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Jan 9, 2024

Dr. Bonnie Fusarelli has been named a Distinguished Professor.

We are inspired by Dr. Fusarelli’s dedication to improving K-12 education and proud of her well-deserved recognition. 

Dec 19, 2023

We are thrilled to share the accomplishments of our graduates, faculty, and current fellows in 2023. It brings us joy to see the impact of NELA on NC schools and communities. Wishing you a cheerful holiday season from NELA!  

Nov 30, 2023

Dr. Bonnie Fusarelli (Professor and NELA Director) and Dr. Lance Fusarelli (Professor) outline the characteristics of exemplary school leader preparation programs in KAPPAN article.

Principal leadership is a crucial element of school performance. A landmark research review from 2004 found that principals are second only to teachers in impacting student achievement at school (Leithwood, Seashore Louis, & Wahlstrom, 2004). The Wallace Foundation commissioned a recent follow-up review of more than 200 studies, which suggested that principals’ influence on achievement… 

Nov 28, 2023

Rachel Brackney (Wolf/NELA 2025) named Regional Teacher of the Year for the North Central Region.

Oct 20, 2023

NCSU College of Ed: Lauren Lampron ’14MSA, ’19EDD Named Director of North Carolina Principal Fellows Program

As principal at Southwest Edgecombe High School, Lauren Lampron ’14MSA, ’19EDD said one of her favorite aspects of the job was the opportunity to serve as a mentor for her assistant principals.  

Oct 13, 2023

Dr. Jenn Ayscue (Educational Leadership and Policy Assistant Professor) with Doctoral Student, Victor Cadilla are exploring the potential of two-way dual language immersion programs.

Sep 29, 2023

Dr. Anna Egalite (Educational Leadership and Policy Associate Professor) shares insights on Teacher Race and Student Outcomes in an Education Next article. 

Sep 22, 2023

Dr. Lauren Lampron (NELA Cohort III 2014 and EdD 2018) featured in EdNC article highlighting her new role as director of the NC Principal Fellows Program. 

Dr. Lauren Lampron serves as principal at SouthWest Edgecombe High School. 

Sep 21, 2023

Matt Bristow-Smith (NELA Cohort III) featured in a News and Observer article advocating for increased teacher salaries.

Matt Bristow-Smith currently serves as principal at Edgecomb Early College High School. He was the 2019 Principal of the Year. 

Sep 15, 2023

Dr. Lauren Lampron (NELA Cohort III 2014) and EdD (2018) named NC Principal Fellows Program Director

Lauren serves as the principal at SouthWest Edgecombe High School.