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Wilson County officials point to new schools and test gains as evidence of strong local schools
Summary
Officials and local speakers touted recent school construction, rising school ratings and teacher pay increases as evidence the county's public schools are keeping pace with growth, while a state senate candidate called for more state funding.
Wilson County leaders used a public forum to highlight investments and metrics they say show the school system is improving even as the county grows.
Mayor Randall Hutto told the audience the county has built 12 schools in 12 years and plans to open Central Pike Elementary in August; he said that move will eliminate portable classrooms at one campus. He also said construction will…
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