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10 UCW JANUARY 18 - 24, 2023 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM Dr. Stacey Wilson-Norman, Chief Academic Officer for Cumberland County Schools, is one of nine school administrators from across the nation named to the Chiefs for Change Fu- ture Chiefs leadership development program. Chiefs for Change is a bipartisan network of state and district educa- tion leaders. As a participant in the 18-month Future Chiefs program, Dr. Wilson-Norman will engage in collec- tive learning on issues central to ef- fective leadership and receive coach- ing and mentorship from members of the Chiefs for Change network. "Dr. Wilson-Norman is a phenom- enal and innovative leader who is working diligently to transform the lives of students in CCS," said Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr., CCS superinten- dent. "She is a sterling example for others to emulate and is frequently called upon by educational leaders across the country for advice and guidance. I know this experience will strengthen her skill set, allowing her to make an even bigger impact on our school district and community." Over the course of the program, Dr. Wilson-Norman will study sys- tems management, shadow current chiefs, receive individual coaching, attend a variety of virtual and in- person sessions. "As a lifelong educator, I'm thank- ful for this opportunity to learn more about effective leadership," said Dr. Wilson-Norman. "I'm excited to collaborate with other leaders as we work toward enhanced learning experiences and improving student outcomes across the nation." Prior to joining CCS, Dr. Wilson- Norman served as the chief academic officer with the North Carolina De- partment of Public Instruction. Additionally, she has served students and families as a teacher, principal, assistant and deputy super- intendent. During her distinguished career as an educator, Dr. Wilson-Norman has received numerous notable ac- colades, multiple recognitions and served on various boards and organi- zations. She has been recognized as Prin- cipal of the Year for Durham Public Schools and Central Office Adminis- trator of the Year by the North Caro- lina Middle School Association. She is also the recipient of Power- School's North Carolina Excellence in Leadership Award. CCS administrator named to national program a STAFF REPORT Dr. Stacey Wilson-Norman NEWS Dr. DeSandra Washington named to FTCC DEI post a STAFF REPORT Fayetteville Technical Community College recently announced that Dr. DeSandra Washington has been named Vice President for Academic Support and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Services. In this capacity, Dr. Washington will oversee several departments, includ- ing Library Services, the Student Learning Center, University Outreach, Parents for Higher Education and the Male Mentoring Success Initiative. She will also lead the newly estab- lished Diversity, Equity and Inclusion services. In this capacity, she will provide leadership over the implementation of DEI initiatives to facilitate a learn- ing environment centered around equity, inclusive excellence and cel- ebration of human diversity. Dr. Washington began working at FTCC in 1998 as the Basic Skills Coun- selor. Since that time, she has served in several roles, including Director of Counseling and Admissions, Dean of the Spring Lake Campus and As- sociate Vice President for Academic Support. Dr. Washington has served on several committees at FTCC including the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges tenth-year reaffirmation committee, the SACSCOC fifth-year reaffirmation committee, the Mighty Minority Male committee and the Student Appeals committee. Due to her work with serving and supporting minority students, Dr. Washington was selected as an En- gaging Excellence in Equity Fellow, sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. To continue the practice of transforming lives, she was hon- ored to be a part of the 2020-2022 Wil- liam C. Friday Fellowship for Human Relations. In 2021, Dr. Washington was af- forded the opportunity to complete the Diversity and Inclusion Certificate Program through eCornell at Cornell University. Dr. Washington earned her Bach- elor of Arts in Criminal Justice and Master of Arts in School Personnel from North Carolina Central Uni- versity. She earned her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership at Fayetteville State University with a specialization in higher education. Dr. Washington is a dedicated com- munity servant and says one of her greatest joys is helping others. Dr. DeSandra Washington CCS Administrator promoted to Executive Director a STAFF REPORT Dr. Anna "eresa" Perry has been named the Executive Direc- tor of Academic and Instructional Systems for Cumberland County Schools. Following the recommendation of CCS Superintendent Dr. Marvin Connelly, Jr., the Board of Educa- tion approved the recommenda- tion during a Board meeting on Jan. 10. With 27 years of experience in the field of education, Dr. Perry will lead the district's information technology curricula and systems in her new role. She will be responsible for the overall leadership and supervision of the Student Academic Systems for the school system. Areas of supervision for the position include digital learning facilitation, PowerSchool, student records and instructional materials. Dr. Perry earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education from Fayetteville State University in 1994, a Master of School Administration degree from Fayetteville State University in 1999, and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from East Carolina University in 2010. She began her career in Cumberland County Schools as a teacher and has served as an Assis- tant Principal, Beginning Teacher Coordinator and assistant superin- tendent for Communications and Innovative Projects. Previously, she served as the executive director of North Caro- lina Teacher Corps for the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. She most recently served as the Director of Professional Develop- ment for the district. Dr. eresa Perry