What People Are Saying about Mary Kay |
Listen to what Mary Kay's constituents are saying about her: "Mary Kay is a bridge builder. She is a positive person and a positive force for public education in Gwinnett County." "Mary Kay is visible and involved in Gwinnett County schools and the community. I see her at PTA functions, LSAC meetings, and Friday night football games. She is also present at community activities such as meetings of United Peachtree Corners Civic Association. It seems I see her everywhere I go. She is an effective Board of Education member and we are lucky to have her in District 3." "I have had the privilege of working with Mary Kay Murphy over the last four years, as she had capably represented the Fulton County School Board, Atlanta Public Schools, and Buford City Schools, as well as Gwinnett County Public Schools on the Board of Directors for the Georgia School Boards Association. Mary Kay is the consummate professional, bringing a sound voice of reason to every discussion and always focusing on what is best for children. She brings a wealth of knowledge to her local school board and is respected and admired throughout our State." "Our children are fortunate to have a woman that cares about their education and their future, as Mary Kay Murphy demonstrates. Her vision for Gwinnett County schools is only surpassed by her love for learning. She is accessible to her constituents and a dedicated Board member. Let’s keep the doors of first-rate public education open by re-electing Mary Kay Murphy.” “We could have no greater supporter of the Performing Arts than Dr. Mary Kay Murphy. She has been a tireless advocate and supporter of our students and our Choral, Orchestra, Band, and Drama programs. It is always great to look out during a performance and see Dr. Murphy in the audience.” “Mary Kay Murphy has been a great friend and supporter of the public schools in Duluth as well as of the Duluth community. It is vital that she continue to serve as our District 3 School Board Member.” "It is good to have a parent, a former teacher, and a community member on the Board of Education who brings the highest intelligence and academic background to this important position in our county. Mary Kay Murphy is that person." “Every time that I have an opportunity to talk to Mary Kay Murphy she becomes very interested in me, my family, and those in my Hispanic community. I appreciate the care and support that she has given me and I pass it on to the Hispanic community of Norcross. God Bless Mary Kay.” “Our family has been part of the GCPS since 1985. In that time we have seen the growth and success of our school system. Mary Kay Murphy has served on the school board for twelve years, and during that time she has shown great interest in the Gifted, Honors, and Special Education programs. Because of her support, these programs greatly benefited our three children who graduated from Norcross High. Please join us in voting for Mary Kay so the successes will continue in Gwinnett County.” "Dr. Murphy is a person that I trust. She has been an effective three-term Board member. It is hard for someone on the Board in their first term to have much influence. She has worked effectively since she was first elected to make sure District 3 is represented well on the total Board." “The reason I stepped down as School Board Representative was that the ages of my children--elementary and middle school--required more of my own attention. With the critical issues facing Gwinnett County Public Schools, we need to stick with Mary Kay, a candidate that has proven the commitment, experience, and sense of fair play needed to do the job right." "Its leaders have not been content with maintaining the status quo or simply managing its growth. This school system is the most often cited reason families continue to choose Gwinnett when they settle in metro Atlanta. "There is no stronger indicator of success than that." “Mary Kay Murphy practices open communication and transparency in her role as District 3 School Board member. Every month for twelve years, she has written a column to provide insight and information specific to Peachtree Corners, Duluth, Berkeley Lake, and Norcross. She is available and visible in the community. She is a servant leader for public education and I am proud to support her.” “Dr. Mary Kay Murphy has been with our children all through their education in Gwinnett County—from Peachtree Elementary School to Pinckneyville Middle School to Norcross High School. She has been a great blessing to our school system and to our family. We support her re-election and ask our friends and neighbors to support her, too.” “One of the most important reasons people move to Gwinnett County is the quality of the public schools. Survey after survey of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce provides evidence to support this claim. Mary Kay Murphy’s role as District 3 School Board member has had a strong impact on the quality of the public schools in our community—and throughout Gwinnett County. I am proud to count her as my School Board member. Please help us re-elect Mary Kay for another four years on November 4, 2008.” |