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Tar Heel Teachers at Home is a weekly interview series focused on engaging North Carolinians in conversations about education. Each week, a panel of educators interview a guest(s).

In this episode, the Tar Heel Teachers chat with Dr. Don Phipps, superintendent of Caldwell County Schools, and his twin brother Ron Phipps, associate superintendent of data and accountability for Cumberland County Schools about their educational journeys. They have been servant leaders in North Carolina’s public schools for over 30 years. 

This episode’s panel and guests:

  • Amy Tart – 4th Grade ELA & Social Studies Teacher with Clinton City Schools
  • Vanessa Ruffin – Principal of Bladenboro Middle School in Bladen County Schools
  • Mika Twietmeyer – Biology Teacher with Durham Public Schools
  • Steve Hall – Director of Technology, Testing & Accountability, Public Information, & Grant Writing for Alleghany County Schools
  • Don Phipps – Superintendent of Caldwell County Schools
  • Ron Phipps – Associate Superintendent of Data & Accountability, Cumberland County Schools