Good decision!!!!

Governor Bev Perdue has done a super job of by appointing Dr. Bill Harrison as the new Chairman of the State Board of Education and Executive Director of the DPI. I think it would actually have been better if they had left Dr. June Atkinson as the leader and Bill as the Chair of the State Board of Education but since that would evidently cause a long and protracted debate in the legislature, I think this is the best thing. Bill and June should work very well together and each brings different strengths to the job. I have had the priviledge of working with both of them for many years and have tremendous respect for their and knowledge. This new partnership in gives me hope that we can get some concrete things done in education that will dramatically affect education. Bill Harrison is a truly, caring, dedicated individual who will bring a new sense of direction to the public schools.