I am running for the Board of Education District 1 seat because I believe in the power of education to transform lives. As a lifelong resident of our community, I have seen firsthand the impact that a strong educational system can have on our children and our future. I have a background in education and have worked as a teacher for over 15 years. I am passionate about ensuring that every child has access to a quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Board of Education District 1 candidate statements: Mary Maultsby and Marvion Wilcox

Pitt County, NC — The Pitt County Board of Education made two important announcements during the meeting held on Monday, April 8. Mary Nobles Maultsby was appointed to temporarily fill the open District 1 seat. Maultsby is stated as a longtime educator and graduate of Fayetteville State University.

Pitt County Board appoints Mary Maultsby and promotes Dr. Steve Lassiter in key roles

Mary Nobles Maultsby is a lifelong resident of her community. She graduated from Fayetteville State University.

Board of Education District 1 candidate statements: Mary Maultsby ...

New era begins: Fresh superintendent leadership for Pitt County ...

## Mary Nobles Maultsby, Vice-Chair

District 1

Term Expires: 2026

1717 West 5th Street
Greenville, NC 27834
252-947-0408
mary.maultsby@pitt.k12.nc.us
Schools located in District 1 include: J.H. Rose High School, Pitt County Early College High School, Ridgewood Elementary, South Greenville Elementary

Board of Education

Mary serves on the Pitt County Board of Education representing District 1 and is vice-chair. She was appointed to temporarily fill an open District 1 seat.

Mary serves on the Pitt County Board of Education representing District 1 and is vice-chair. She was appointed to the position in 2024.

2026 North Carolina General Election

I believe that our schools should be safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where all students can thrive. I will advocate for policies that promote equity and access to resources for all students. I also believe in the importance of community involvement in our schools. I will work to strengthen the partnership between schools and families to ensure that we are all working together for the success of our children.

Advocates for policies that promote equitable access to resources for all students.

- Advocates for policies that promote equitable access to resources for all students.

School Facilities & Resources

Supports ensuring every child can access a quality education regardless of background or circumstances.

Plans to strengthen partnerships between schools and families to support student success.

- Supports ensuring every child can access a quality education regardless of background or circumstances.
- Plans to strengthen partnerships between schools and families to support student success.

Access to Education

As of January 5, 2026, Mary Nobles Maultsby did not have a website or any information online.

Teachers

School Curriculum

Believes schools should provide safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where all students can thrive.

- Believes schools should provide safe, inclusive, and supportive environments where all students can thrive.

Student Wellbeing

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Mary Nobles Maultsby

As of January 5, 2026, Mary Nobles Maultsby’s website did not contain information on this issue.

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v Ms Mary Nobles Maultsby (‘78) Magna Cum
Laude-BS Early Childhood Education, is FSU’s
2019-20 Ms Alumni. Excelling in civic duty and
education for 30 YRS, Ms Maultsby plans to
work hard to strengthen our Alumni ASSC.

April Academic Affairs Newsletter 2020 (Fayetteville State University)

Mary Nobles Maultsby is a lifelong resident of the community. She earned a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education from Fayetteville State University.

## DISTRICT 1 (UNEXPIRED TERM)
###    MARY NOBLES MAULTSBY

* Retired educator; now a reading interventionist in elementary school. Appointed to serve as District 1 Board member in April 2024.
* Would advocate for “effective policies to im-prove and sustain quality education in Pitt Co.”
* Believes “excellence in education can be achieved by unlocking potential, empowering every student at a time.”

2024 Nonpartisan Voter Guide Pitt County North Carolina

Mary Nobles Maultsby is a retired educator and currently works as a reading interventionist at an elementary school. She previously worked as a teacher for over 15 years.

## DISTRICT 1 (UNEXPIRED TERM)
###    MARY NOBLES MAULTSBY

* Retired educator; now a reading interventionist in elementary school. Appointed to serve as District 1 Board member in April 2024.
* Would advocate for “effective policies to im-prove and sustain quality education in Pitt Co.”
* Believes “excellence in education can be achieved by unlocking potential, empowering every student and building futures one student at a time.”

Kelly Weaver, Chair
District 7
Term Expires:  2026
1717 West 5th Street
Greenville, NC  27834
252-341-7282
kelly.weaver@pitt.k12.nc.us
Schools located in District 7 include: E.B. Aycock Middle, Elmhurst Elementary, Wintergreen Intermediate, Wintergreen Primary
Mary Nobles Maultsby, Vice-Chair

District 1
Term Expires: 2026
1717 West 5th Street
Greenville, NC  27834
252-947-0408
mary.maultsby@pitt.k12.nc.us
Schools located in District 1 include: J.H. Rose High School, Pitt County Early College High School, Ridgewood Elementary, South Greenville Elementary

Mary currently serves as a member of the Pitt County Board of Education for District 1. She was appointed to the seat in April 2024, and her term expires in 2026.

Advocates for every child to have access to a quality education regardless of background or circumstances.

Plans to strengthen partnerships between schools and families to support students' success.

Mary is a teacher. She has worked as a teacher for over 15 years.

Wants to strengthen the partnership between schools and families to ensure collective success for children.

Supports policies that promote equity and access to resources for all students.

Isaac Brickman

Buket Urgen

- The Board of Education runs the public school system. They create policies that establish standards, accountability and evaluation of essential operations of the school system.
- The Board of Education member hires a superintendent and can remove them when necessary. The superintendent assists the Board of Education in implementing the board’s policies. 
- The Board of Education is charged with deciding the school budget. This means they decide how to allocate money between different services, such as teacher pay, repairing school facilities, or access to technology.
- Board of Education members are elected every four years. 

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