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Mr. Bryan ShoemakerMr. Bryan Shoemaker, District 1
 
Number of years on the Iredell-Statesville Schools Board of Education:  1
 
Educational/professional background:  Graduate of North Iredell High School 1994; Associates Degree in Applied Science Radio and Television Broadcasting 1994; Employed with EnergyUnited at the Corporate Headquarters in Statesville as Dispatch Technician
 
On why he chose to run for the board of education:  I am very proud of the education I received here in Iredell County.  I’m also very proud to live in such a great community.  Being a member of the board of education is my opportunity to give something back to the community that has been so good to me.
 
 
What he believes is the biggest challenge facing the school district:  The biggest challenge facing the school district is the budget. The lack of tax revenues due to the economic downturn has affected all areas of government.  I will always keep in mind that school funding comes from the taxpayer.
 
What he has learned about the school district since becoming a board of education member:  In my short time as a member of the board of education, I have learned that local school systems must adhere to a tremendous amount of state and federal mandates.
 
One word he uses to describe himself:  Loyal
 
Mr. Shoemaker's favorite book:  “When Free Men Shall Stand” by Jesse Helms
 
Mr. Shoemaker's favorite television show:  Andy Griffith Show
 
His favorite place to eat in Iredell County:  My mom's kitchen
 
Something you may not know about Mr. Shoemaker:  I was a country music DJ in 1995-1997
 

Mr. Shoemaker's family:  I have been married to Kimberly Robertson Shoemaker since 2006. We have a son, Grayson, who was born in 2009.