Editor, Gazette-Journal:When I vote on Nov. 8 for the candidate for Mathews County School Board, I want a candidate who:

Believes our schools should be welcoming places where all students will be treated with respect and dignity;Has demonstrated a commitment to our schools and children’s education;Knows our community and has a record of meaningful volunteer work;Supports and treats teachers as professionals; andWorks to insure our schools get maximum funding.Lorraine Forrest will receive my vote.Janice Hudgins PhillipsNew Point, Va.
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