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Closing Session

The Closing Session began with remarks from NC Representative Dale Folwell. He shared with conference participants educational successes from the previous session of the NC General Assembly.





Almetta Armstrong, Montgomery County, thanked participants for their support during her presidency. The audience gave her a standing ovation in recognition of her tireless efforts to promote education throughout the state and country.

Kenneth Lanier, Pender County, received the president's gavel. Mr. Lanier also presents President Armstrong with her president's gavel. During his remarks, he urged participants to engage their local communities to support public education.

Kenston Griffin motivated the audience with his powerful and inspirational message.

Awards Ceremony

What a stellar evening! Take a look at the highlights from the 2007 Awards Ceremony.

2008 Superintendent of the Year Finalists
(l to r - Norman Shearin, Vance; Susan Purser, Moore; Gene Hales, Clinton; Terry Grier, Guilford; Cliff Dodson, Buncombe; Sam DePaul, Stanly; David Burleson, Burke)

2007-08 All-State Board
(l to r - Linda Thomas, Craven; Kay Carroll, Johnston; Rickey Freeman, Bertie; Robert Belcher, Beaufort; Michael Sorrells, Haywood; Randal Shields, Cherokee; Becky Coltrane, Randolph)

2008 Superintendent of the Year - Terry Grier, Guilford County
2007-08 Raleigh Dingman Award Winner - Sue Stone, Surry County

Gubernatorial Debate

A first for the association - NCSBA hosted an educational debate for the state's gubernatorial candidates! NCSBA appreciates the partnership with WFMY News 2 in Greensboro for working with us to ensure the success of our debates. School Solutions Reporter Erica Taylor from WFMY served as moderator. Candidates were asked a series of questions related to educational issues in North Carolina.

You can view the debate in its entirety at Time Warner Cable News 14.

Republican Debate - Candidates Bill Graham, Bob Orr & Fred Smith

Democratic Debate - Candidates Richard Moore & Beverly Perdue

Delegate Assembly Action

This year's Delegate Assembly agenda included voting on a slate of nominees for NCSBA Board of Directors officers and members. Below is a summary of the Delegates' actions.

President-elect - Dorothy Witherspoon, Ashe County

Vice President - Wendell Hall, Hertford County

Treasurer - Coach Joe White, Charlotte-Mecklenburg

2nd Term Board of Directors

Tim Buff, Burke County

Evelyn Bulluck, Nash-Rocky Mount

Wendy Carriker, Mount Airy City

1st Term Board of Directors

Priscilla Owenby, McDowell County

Marilyn Parker, Winston-Salem/Forsyth County

Evelyn Wilson, Edgecombe County

Be sure to be on hand at the 2008 NCSBA Annual Conference Delegate Assembly when the Delegates will adopt the 2-year Legislative Agenda for the association.

Third General Session

The Richmond County Senior High Show Choir gave a stunning performance during the lunch!

General session speakers included NC Rep. Rick Glazier who focused comments on the upcoming legislative session and the importance of individual board member contact with their legislative delegation.

NSBA President Norm Wooten joined us from Kodiak, Alaska and spoke on community involvement.

Second General Session

Conference participants were dazzled with the West Montgomery High School Dance Team! This talented group of ladies performed a variety of dances. Great job!


Actress and college professor Dr. Tonea Stewart gave the luncheon address.