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Public commenters press board on vouchers, library removals and district enrollment

Catawba County Board of Education · April 29, 2025
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Summary

Public commenters at the meeting said private‑school vouchers are diverting students and state dollars from Catawba County Schools and urged the board to consider the effects of library book removals on students without home internet.

Three members of the public addressed the Catawba County Board of Education during the public comment period and raised concerns about vouchers, library materials and district goals.

Kimberly Turk, speaking in person, said her principal recently informed her that three teachers at her high school would not have positions next year. Turk linked the teacher losses to…

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