Kevin Benedict serves as President of the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees with a strong sense of commitment to the community and school district that invested so much in him. He is dedicated to ensuring Fairfield ISD continues to provide a quality educational and personal foundation that equips students for success and lifelong learning.

Kevin finds great reward in witnessing and celebrating our students’ success and knowing the positive impact they can make on the future trajectory of both their personal and professional lives. He values Fairfield ISD’s strong legacy of academic and extracurricular excellence and believes board leadership should always focus on what is best for students as policies are guided and resources are directed to support continued growth.

Kevin is blessed to serve Fairfield ISD and thankful for the remarkable students, staff, administrators, and fellow trustees who make the district so special. He is especially encouraged by the many opportunities to enhance the current curriculum with a greater emphasis on career and technology offerings to increase student engagement and create pathways to high demand jobs with industry certifications. These initiatives help align education with the ever-changing workforce needs and lead to stronger local economies.

John Fryer serves as Vice President of the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees with a deep personal connection to the district. Having attended school in Fairfield himself, along with his children and grandchildren, John believes the success of Fairfield ISD has always been important to his family.

John believes the most important role of a school board member is to ensure schools are led by quality teachers and administrators who serve students well and create strong learning environments that support student success. He takes great pride in seeing Fairfield ISD students graduate and become successful in the career paths they choose and remains committed to supporting opportunities that prepare students for life beyond the classroom.

Kim Whitaker serves as Secretary of the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees with a deep love for the community she calls home. Having lived in Fairfield for nearly 40 years, she is committed to ensuring students receive a great education and that administrators, teachers, and staff work in schools where they feel valued and supported.

Fairfield ISD is especially meaningful to Kim because she taught at Fairfield High School for 26 years. She cherishes the many memories made with students and colleagues throughout her career. With more than 35 years in education, Kim is motivated by a servant mentality and believes she has been called to continue serving others. She is grateful for the knowledge and experience she brings and considers it a blessing to serve Fairfield ISD.

Eric Chavers serves on the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees because Fairfield is home. He is committed to giving back to the community that invested in him and helped shape who he is today. Eric believes schools should remain community focused and play an important role in shaping future generations to become good, productive citizens.

Eric enjoys seeing students succeed and values the strong support Fairfield’s community shows for its schools. He is proud of the wide range of opportunities Fairfield ISD provides, believing there is a place for every student to plug in and be part of something meaningful. These experiences help give students a solid foundation for a successful future.

Ashlee Daniel serves on the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees because she cares deeply about students, schools, and the Fairfield community. She believes strong public schools are essential to the future and is committed to helping Fairfield continue to thrive.

Ashlee enjoys working alongside dedicated educators, administrators, parents, and fellow board members who truly want to do what is best for kids. She values the opportunity to give back to a district that plays a vital role in shaping children and supporting families. Fairfield ISD is special to Ashlee because it is a close-knit community with strong school pride and a true sense of family where people genuinely care about one another.

Penny Meredith serves on the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees to give back to the community that helped shape and build her into who she is today. She enjoys seeing student success and helping grow future leaders, whether they remain in the Fairfield community or pursue opportunities beyond it.

Fairfield ISD holds special meaning for Penny, as her family has been part of the district for multiple generations. She is proud to continue serving the Eagle family and values the strong sense of community and shared purpose that define Fairfield ISD. Penny believes in the importance of a growth mindset and embracing change, recognizing how daily growth and progress help shape both the district and the next chapter of her own journey.

Jeff Wright serves on the Fairfield ISD Board of Trustees because of his passion for education and students. After more than 30 years as a teacher, he views board service as the next way he can continue serving students and supporting the district.

Fairfield is home to Jeff. After teaching in the district for many years and now serving on staff at Round Prairie Baptist Church, he is committed to helping Fairfield be the best it can be. Jeff believes the most important role of the school board, both individually and collectively, is representing students, teachers, staff, and the community while charting the path forward for Fairfield ISD.

Fairfield ISD is special to Jeff because of the people. He believes Fairfield ISD has the best people in Texas and considers it a blessing and privilege to be part of FISD.