Having spent over 40 years in law enforcement, 30 of which were spent with the North Carolina Highway Patrol, has given me a unique perspective on the importance education plays in our society.

Terry Frank | Board of Education

Terry Frank worked in law enforcement, including with the North Carolina Highway Patrol.

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Terry Frank
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I am very proud to represent the Glenwood School District on the McDowell County Board of Education. Serving since 2010 has given me a great opportunity to be part of one of the best school systems in North Carolina and the nation.

Terry has represented the Glenwood School District on the McDowell County Board of Education since 2010.

Terry has represented the Glenwood School District on the McDowell County Board of Education since 2010 and is the current board chairman.

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Terry Frank has lived in the Glenwood Community for 30 years. She has worked in law enforcement for over 40 years, 30 of which were spent with the North Carolina Highway Patrol. 

Terry previously worked in law enforcement for over 40 years, including 30 years with the North Carolina Highway Patrol.

Terry is currently a member of the McDowell County Board of Education. He has served on the board since 2010.

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- The Board of Education runs the public school system. They create policies that establish standards, accountability and evaluation of essential operations of the school system.
- The Board of Education member hires a superintendent and can remove them when necessary. The superintendent assists the Board of Education in implementing the board’s policies. 
- The Board of Education is charged with deciding the school budget. This means they decide how to allocate money between different services, such as teacher pay, repairing school facilities, or access to technology.
- Board of Education members are elected every four years. 

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