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Ron DeSantis appoints new Flagler school board member
https://www.wesh.com/article/ron-desantis-appoints-flagler-school-board-member/62768624FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. —
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Derek Barrs to the Flagler County school board, a news release announced Wednesday.
Barrs filled the seat vacated by Sally Hunt's recent resignation. Hunt leaves the board with a track record of advocacy for equitable resources and academic growth, the school board said.
According to the press release, Barrs has a background in state law enforcement and serves as a member of the American Trucking Association Law Enforcement Advisory Board.
Superintendent LaShakia Moore said Barrs' background in public service aligns well with the district's priorities.
"We're looking forward to the experience Mr. Barrs will bring to the board," Moore said. "His commitment to next-generation learning environments and student success is a strong fit with our mission here in Flagler."
Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Derek Barrs to the Flagler County school board, a news release announced Wednesday.
Barrs filled the seat vacated by Sally Hunt's recent resignation. Hunt leaves the board with a track record of advocacy for equitable resources and academic growth, the school board said.
According to the press release, Barrs has a background in state law enforcement and serves as a member of the American Trucking Association Law Enforcement Advisory Board.
Superintendent LaShakia Moore said Barrs' background in public service aligns well with the district's priorities.
"We're looking forward to the experience Mr. Barrs will bring to the board," Moore said. "His commitment to next-generation learning environments and student success is a strong fit with our mission here in Flagler."