Children’s Lighthouse Cypress Welcomes New Ownership Under Randy Travis, Amplifying Commitment to Childhood Education
By: Children’s Lighthouse | September 09, 2025 | CYPRESS, Texas
Children’s Lighthouse Cypress has recently transitioned to new ownership, with Randy Travis, a seasoned professional in child and family advocacy and former family law attorney, at the helm. This change marks a significant step in the school’s mission to enhance the quality of early childhood education while promoting a nurturing environment for children and their families.
Randy Travis brings a unique blend of expertise and personal passion to the role. “Child advocacy work has always held a special place in my heart,” Travis stated. “Owning a Children’s Lighthouse allows me to channel that passion into something purposeful, where children can build a strong foundation for the future.” As a father, he has firsthand experience of how vital resources and supportive environments can enhance a child’s developmental and academic journey.
Travis’s career is notable for its trajectory through various fields. With a business and law degree, he initially immersed himself in child and family advocacy. After more than two decades in veterinary pharmaceutical sales, he intends to leverage his knowledge and resources to foster meaningful impacts within his community. His wife, a professional in human healthcare as a cardiovascular ultrasound technologist, shares his vision and commitment to early childhood education.
Michael Brown, President of Children’s Lighthouse, expressed his enthusiasm for Travis’s new role, stating, “Randy’s passion for children, combined with his leadership and business acumen, makes him an outstanding addition to our franchise family.” Brown emphasized that Travis’s deep-rooted motivations align with the values they seek in leaders of early learning institutions.
Travis’s approach to leadership will focus on enriching the local community’s involvement through various initiatives, including engaging the school through events like movie days, promoting parental involvement in classroom activities, and the potential development of a Parent-Teacher Association (PTA). These initiatives aim to strengthen the relationship between the school and the community, fostering a supportive network for both children and their families.
Children’s Lighthouse is well-recognized for its proprietary Lighthouse Pathways Approach to Learning®, which emphasizes nurturing a love for learning, friendship, and community. This educational program caters to the individual needs of children through three core offerings:
– Lighthouse BRIGHT® for children aged 6 weeks to 24 months
– Lighthouse CARES® for children aged 2 to 5 years
– Children’s Lighthouse xSTREAM Quest® for school-aged children, focusing on integrated learning in science, technology, reading, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM)
Through interactive classroom experiences and tailored educational activities, Children’s Lighthouse equips children with essential skills and values that will benefit them throughout their academic trajectory and into future endeavors.
With his background and dedication, Randy Travis is poised to lead Children’s Lighthouse Cypress into a new era of educational excellence, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to thrive both personally and academically.
