Women of Excellence
Ophelia P. Wright |
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Title: | School Board Member |
Industry: | Education |
Type of Organization: | Board of Education |
Major Product/Service: | Education |
Expertise: | Responsible for ensuring county is up to date on policies; Ensures public is aware of educational policies; Hires and fires superintendents; Visits 24 schools within system to ensure education and standards are being upheld; Visits schools during special events; Part of committee which helps students living at poverty level; Tutors students privately; Previously taught for 32+ years; Speaks and lectures; Ordained Minister |
Geographic Area of Distribution: | Rockingham County, North Carolina |
Affiliations: | Democratic Party; N.C.A.B.; N.E.A.; N.A.A.C.P. |
University/Degree: | B.A., Education, Shaw University, 1973 |
Born: | December 23, Murfreesboro, North Carolina |
Hobbies/Sports: | Singing with choir, shopping |