Horry County School Board District 1
The Horry County school district is governed by a 12-member Board of Education. Eleven members are elected from single-member districts for 4-year staggered terms. The Board, which has legal authority for the operation of all public schools in Horry County, acts to interpret the educational needs of the County and then meets those needs with policies and facilities that stimulate the student and the learning process. The Board hires the Superintendent who is a professional educator employed to advise the Board on all matters concerning management of the schools and to administer laws.
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David Koch
(Rep)
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Louis P Palm
(Dem)
1. What issue(s) particularly motivate you to serve on the school board, and how will you address them?
2. With all of the challenges that children and teachers face, what mental health resources should be available?
Campaign Phone
843-564-7451
Phone
843-564-7451
I’m motivated by Horry County’s rapid growth and the need to keep schools strong and student-focused. My priorities are managing growth, improving academic outcomes, supporting teachers, strengthening parent involvement, and maintaining safe, fiscally responsible schools. I will continue data-driven planning, expand CTE and fine arts, and ensure resources stay focused on student success.
Schools need strong mental health support. I support expanding counselors, psychologists, and social workers, adding Rehabilitative Behavioral Health Services positions, and exploring Certified Peer Support Specialists to fill service gaps. Early intervention and strong partnerships with families and community providers help students stay focused, support teachers, and create safer schools.
Campaign Phone
8432519823
Phone
8432519823
Students come first. Enhancement of literacy must be the priority. During the COVID recovery, literacy scores in reading and math increased in District 1 public schools, however, we are still 13th in below-grade level reading and math nationally. I intend to recommend and push for funding to introduce tutors into our schools to enable a continuing education program improving not only our statistics, but preparing our students, and through them a better future for our communities.
More! Teachers and children, all face mental health challenges. From the adult "how will I stay financially okay, and the students seem extra raucous this year" to the child issues of fear, depression, and anger, we all share similar issues. I will propose more board member visitation to schools to interact with staff and students, locate and use additional mental health resources, and ensure both teacher and student safety is monitored diligently.
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