At a time when the NC Legislature’s support for public schools is dwindling, we know we have dedicated folks who are willing to stand up for our children’s education. Check out this article featuring commentary from our new WakeUP Board Member, Tom Benton. “If you were to think of North Carolina’s public schools as a person, you would do well to think of Tom Benton”, the article speaks to Tom’s commitment to bettering our public school system. Interviewing Benton on issues like integrated schools, and teacher shortage, the N&O’s Ned Barnett gets the full scoop on what is needed to improve our schools. Read it here.