TO THE EDITOR:
We moved to Chapel Hill with three school-age children: two typically developing children and one special needs child. Little did I know that this was the beginning of a long and interesting relationship with the school district and their board members. From that initial start, Jamezetta Bedford became a lighthouse of inspiration for me. She never wavered on her through line of advocating for all students to access the best education services that Chapel Hill could provide, regardless of their circumstances.
Bedford gave 100 percent to her work with the school district and the community at large. In my opinion, it is her recognition of the importance of partnering with other agencies, her understanding of how every organization directly impacts and contributes to the complex needs of a vibrant and diverse community that sets her apart from others. Jamezetta understands the balance of politics, budgets and the need for transparency. We would be lucky to have someone of her caliber working for the entire county.
Adela Van Name
Special Needs Advisory Council
Founding Chairperson
