Candidate Biography (submitted by candidate):

It has been an honor, privilege, and rewarding experience to serve the people of Cumberland County as principal of Seventy First High School, Seventy First Elementary School and as a county commissioner. I believe my reputation in each sector speaks for itself. I invite you to pose any question you may have about my tenure in these fields.

Listed below is my biographical information:

Education

• BS Degree - East Carolina University
• MA Degree - East Carolina University
• Advanced Graduate Work - East Carolina University

Boards

• President - Cumberland County Principal Association
• FTCC Board of Trustees
• Cumberland County Commissioner
• Chairman of Board of County Commissioners

Personal

• Married to Sheryl Lewis
• Retired - Teacher, Principal
• Children - Robin & Bert
• Five Grandchildren

Church

• Highland Presbyterian Church

Military

• Decorated Korean War Veteran
• Purple Heart Recipient

Recognition

• New Bern Jaycee's Outstanding Young Educator
• Head Basketball Coach - New Bern High School
• Golf Coach - New Bern High School
• Athletic Director - New Bern High School
• Runner-up State 3A High School Basketball Championship
• Cumberland County Jr/Sr Principal of the Year

My name is Bob Lewis and I have filed for one of the three at-large seats on the Cumberland County Board of Education.

It has been an honor, privilege and rewarding experience to serve the people of Cumberland County as a principal of Seventy-First High School, Seventy-First Elementary School, and as a county commissioner. I believe my reputation in each sector speak for itself. I invite you to pose any question you may have about my tenure in these fields.

When elected to the Board of Education, the following are my priorities:

• Resources for a safe and orderly educational climate
• Instructional programs which strive to meet the needs of individual students
• Support for strong leadership in securing funding necessary for every aspect of school operations

Thank you and your family in advance for support. I look forward, with your help, in serving Cumberland County on the Board of Education.