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Jan 29, 2026

NCSU’s online programs showed strong rankings in the US News and World Report. Five of the university’s online programs ranked in the top 10 in the country, with NELA’s MSA program making the largest leap from 15 to 6!

Jan 26, 2026

Nick Rotenberry, (Wolf/NELA 2025), the AP at Thanksgiving Elementary, was nominated by Johnston County to the NCPAPA Accelerated Program and accepted!

Jan 21, 2026

LaVonda Williams (NELA 2023) of Pinkston Street Elementary was named as 2025-26 Assistant Principal of the Year for Vance County Schools!

Oct 21, 2025

Mike Casey ’18MSA Named Pitt County Schools’ Principal of the Year

Oct 21, 2025

Christopher Cullom ’18MSA Named Franklin County Schools’ Principal of the Year

Oct 2, 2025

Assistant Teaching Professor Claudia Smith Selected for LatinxEd Fellowhip

Aug 28, 2025

NELA’s Dr. Lisa Bass & Dr. Lacey Seaton were named Associate Directors of UCEA’s CIRCLE, along with Dr. Tim Drake as part of the leadership team! With partner universities, NC State continues to support rural school leaders & improving student outcomes!

Aug 27, 2025

Matt Bristow-Smith (NELA III) and NC Principal of the Year (2019) shares his perspective on the importance of North Carolina public schools in an EdNC article.

Aug 13, 2025

Dr. LaAlice Hopkins (NELA IV) has written a children’s book titled “Ben and Waffle: Best Friends.” Congratulations, LaAlice!

Jul 29, 2025

Laura Brown Austin (Southern 2024) received the Pride in Greene Award. This recognition is presented to an individual who exemplifies dedication to Greene County. We’re proud of Laura for demonstrating commitment, positivity, and community spirit!