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The importance of a quality education system. Hi, neighbors, my name is
Peter Boykin and I am running tobe your next lieutenant governor. Please check
out my website at Peterboykin dot com. Thank you for going right with Peter
Boykin. Hi, my name isPeter Boykin and I'm running for a lieutenant
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governor of North Carolina. You cancheck out my website at Peterboykein dot com.
Fellow neighbors, as we stand onthe precipice of our future, there's
a pressing matter that demands our attention, and that is the state of our
education system. Education is not nearabout filling young minds with facts. It's
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about empowering the next generation to navigatethe complexities of the world they'll inherent.
Today, I want to talk toyou about the urgent need for quality education
in our schools, the importance ofparental involvement in shaping curricula, the significance
of school choice, and the criticalrole infrastructure plays in preparing our youth for
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the diverse career opportunities that lie ahead. Firstly, quality education is the cornerstone
of our thrive in society. It'snot just about what we teach our children,
but how we teach them. Weneed dedicated educators, modern resources,
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and innovative teaching methods that foster criticalthinking and creativity. Our schools should be
hubs of inspiration, equipping students withthe skills they need to face an ever
evolving world. But education doesn't happenin a vacuum. It's a partnership between
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schools and parents. We must bridgethe gap between home and school, involving
parents in the curriculum decisions to ensurethat it resonates with the values and aspirations
of our community. When parents areengaged, students thrive. It's a formula
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for success that we must champion.Now, let's talk about school choice.
Every child is unique and their educationalneeds vary. School choice is not about
dismantling the public education system. It'sabout offering parents the flexibility to choose the
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best educational path for their children.Whether it's a traditional public school, a
charge D school, or a privateinstitution, parents should have the autonomy to
make decisions that align with their children'slearning styles and needs. Infrastructure is the
backbone of progress, and our educationsystem is no exception. As our population
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grows, so does the demand forquality educational facilities. We need modern,
well equipped schools that foster an environmentconductive to learning. Investing in infrastructure is
an investment in our future. Movingbeyond K through twelve, we must recognize
the diverse pathways to secede. Notevery student's journey leads to a four year
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university, and that's perfectly okay.We need the champion vocational and technical education,
community colleges, and trade schools.A diversified workforce is the key to
economic resilience. As your potential Lieutenantgovernor, if the voters choose me,
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I pledge to be a voice onthe councils and boards that shape the future
of North Carolina's educational system. Inclosing, our children are not just the
future, they are the architects ofit. By prioritizing quality education, involving
parents in the learning journey, supportingschool choice, investing in infrastructure, and
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recognizing the value of diverse career pathways, we can lay the foundation for a
brighter, more prosperous North Carolina.If you choose to elect me as your
future Lieutenant governor, I promise tocarry these priorities forward, ensuring that the
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voice of the people resonates in thehalls of decision making. Together, let's
build a North Carolina where every childhas the opportunity to secede. All votes
matter more than ever before. Inan election of twenty twenty four, All
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votes do matter. Please check outPeter Boyken dot com for more information.