Carol A. Worley

Buket Urgen

Carol is a banker at First Citizens Bank.

Brunson re-elected chair; Worley chosen vice chair at Clinton City ...

Worley receives prestigious award | Sampson Independent

Carol is currently a member of the Clinton City Schools Board of Education. She was first elected to the board in 2010 and is currently serving her fourth term. She has served as vice chair and chair of the board.

As a school board member, advocated for a more inclusive approach to gifted programs that introduces identification and services beginning in kindergarten and recognizes giftedness beyond reading and math.

School Curriculum

As of January 2, 2026, Carol A. Worley’s website did not contain information on this issue.

School Facilities & Resources

Student Wellbeing

Teachers

Supports access to education for all students.

Access to Education

Clark E. Hales

Patrick D. Cooper

Patrick is a pastor. He works at St. Jude United Holy Church in Clinton, North Carolina.

Easter services this weekend | Sampson Independent

As of January 2, 2026, Patrick D. Cooper’s website did not contain information on this issue.

- The Board of Education runs the public school system, and it is entirely independent from the rest of the city government. 
- Board of Education members work together to make school policy, set the budget, and make decisions about the superintendent’s personnel recommendations.
- Members of the board must act as a unit based on majority rule. A member cannot make decisions or act independently.
- Board of Education members are elected to staggered four-year terms in nonpartisan elections.

Clinton City Board of Education Member

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