Moore County's chapter of NCRSP held
it's first meeting of the 2012-2013 school year.
There was a great deal of business to conduct
and much information to share.
The first item on the agenda was to hear from
Moore County Schools' Superintendent
Dr. Aaron Spence. Dr. Spence has been at the
helm of our schools since early 2012 and retired
educators were eager to absorb his thoughts on
a variety of topics.
Dr. Spence convincingly dismantled many
contemporary myths about "Failing Public School."
He explained how statistics, when properly viewed,
show just how far education has come in America
in recent decades.
He emphasized that there is much to celebrate
in Moore County Schools and urged us to
familiarize ourselves with the MCS website:
In a round robin introduction, Dr. Spence was
impressed with the experience of the retired
educators in the room. Our organization has
always seen a clear role as community advocates
for public education, and there is a great need
for that today. He invited any of us to join his
"Key Communicators" group, with whom he
will periodically share developments in our
local education picture. He will find no more
dedicated spokespeople anywhere.
Following Dr. Spence's presentation, our
2012-2014 Officers and Committee Chairs
were installed.
New Treasurer Valeen Maness shared a
favorable budget and a scholarship account
balance of $384.79, a good starting point.
President Sandi Keyser reviewed a number
of pertinent handouts, solicited volunteer
school liaisons, and reviewed a list of new
Moore County School retirees. Members
were encouraged to add this website to their
internet favorites.
Our next meeting will be
Wednesday, November 28 at 10:00
in the MCS Board Room.
Current and prospective members are welcome.
