Selma entrepreneur Brittney Houser announces run for District 4 Selma City School Board

Selma entrepreneur Brittney S. Houser announced her candidacy for District 4 School Board.

Houser is a graduate of the Selma Early College High School and is running for the school board seat to give back to the school system that “built her foundation, bringing with her unmatched passion and bold, innovative vision for the future of education,” Houser said in her official announcement.

Houser said her experience as founder of nonprofit Girl Level Up Inc. and as a business owner has taught her to be a “visionary thinker, agile problem-solver, and purpose-driven leader—qualities that directly translate to strong and forward-thinking school board leadership.”

Houser has more than a decade of experience in human resources, strategic planning and leadership development. At Girl Level Up Inc., she “empowers girls through mentorship, leadership, financial literacy, and emotional wellness, instilling confidence and opening doors to opportunity.”

She holds a master’s degree in human resource management from Troy University, a Juris Master’s in Employment Law from Texas A&M University, and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Alabama. Houser said her leadership “reflects a deep belief in developing the whole child, uplifting families, and fostering collaboration across all levels of the education system.”

“As an entrepreneur, I’ve learned how to lead with vision, adapt with integrity, and unite people behind a mission,” said Houser. “Our school system needs leadership that is both innovative and grounded in trust. I’m ready to bring that to our board—because our scholars deserve it.” 

Houser said she plans to meet and listen to parents, teachers, students and staff to help build solutions and be honest about the challenges in the community. 

If elected, Houser said she will focus on:

• Creating a Culture of Collaboration among educators, parents, students, and the community to ensure every child is supported.
• Family Engagement Initiatives that include personal and professional growth opportunities for parents, because student success starts in the home.

• Providing Professional Growth Opportunities for teachers and staff through continuous training, leadership development, and support.
• Promoting Ethical, Transparent Governance and restoring public trust in decision-making processes.
• Prioritizing Parent and Student Engagement through open forums, mentorship programs, and student advisory opportunities.
• Expanding Access to Leadership, Academic, and Life Skills Programs that prepare students for success beyond the classroom.
• Driving Results with Strategic Planning focuses on data-driven improvement and long-term impact.

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