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Public commenter urges higher test scores, teacher retention and gym repairs at Bandy High School
Catawba County Board of Education · January 1, 2025
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Summary
During the public comment period, Larry Barger criticized district direction and urged improvements in school security, test scores and teacher retention; he also asked the board to pursue state or county assistance to repair a leaking gym at Bandy High School.
During the public comment period, Larry Barger spoke for the allotted time and urged the newly seated board to focus on security, academic performance, teacher retention and school facilities.
Barger told the board that voters replaced outgoing members and pressed for change in district direction, saying…
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