001Good afternoon. >> Good afternoon. >> We can do better than that. Good afternoon. >> Good afternoon. >> Before we start, I would like to take an opportunity to recognize our school board members who are here. If you would just stand to be recognized. Our school board members. Thank you. [applause] I would also like to recognize our superintendent, Dr. Angela Harman [applause] and central office staff and any other employees of the Damville public schools. if you would stand to be recognized at this time. As well, on behalf of the Danville Public School Board, it is my honor and privilege to welcome each of you to today's special ceremony as we officially swear in Miss Trina Mclofflin to the Damble Public School Board. Let's give Miss Trina Mclofflin a round. [applause] This moment represents more than just
002an oath. It's a reflection of dedication, service, and a shared commitment to the success of our students, our schools, and our Danville community. I would like to take a moment to recognize and thank Miss Mclofflin's husband, Jeff, her pastor, Dr. Anthony Pass, her family, her mother and father's here all the way from Maryland. Thank you for being here. Let's give them a round of applause. And her many supporters who have stood beside her with encouragement and faith throughout this journey. Any supporters? Let's recognize them. If you would stand to be recognized. Supporters, [applause] thank you for being here. Your support has helped make today possible. We also extend our sincere appreciation to our wonderful Danville Circuit Court Clerk, Mr. Gerald Gibson, who is here for being with us this afternoon and administering today's oath. Thank
003you, Mr. Gibson, for your continued service and partnership. And this year makes 46 years that Mr. Gibson has served as our clerk. So, let's give him a round of applause. [applause] And lastly to Miss Mclofflin, as you take your oath today, know that you are joining a team dedicated to progress, accountability, and an opportunity for every every single child in Danville. We look forward to the insight, passion, and perspective you will bring to this board. On behalf of the entire Danville Public School Board, congratulations and welcome to this amazing team. Let's give her another round of applause. [applause] So now it's the time that you all been waiting for. I'mma step to the side and I'm going ask Mr. Gibson to come forward, Miss Mclofflin's husband, Jeff, to come forward, and Miss Mclofflin to come
004forward as Mr. Gibson will administer the oath. Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. >> It is a great honor to give the oath to Mr. Mclofflin. There's certainly no question on be you're being elected. It was overwhelming. If you would be kind enough to raise your right hand and repeat after me, say I and state your name. I, Trina and Tionette for McGomery Mclofflin >> do solemnly affirm >> do solemnly a affirm >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States >> that I will support the Constitution of the United States >> and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia >> and the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Virginia. And I will faithfully and impartially >> And I will faithfully and impartially >> discharge and perform >> all the duties incumbent on me >>
005all the duties incumbent upon me >> as a duly elected >> as Go ahead. >> Go ahead. as a dulyeleed >> member of the school board >> of the city of Danville, Virginia >> for a term ending >> December 31st, 2026. >> according to the best of my ability. >> So help me God. >> Congratulations. >> Thank you so much. Thank you [applause] sir. Thank you. >> Just like your name is there. Great. [applause] Now we can officially move elect to school board member, Miss Trina Mclofflin. If you would come, [applause] Dr. Harston, if you would come, we're going to do a pinning. I shake too much. So, I'll promise I'll never get this right. [laughter] >> [laughter] [applause] >> If we would just get a quick picture, all the board members, if you would
006just come forward. All right. >> Looking good. >> All right, guys. Count of three. One, two, three. One, two, three. >> [laughter] >> I definitely want to thank everyone for coming out today. Um to all my family members, my church family, my friends, and my campaign workers, I would not be here today if it had not been for you. So I, as a prepared person, I do have some prepared remarks. Um so um first, Joshua 1:9 says, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged. For the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Good evening everyone. >> First I want to give honor to God my savior for his grace, favor and guidance. Without him none of this would be possible. I also
007want to acknowledge my pastor Dr. Anthony R. Pass and my Mount Zion church family for your continued prayers, encouragement, and spiritual covering throughout this journey. To the citizens of Danville, thank you for believing in me, for trusting my heart, and allowing me to honor the honor to serve you. You embrace the vision rooted in accountability, experience, and results. And tonight, I pledge to uphold that vision with integrity, and dedication to every student, family, teacher, staff member, and community partner across our city. This moment is especially meaningful because my parents, Charles and Denise Montgomery, are here with me. They instilled in me the belief that I could be anything I wanted to be and exposed me to a life full of possibilities. Their love and example have shaped the woman I am today, grounded in faith,
008purpose, and perseverance. to my husband Jeff, our children and grandchildren. Thank you for your endless support, patience, encouragement. Your strength is my why. And to my incredible volunteers, let me Okay. Um your this appointment pro you you were with me throughout this appointment process. You worked tirelessly connecting with our community. So I thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your dedication and willingness to share the message of service made this moment possible. I am truly grateful for your faith, your time, your belief in what we could accomplish together. For just over 20 years, I have the privilege of volunteering and working throughout this community and within that serving in the Danville public schools in many roles. a parent, substitute teacher, a coach, HR professional, and now as a board member. Each experience has deepened
009my love for this city, our schools, and especially the teachers and staff who pour into our students each and every day. I also want to take the moment to recognize my economic development team, Amanda Cervantes, and our executive my executive director, Linda Green. I am grateful to be part of an organization that values education, innovation, and community growth. All of your encouragement and mentorship has been overwhelmingly great. To my fellow board members, I look forward to working collaboratively to continue building a strong, equitable, and inspiring school system where every student has the opportunity to succeed. and to our students. You are our why. You are the heartbeat of this work and the hope of this city. Philippians 2 chapter verses 3 through 4 says, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather in
010humility, value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests, but each of you to the interest of the others." As I take this oath, I do so with humility, gratitude, and faith. Ready to serve, ready to listen, and ready to lead. Thank you. May God continue to bless each of you, and may God continue to bless this city and Danville public schools. Thank you. [applause] Let's give her another round of applause. >> [applause] >> We have refreshments outside. We ask that you please stay and join with us in the refreshments. But before we close out, if Dr. Pass would just come forward and bless the food and bless Miss Mclofflin's journey. Dr. Fast for you come forward. >> Good evening >> to Denver public school board superintendent, Mr. Gibson, the clerk, and to each
011and every one of you. Let us prepare to go to the Lord in prayer. Most gracious Almighty God Fathers, again, we thank you for this privilege and opportunity. God, thank you for Sister Trainer Mclofflin. Thank you, God, for her steadfastness. God, we ask for your covering and your blessings over her. But not only her, God, bless the whole school board, all the administrators of Denver public schools as well as for the teachers. Then, Father Rex, God, we thank you for her encouragers. We even thank you, God, for her naysayers, for we understand and know that they all play a purpose in maturing us to the people that we become. Now father we ask you God to bless this food that it be used for nourishment in our bodies in Jesus name we pray. Amen. >>
012Amen.