January is School Board Appreciation Month

Special events take place in North Carolina in January for National School Board Appreciation Month.

The North Carolina School Boards Association (NCSBA) sponsors the annual recognition.

Elkin City Schools is joining with other districts throughout the state to recognize the important contribution school board members make to their communities.

“We benefit every day from the dedicated energies and countless hours devoted by a group of more than 700 men and women across the state,” said Dr. Randy Bledsoe, superintendent. “These people unselfishly contribute their time and talents toward the advancement of public education.”

Bledsoe added, “Even though we are making a special effort during January to show appreciation to our school board members, we recognize their contributions reflect a year-round commitment on their part. They are dedicated individuals who are committed to the continuing success of our public schools and students.”

The men and women serving Elkin City Schools are: Dr. Richard Brinegar, chairman; Haley Sullivan, vice chairman; James Freeman, board member; Dr. Jane Riley, board member; and Frank Beals, board member.

Elkin City Schools focus this week is Dr. Richard Brinegar.

Brinegar’s favorite quote: “Education is the best provision for the journey to old age” — Aristotle

Brinegar is a veterinarian. He is an Elkin native and attended Wake Forest University. He has college degrees from Surry Community College and an undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. He has a master’s degree from Indiana University and a doctorate of veterinary medicine from North Carolina State University.

Brinegar and his wife, Ava, have three children, Joshua, Daniel and Paul. Brinegar enjoys spending time with his family. He also enjoys music, sports and reading.

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