July 10 Breakfast on Education in NC

Do you remember the Aesop Fable about the Alligator and the Frog? The frog wanted to find a way across the river but was terrified of the river snakes.  Then along came an alligator who offered him a ride on his tail and convinced the frog his intentions were good.  The frog hesitated, but eventually went along with the alligator. 
 
We all know what happened to the frog.

In this case, the frog is the North Carolina School System, now on the back of an alligator, Senator Phil Berger.

On Saturday, July 10th, Dr. Jen Mangrum will discuss the fate of North Carolina’s public schools under the leadership of NC’s most powerful alligator.  Understanding the plan can help us change the outcome for our students, families, and communities. 

You can register for the event here.

If you can’t attend but want to donate to your local Democratic Party, you can do that here.
 
Dr. Jen Mangrum is a former elementary classroom teacher for over a decade and is currently an Associate Professor at UNC-Greensboro where she teaches, advises and coordinates teacher education programs.
 
In 2018, Jen ran for NC Senate against Senator Phil Berger and in 2020, Jen was the Democratic nominee for NC State Superintendent of Public Instruction. She is a champion for public schools and calls for a great teacher in every classroom, a great principal in every school and proper funding for public schools to meet the needs of North Carolina’s diverse population.
What: July Breakfast
When: 10am. Saturday, July 10, 2021
Where: Zoom (Register Here)
Rowan Dems donations: Here

Breakfast with Patricia Sledge Saturday, June 12

Join us in June as we welcome Spencer Town Board member Patricia Sledge, who will talk about serving in local government and how you can get involved in your municipality.

Registration is required to attend. Register here today and the Zoom log-in info will be emailed to you automatically (check your spam or “promotions” folder).

After you register, you will be taken to the county party’s donation page. Please be sure to give a donation online, it’s how we keep these meetings going and fund our organizing efforts throughout the county!

If you can’t attend, but would still like to donate, you can do so here: www.actblue.com/donate/rowanbreakfast

What: June Breakfast
When: 10am. Saturday, June 12, 2021
Where: Zoom (Register Here)

Dr. Amber Baker, member of NC House, will speak at May Breakfast

Join us in May as we welcome NC House Representative Dr. Amber Baker.

As an educator and community advocate, Dr. Baker has served as principal of Kimberley Park School for more than a decade and has taken key steps to improve opportunities for children and families in her district.

Registration is required to attend. Register here today and the Zoom log-in info will be emailed to you automatically (check your spam or “promotions” folder).

After you register, you will be taken to the county party’s donation page. Please be sure to give a donation online, it’s how we keep these meetings going and fund our organizing efforts throughout the county!

If you can’t attend, but would still like to donate, you can do so here: www.actblue.com/donate/rowanbreakfast

Register for Saturday’s Breakfast
Donate to Rowan Dems

Officers elected at County Convention

The Rowan County Democratic Party Convention was held on Saturday, April 10 on Zoom! Zoom means “fast” and after welcoming the 64 participants from across the county including 16 organized precincts, we got to work!

We re-elected our Chair and Vice-Chairs, Geoffrey Hoy and Chariel Dye, and Dianne Sartiano as secretary. Shawn Rush was elected 2nd Vice-Chair, Mary Ducksworth 3rd Vice-Chair, and Linda Perdue treasurer. 

For delegates to the North Carolina Democratic Party State Executive Committee, George El-Khouri, Shawn Rush, Pat Sledge and Chariel Dye were elected. Chair Hoy is a member ex officio. We also approved sending 72 delegates to the District 13 Convention in May.

Issues were also addressed by passing two resolutions brought forward by the Spencer precinct. 

Ed Hull presented a resolution asking for support of the Commission to study Reparation Proposals for African Americans – H.R. 40. 

Rosalind Kotz presented a resolution regarding voter suppression. 

Both passed and will be sent on to the District 13 Convention.

We received greetings from Dr. Bobbie Richardson, state party chair, Governor Roy Cooper, and Secretary of State Elaine Marshall.

Click here to meet our new officers!

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