The Covington News received the following from Cyril Don Wardle, Jr.:

I am a grandfather to two children in the Social Circle Schools. I have had a passion for and have worked hard directly with students to maximize their outcomes and potential. I sharpened my work ethic, commitment to duty, teamwork, and perseverance while serving in the US Marine Corp. I am deeply rooted in our community and have advocated for the future of our community, its residents, and, most importantly, its future.

I have a lifetime of experience and service in business, community, and in Academic Technology:

• American Legion Website Developer for Social Circle and Monroe
• Peach State Tutoring and Test Prep Owner
• General Manager of Boole and Babbage Storage Division
• Director of Boole and Babbage Midwest Region
• Sales Engineer of Boole and Babbage

WHY ME, WHY NOW?

Over the last few years, we have witnessed a decline in our schools both in social behavior and academic achievement in our Middle School. Our Middle School is listed by the state of Georgia as a failing school. I am uniquely qualified through my academic technology background and working with students directly to outperform on the ACT & SAT tests and to identify and address the issues students are not currently receiving in our school system. If I am elected to represent you as the district 3 School Board Representative, you can expect more than just a smiling face and appearances at football games. You can expect real solutions and actions to improve the outcomes of our students. I am a dependable fighter who will always complete the mission.

I AM ASKING FOR YOUR VOTE ON NOVEMBER 4TH.

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