“Kustin, a political newcomer, said she is running because she believes in public education. ‘I’m a true believer in public school,’ Kustin said. ‘I think Henderson County is stronger when our public schools are stronger and I want to help Read more…
“Mary Ellen Kustin was the first candidate to file on Monday when she signed up for the Nov. 8 School Board election. Masks in schools and vaccination mandates is not the driving reason for her campaign. ‘I really think that Read more…
Do you remember the 1990s when North Carolina’s public schools led the South in quality education? Our schools used to rank well, but lately national report cards show us falling behind. Imagine if we could meet the needs of every Read more…
“Good public policy is like refereeing and when you don’t notice it, it’s doing it’s job,” Kustin said. “Be part of the community, understand what the needs are and work it out as best you can without theatrics.” Read more Read more…
“My family and I know firsthand what a great place Henderson County is to raise kids,” Kustin said. “I’d be honored for the opportunity to use my experience working on public policy to serve our schools, families, and county. We Read more…
When the North Carolina General Assembly was yet again confronted with whether to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment, Mary Ellen urged lawmakers to “work together to make 2021 the year that North Carolina does its part to stop sex-based discrimination.” Read more…
In the thick of the Covid-19 pandemic, Mary Ellen encouraged folks to join her in “putting on a jacket and a mask and going outside to support our local businesses and community at a safe distance!” Read more here.