"I love a challenge, I love an opportunity, and I think the best time to lead is when things are difficult. Because in my opinion, anybody can lead when it's easy."
Durham Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric Becoats
from a June story in the Herald-Sun
Durham's new school chief joined us at the DBAP last Sunday. Dr. Becoats tossed a ceremonial first pitch, and the Easley Elementary choir sang "Take Me Out to the Ball Game." That was good exposure for the kids before a sell-out crowd.
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Dr. Becoats is out and about in the community...absorbing input for a Durham Public Schools strategic plan. As they say at the central office: "Dr. B needs to see..." Click here for the skinny.
Photos: Ashley Yarber
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