Tomorrow is Primary Day in South Carolina. I am writing to remind you to vote and to consider me as your choice to be our state’s next superintendent of education. As a professional educator, I’ve made it my life’s mission to enrich, empower and enhance the lives of young people. From my beginnings as a high school teacher to my most recent work as a college dean, I have been passionately dedicated to improving public education in South Carolina and I will do everything in my power to change the direction of the last several decades.
I’ve experienced our state’s educational system from the inside out and—more than anyone—I recognize the challenges we face. That’s why I promise to work with other elected officials, educators, parents and students—in a true spirit of cooperation—to create the change we all seek.
Over the last several months, I have shared my platform and my plans to address the issues and challenges that we face. I sought input from many of our citizens from every part of the state, as they shared their opinions on such topics as school funding, school safety, quality of teaching, and adequacy of school facilities. The message in every town and at every event was clear — our citizens want good teaching in a safe environment and state-of-the-art buildings. One even added, “Clean buildings would be nice, though.”
By voting tomorrow, we can all take our first steps to march forward to rehabilitate South Carolina’s educational system and ensure a quality education for every child, every day. Each of our children deserves the best – let’s make it happen – let’s get it done!
Thank you for your support, your prayers, and your vote in tomorrow’s primary.
Sincerely,
Tom
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