From staff reports
State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced Tuesday her support for Republican nominee Ellen Weaver in the upcoming General Election to succeed her in office.
“Our next State Superintendent must have proven executive leadership and management experience to run a major state agency that oversees billions of taxpayer dollars. They must have trusted relationships to work closely with policymakers in the General Assembly, and they must be a team builder, bringing parents, teachers, business, faith, and other community leaders to the table to support our schools,” Spearman said in a release.
“I have known Ellen Weaver for nearly a decade and have been impressed with her work ethic, willingness to reach out to others and listen, and strong desire to make meaningful change for the students and teachers of our state. With the completion of a master’s degree in educational leadership, Ellen is fully qualified to serve, and I’m proud to support her campaign to become South Carolina’s next State Superintendent of Education,” said Spearman.
Superintendent Spearman has served as South Carolina’s top education official since 2015. Spearman is the third Republican who has served as State Superintendent to support Weaver’s campaign, joining former Superintendents Barbara Nielsen and Mick Zais.
