In this podcast, they discuss the opening of the 87th Legislative Session concerning the events of January 6th, 2021 in Washington DC, media influence on our culture, and a brief discussion on charter schools in Texas.

Dr. Gary VanDeaver
Dr. Gary VanDeaver joins Powell, Youngblood & Taylor as a Field Service Agent. He is a 33-year rural educator who has served as a teacher, elementary principal, high school principal, and most recently as superintendent of New Boston ISD, where he was named the Region 8 Superintendent of the Year. In 2015, Dr. VanDeaver was sworn into office as the State Representative for Texas House District 1 where he has been a member of the Administration, Public Education, and Appropriations committees. He will begin his fourth term as State Representative in January, 2021. During his tenure in the Texas House, Dr. VanDeaver has been a strong voice for public education and his legislative work has been recognized by educational and business groups throughout Texas. Recognizing the importance of civic involvement, Dr. VanDeaver continues to help Texas educators become more involved in the policy-making process.
EDUCATION
Ed.D., East Texas State University, 1996
M.S, East Texas State University, 1982
B.S., East Texas State University, 1981
CERTIFICATIONS
Lifetime Agriculture Science Teacher
Professional Mid-Management
Professional Superintendent