Murphy Visits Carteret County to Kick Off Back-to-School Season

Newport, N.C. – On Wednesday afternoon, Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) visited Carteret County Public Schools to meet with Superintendent Dr. Rob Jackson, Assistant Superintendent Richard Paylor, faculty, county officials, students, and administrators to tour their facilities and discuss school safety improvements. Rep. Murphy then made a visit to Carteret Community College to receive an program update from college president Dr. Tracy Mancini and tour some of the school’s most impactful services, including workforce development, maritime education, and emergency medical technician training.

“I’m grateful to all of the wonderful Carteret County officials who took the time to meet with me yesterday. Parents across our region should know that Carteret County Public Schools have been very forward-thinking about improving school safety measures to keep our children safe when they are in the classroom,” said Rep. Murphy. “I am deeply impressed by the collaborative effort between our administrators, school resource officers, and Carteret County law enforcement who are working so diligently to protect our community.”

“Carteret Community College is a leading force for good in our district,” Murphy continued. “From an outstanding student government association and innovating classroom instruction to immersive maritime education and workforce training – Carteret Community College plays a big role in preparing our young learners for real world success after graduation. I am very proud of all of our Carteret County administrators and officials who work so hard for our great district, and I look forward to future visits.”

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