Ocracoke Islander Angela Todd and chair of the Hyde County Board of Education has resigned as of Jan. 17, Hyde County Schools has announced.
Since Todd is a Democrat and the Democratic Party of Hyde County was not able to appoint or recommend candidates at this time the board is opening up a call for any resident of Ocracoke Island interested in serving as the Ocracoke representative on the Board of Education.
Those interested in the position are asked to submit an email of interest to Dr. Melanie Shaver, superintendent of schools, at mshaver@hyde.k12.nc.us no later than Friday, Feb. 2.
Interested citizens also need to plan to attend the next Board of Education meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 at either of the meeting sites (O.A. Peay School or Ocracoke School Commons) for an interview conducted by the current board members so they may decide who will be appointed.
Todd most recently worked at North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching on Ocracoke and has taken the position of magistrate on Ocracoke.
“It was certainly with a heavy heart that I resigned my seat on the school board,” she said in an email to the Observer. “I feel that we have been doing great work for Hyde County Schools, but I am very excited about taking on the magistrate position.”
Todd served as a member of the Board of Education since 2016 and has led the board as the chair since January 2022.
During her tenure, Todd demonstrated unwavering dedication and leadership, playing a pivotal role in advancing Hyde County Schools’ educational initiatives, the press release said. Her visionary guidance and commitment to excellence have greatly contributed to the success and growth of the Board of Education.
“We are profoundly grateful for Ms. Todd’s outstanding service and invaluable contributions during her tenure as the Chair of the Board of Education for Hyde County Schools,” said Shaver in a press release. “Her passion, wisdom, and steadfast leadership have left an indelible mark on our educational community.”
For more information, please contact Julio Morales, public relations officer at jmorales@hyde.k12.nc.us or 252-926-3281 Ext. 3500.
