21 Years Serving Our Students
SUPPORT FOR Our Teachers
COMMITTED to Our Community
21 Years Serving Our Students
SUPPORT FOR Our Teachers
COMMITTED to Our Community
“I bring real, local classroom experience to every decision.”
– RICH SHOPE
Rooted in Our Schools. Invested in Our Future.
For over two decades, I taught at Kitty Hawk Elementary School working with hundreds of students and families right here in Dare County.
I’m not running as a politician.
I’m running as a teacher who cares deeply about:
Student Success
Teacher Support
Parent Involvement
Responsible Decision-making
WHAT CAN RICH SHOPE OFFER TO DARE COUNTY STUDENTS, TEACHERS, PARENTS, AND VOTERS?
TRUSTED Experience
• Master’s Degree in Elementary Education
• 13+ Years Teaching 4th Grade
• 18 Years Teaching Advanced & Gifted Math
• Experience Supporting Struggling, On-Level, and Gifted Learners
REAL RESULTS
• Consistently ranked in the Top 20% of teacher effectiveness statewide (EVAAS)
• Recognized for instructional excellence year-after-year
• Selected during COVID to teach Advanced Math students across the county
HEY, WHAT’S THE BIG IDEA?
PURSUE Academic Excellence for Every STUDENT
needs of all learners
• Carefully evaluate programs before requiring district-wide implementation
• Protect valuable instructional time
Support Teachers & Strengthen Schools
Strong schools start with
strong teachers.
• Advocate for improved teacher pay
at the state level
• Protect teacher planning time and workdays
• Respect teacher expertise in evaluating instructional programs
Partner with Parents & Community
Parents are essential
partners in education.
• Ensure parents receive results from all required testing
• Expand parent review access to all instructional programs, including digital resources
• Provide clear information about student device usage
Do what is best for students – with families informed and teachers respected.
I proudly support Rich Shope for the Board of Education. He taught all four of my children, and I’ve seen first hand his passion for teaching, skill in the classroom, and dedication to students and parents – the board needs someone with his perspective and experience.
– Matt Brauer, Dare County Board of Education Member
I BELIEVE …
Our students deserve
thoughtful leadership grounded
in real classroom experience.
Our teachers deserve
respect and support.
Our parents deserve
transparency and a voice.
Our schools are strongest when families, teachers, and the community work together.
“I would be honored to earn your vote in November!”
– RICH SHOPE
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