Virginia Foxx actually said...

"It is not a mystery to me it seems that we have had difficulty in the last few years recruiting people to go into teaching."

"I think it is very exciting that we are seeing this new approach to preparing people to teach by doing the things you are doing."

"We are so proud to have you represent App State, and we appreciate all the support you have provided to educators, schools, and classrooms not only in North Carolina, but across the nation."

"I have long believed the most important work in schools happens at the State and local level."