Odom attends her final UCS board of education meeting

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Board of Education Odom

BLAIRSVILLE, Ga – On Tuesday, December 15, 2020, Union County Board of Education member Cindy Odom attended her final meeting.

Odom opted not to run for reelection in 2020 after serving two terms on the board. Julia Barnett will take her place starting in January 2021.

Chairman Tony Hunter stated, “Thank you Mrs. Odom for your service for eight years. This is going to be your last meeting with us via Zoom. I really appreciate all that you’ve done. The effort you’ve put into this and even though we may never look in the same direction, I still count it a blessing that I was able to work with you, and I think we’ve done a good job with you helping us out. We’re going to miss you when you’re gone next month.”

Odom served as Board Chair and focused on creating “successful for all” students within Union County Schools. Special Education Director Tiffany Setzer thanked Odom for her support for special education.

Superintendent John Hill also expressed his gratitude for Odom, “You’ve really supported this school system and you’ve donated an enormous amount of time to doing wonderful things for the children of our community and for our staff. I think it’s tremendously commendable. The general public has no idea the amount of time and effort that you’ve devoted to our school system. Honestly, we wouldn’t be where we’re at without you and I am so thankful for you and all the hard work and effort you put into being a board member. We’re super thankful. The guidance that you’ve given us and our school system, Cindy, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”

Odom commented that she enjoyed her eight years on the board and that was time for someone new.

She also spoke about Barnett, “I know my replacement is going to do phenomenal. She’s a very good person and is dedicated to our community as well as our school.”

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