Hello, I’m Windy Cole and for the past 8 years, I’ve had the honor of representing District 5 on the Rock Hill School Board. The school board is a non-partisan position. During my time on the board, I have always tried to put students before politics.

When it comes to public education, surprise... everyone doesn’t always agree. But there isn’t anyone that I know, who is affiliated with any political party, that believes children don’t have the right to a quality education or that schools shouldn’t be a safe place. As Edward Everett said, “Education is a better safeguard of liberty than a standing army.”

I am always willing to listen to educators, parents, students and community members. I believe that when we work together, all students win. If you truly want to improve our schools, then show up for them…. get involved, volunteer, mentor a neighbor, ask teachers what they need. Parents, make sure that your child understands the importance of an education, how to behave in class, and how to be respectful of others.

It is only by working together and putting children first that we are going to improve our communities. I’m asking for your vote on November 5th so that I continue doing my part to bridge our        community and our schools.