting athletic programs, and capturing memories through his photography for softball and baseball teams on the road.

    A leader both in uniform and in the community, Timothy’s dedication has been recognized through numerous honors, including Firefighter of the Year for the Liberty-Eylau Fire Department in both 2018 and 2023, the H.E. Markham Community Service Award in 2024, and the Leopard for Life Award in 2025. Each award reflects his deep commitment to service, integrity, and community pride.

    Professionally, Timothy serves as a Construction Coordinating Engineer for Ritter Communications, where he applies the same work ethic and attention to detail that have defined his public service career. Whether responding to an emergency, volunteering at a school event, or lending his skills to community projects, Timothy embodies the values of leadership, selflessness, and dedication that make Liberty-Eylau a stronger and more united community.

    Email: timothy.brown@leisd.net

  • Brad Haugh previously served on the Liberty-Eylau ISD Board of Trustees for approximately a year and a half during 2019 and 2020. A proud 2000 graduate of Liberty-Eylau High School, Brad has remained actively involved in the district and community. He has served on the District Leadership Team, the Board of the L-E Youth Sports Association, and was the past chairman of the Bond Election Support Committee.

    Professionally, Brad is the Vice President of the Rock Division at SBM.

    Brad and his family have proudly called Liberty-Eylau home for the past 13 years. His wife, Brooke, serves as the Assistant to the Superintendent at LEISD. Their daughter, Tatum, is a Registered Nurse at UAMS, and their son, Triston, attends Texas A&M University–Texarkana, where he plays baseball.

     

    email: brad.haugh@leisd.net

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  • Hello, my name is Becky Fellers, and it’s a great honor to serve on the Liberty-Eylau School Board. For me, this is more than just a position—it's a family legacy. My dad served on the LE school board for many years. My husband and I are both LE graduates, and we've had the immense joy of watching our child and grandchild follow in our footsteps. After retiring from a long career as a teacher right here in Liberty-Eylau, I’m more committed than ever to our students.  Serving as a school board trustee allows me to give back to the place that has given my family so much. I am dedicated to making our community the best it can be, and I see that same passion in the teachers, staff, and administration who welcome me to our campuses. Our collective mission is simple: to give our students the foundation they need to build successful, productive lives. I truly believe that with our incredible team, this is a goal we can and will achieve.

  • Cadesha Benson-Whitaker grew up in Texarkana, TX.  She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR.  She has spent much of her career working with nonprofits and in early childhood education, and she finds joy in being able to give back to the community through her work.  She enjoys doing yoga, spending time with her family, and traveling.  She is married to Joe and they share two sons, Tre’ and Carter.

     

    email: cadesha.benson-whitaker@leisd.net

School Board Meetings

Our Board of Trustees meet in regular session on the third Thursday of each month, and at other times as necessary. Meetings are held at 6:00 p.m. at the LEISD administration offices, 2901 Leopard Dr. The public is welcome to attend all meetings.

The Board of Trustees and the Superintendent work as a “Team of Eight” to lead Liberty-Eylau Independent School District towards excellence.

Citizens who would like to speak to the Board are invited to attend all meetings.

Liberty-Eylau Mission, Vision, and Core Beliefs

  • Mission--LEISD will provide an instructional environment where all students will develop essential academic, career, and social skills for a lifetime of learning.  Our students will become responsible, contributing, and highly productive citizens in a diverse and changing world.
  • Vision--Liberty-Eylau ISD’s vision is to be a world class school focused on high academic achievement in a safe environment where students reach maximum potential.

Core Beliefs

  • We believe EVERY student can graduate and be college and/or career ready. Each LEISD student will receive an excellent education regardless of race, creed, or circumstance. Every student will be treated as a unique individual and valued equally.
  • We believe that parent and community involvement is essential in the education of our students. The District will actively engage parents and the community to be full partners in the education of our students. Student achievement must be the top priority for all stakeholders.
  • We believe that recruiting, retaining, and empowering great employees is the key to providing a world class education. We will hire the best educators, give them continuous training, and hold them accountable for student success. We will allocate the resources and provide the support and encouragement necessary for each educator to reach their full potential.
  • We believe that character education and a strong work ethic enables EVERY student to learn. We will provide academic and extra-curricular programs that develop the whole child with the ultimate goal of producing competitive, confident citizens.
  • We believe a safe and secure environment provides our faculty, staff, and students the peace of mind necessary for the pursuit of excellence. We will establish a school environment that gives our students and staff the freedom to pursue and achieve the highest levels of performance.