Dedré Jefferson was a proud graduate of Elsik High School’s Class of 1986 who went on to teach in the district at Elsik High School, Holub Middle School and Elsik Ninth Grade Center. Dedré Jefferson successfully ran for the school board in 2015 and served as the Board Vice President until her untimely passing in 2016.

Dedré and Ella Jefferson, the namesakes for Jefferson Early Learning Center, are former Alief ISD employees and school board trustees who share a passion for both the Alief community and public education.

Ella Jefferson has worked in various roles in Alief ISD, including as a teacher, specialist, and assistant principal. After retiring from the school district, Ella Jefferson successfully ran for the school board and served as the Board President until her retirement from the board in 2013.