Chris Tuttell

christuttell@ncslma.org

I’m thrilled to step into the role of NCSLMA Lead Regional Director! My journey in education began in 2000 as an elementary school teacher. In 2012, I earned my MLS from North Carolina Central University and in 2016 I completed coursework for Instructional Technology at East Carolina University and proudly achieved National Board Certification as a librarian in 2021. Since 2007, I’ve been part of the Wake County Public School System and currently have the joy of working as the librarian at South Garner High School. I’m excited to bring my love for literacy, technology, and collaboration to this leadership role and look forward to connecting with others to support and inspire the library community!

Regional Directors

Jessy Dickerson

jessydickerson@ncslma.org

I’m excited to serve as the Region 1 Director! This is my tenth year in education and my ninth year working in Martin County. The first 5 years of my career were teaching kindergarten and 4th grade English and Social Studies and this is my fifth year as an elementary school librarian. Children’s books have my heart! My favorite children’s book is The BFG.  I attended East Carolina University for my undergrad in elementary education and MLS degree. In my spare time I love spending time with my husband and little boy. I also love to paint. This is my first year serving as a board director, and I’m so eager to learn and grow in this leadership role.

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Amanda McCall

amandamccall@ncslma.org

I am excited to serve as the Region 2 Director! I have been in education for 20 years. The first 16 were spent in the classroom as an elementary teacher and the past 4 years have been as a Media Coordinator in Carteret County Schools. I have been a National Board Certified Teacher since 2009. I attended East Carolina University for my Undergrad and then attended North Carolina Central University to obtain my MLIS degree. I don't shy away from new things and love to try something that may, or may not, flop. I love to learn and grow professionally so I have been on a variety of committees such as: Advisor for the NC School Library Media Collaborative (Eastern Cohort); Membership Director of North Carolina Reading Association (NCRA);  and NCSLMA Leadership Cohort in 2022-2023. When not working, I am busy with my two high-schoolers and husband. The kids are very involved so I am oftentimes traveling to or from an event for one of them. I look forward to learning and growing professionally in this role and am eager to help other media coordinators grow in their knowledge and passion as well.

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Angie Headley

angieheadley@ncslma.org

Angie Headley received her love of reading from her momma and an excellent education from the public schools of Wood County, WV, and then attended WVU and Marshall University for a BA and MA in Elementary Education.  In 2013, after teaching 4th and 5th grade in KY and NC for 14 years, she received the honor of becoming the teacher-librarian at Combs Elementary in Raleigh, earning her MLS from ECU in 2015. The work she does brings her JOY 99.9% of the time .  If she was a dragon, she would hoard books, plants, and time to thrift.

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Jenni Clark

jenniclark@ncslma.org

Jenni Clark is in her 15th year of education and 6th as a media coordinator.  She currently works for Cumberland County schools where she serves as media coordinator at Benjamin Martin Elementary School.  Jenni is passionate about making reading fun, incorporating meaningful technology into lessons, advocating for diverse books, and doing whatever it takes to get books into the hands of her students.  She is known for her "out of the box" lessons, professional development, and presentations.  Her goals while in this position are to recruit membership to NCSLMA, bring those in the region together to network and share ideas, and to advocate for equity in library programs across the state.  In her spare time she enjoys reading books, listening to books, making book-themed shirts, and thinking about how to make her media center even more awesome!

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Amy Ralph

amyralph@ncslma.org

My name is Amy Ralph and I have been an educator for thirteen years. I am currently in my eighth  year as a media specialist in Lexington City Schools.  I have a strong passionfor teaching both students and teachers. One of my greatest strengths is providing and planning professional development for educators. Over the last 7 years I have provided a monthly professional development for my staff at the school level. I have also presented at our district’s beginning on the year professional development every year. I have helped educators grow using their own expertise by presenting  and or organizing  Edcamps at the district, state, and national levels. I have presented at nErDcampMI three times, assisted my district in planning our own Edcamp, and I am the primary organizer and a co-founder of @nErDcampNC.  I love participating in NCSLMA events. I have presented  at the NCSLMA annual conference five times and I was a state expert during the first year of the mentor/mentee program.  Currently I am on the professional development team at the district level. I am also a member of the district technology team (I3 team). I have a passion for our profession and believe that we play a major role in supporting the students and educators in our state. 

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Robin Williams

Hi! I'm Robin Williams the new Region 6 Director. I have been in school libraries since 2006 in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School district. I started my career in middle schools for nine years and have spent the last eight in high schools - I've been at East Mecklenburg High School since 2019. As an MLS graduate of UNCG, I am passionate about kids finding a home in my library where they feel safe and welcome. I am the coach of our High School BOB team (district champs 2022), I advise a small makerclub, the senior class board and teach a help desk class at my school.  I have presented at the state level on Makerspaces, Utilizing student helpers in the library, Inquiry in the library, Social Media in the library and I am a National Board Certified Teacher.  When not at school I'm running around after my two teenage boys, my scout leader husband or one of my five pets. I also enjoy reading, cooking/baking and crocheting.  I can't wait to learn and grow with and from the amazing folks in region 6! 

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Tonya Denny

tonyadenny@ncslma.org

Tonya is the new high school media coordinator in Ashe County. Prior to this position, she taught in the classroom and held the position of media coordinator at Blue Ridge Elementary School. Tonya earned both her Bachelor's degree in education and masters degree in Library Science from Appalachian State University. In 2019, Tonya was awarded a prestigious Fulbright-Hays scholarship which allowed her to enrich her perspective through studying abroad in Indonesia. She enjoys reading, traveling to new places and spending time with her family, friends and dog Dixie.

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Ashley McVey

I am beyond excited to serve as the Region 8 Director for 2025 & 2026! This marks my 24th year in education. I spent 14 years as a classroom teacher, where I had the joy of teaching first, second, and third grades. For the past 10 years, I have been an elementary media specialist, currently serving at Mills River Elementary in Mills River, NC, within the Henderson County Public Schools System. While I treasure my time as a classroom teacher, my true passion lies in being a school media specialist. I love the endless opportunities this role provides to inspire and support the communities I am part of. In our roles, it can sometimes be challenging to make meaningful connections with others. Being involved in NCSLMA has really helped bridge that gap and has provided a sense of community and support that makes all the difference. This past year has brought its share of challenges to Western North Carolina, but through every storm, our community has remained steadfast. Together, we’ve shown resilience, compassion, and unwavering strength. As we continue to rebuild, we stand stronger than ever, proving that our mountain spirit will never falter. #828strong!

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Holly Christensen

hollychristensen@ncslma.org

I am a teacher and the Media, Literacy and STEM chair for St. Pius X Catholic School in Greensboro. I also coach our Middle School and Elementary BOB teams. I love that I get to go to school everyday and talk about books, help develop readers and thinkers, and create opportunities for learning, growth, and adventure. I have learned so much from NCSLMA over the years, and I appreciate the opportunity to give back to an organization that has been so critical to my success in the library and classroom.

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Appointed Directors:

Laura Aldridge

lauraaldridge@ncslma.org 

Laura Aldridge is the school librarian at Durant Road Middle School in Raleigh. She earned her Master's in Library Science through North Carolina Central University in 2014 and participated in cohort 2 of NCSLMA's Emerging Leaders in 2017.  Previously, she worked with literacy non-profits and Wake County Public Library.  

Jennifer Abel

jenniferabel@ncslma.org 

Jennifer Abel started as a media assistant in 2003 at Flat Rock Middle School before earning her MLS from ECU in 2008.  She worked as a media assistant at East Henderson High School until 2011 when she became the media coordinator at North Henderson High School. In 2017, she earned her ITF certification from ECU. When not working at North Henderson High School and for NCSLMA, Jennifer stays busy with her three sons and puppy.

Lucy Wilcox

lucywilcox@ncslma.org

I have been the librarian at New Hanover High School in Wilmington for the past three years, having spent the first 10 years of my library career at the elementary school level. I am a graduate of ECU's MLS program, and I also hold a Master's Degree in English from UNCG. I am a National Board certified teacher and a strong advocate for librarians to earn their certification! When I can find some free time, I love reading (duh) and walking (on the beach, in the park, with the fam, with the dog, on my own -- whatever -- gotta move the legs!). I was a member of the 2020 Leadership Academy, where I met some of the coolest librarians ever!

Maggie Skroski

maggieskroski@ncslma.org

My name is Maggie Skroski and I have lived in Asheville, NC for 30 years. I hail from Logan, Utah, started my career teaching high school - mostly with The Department of Defense Dependent Schools. I then laid out toraise six kids, went back to get my MLS degree, and after a fabulous stint in a high school library I have the dream job I never knew I wanted in an elementary school library.I swear I used to be interesting. I've traveled to almost 50 countries and have toured the 48 contiguous states. Now I just want to work in my library, hike, and come home and read a book! This year I'm switching things up! I'm moving from the NCSLMA Region 8 Director to Awards, Grants, & Scholarships! I just couldn't let go of working with this fabulous organization!

Heath Radford

heathradford@ncslma.org

Heath Radford has served as a media coordinator for over five years, where he has worked in the Wayne County Public School system.  He currently resides at Eastern Wayne High School in Goldsboro, North Carolina. At his school, he also serves as the Beginning Teacher Coordinator. He was part of the 2022 NCSLMA Leadership Academy and has presented the NCSLMA Conference. 

Esther Taylor

esthertaylor@ncslma,org

Shiyo from the mountains in Cherokee, NC. 

I am the high school media coordinator at Cherokee Central Schools. After years of teaching 4th grade, I closed my classroom door and opened the door to the library. Earning my MLS from ECU in 2016 and becoming a teacher-librarian reignited my enthusiasm and passion as an educator. For over 10 years, first at the elementary school and now at the high school, I’ve enjoyed creating a welcoming place for all students to rediscover their love of reading & learning. I have also enjoyed being a member of NCSLMA. I was a part of the 2023 Leadership Academy and am an active Region 8 committee member. I am excited to serve in this new role.

Missy Perritt

missyperritt@ncslma.org

I have had an eclectic career beginning as a graphic designer and photographer, then as an art teacher and STEM teacher, before becoming a librarian. I have an AAS in Advertising and Graphic Design from JCC, a BFA in Illustration from UNC Charlotte, and an MLS from East Carolina University. When I’m not in the library, I am reading, hanging out with my dogs and husband or seeking out the next adventure, concert, or home improvement project! NCSLMA is a wonderful organization full of creative, passionate, and special people and I am excited to join them to promote literacy and support librarians across the state!

Brene Duggins

breneduggins@ncslma.org

Brene Duggins is the Media Coordinator at Oak Grove High School in Davidson County. She earned her BA in Middle Grades Education (Math and Social Studies) from UNC-Charlotte and her MLS from East Carolina University. She has served on the NCSLMA Board as Awards Chair, Communications Chair, Membership Director, and President. She has also served on the AASL Board and was Chair of the AASL Affiliate Assembly. She is currently in the School Library Supervisor program at UNCG. She is a self-proclaimed Techno-Nerd, Book Lover and is Ms. D of "Ms. D's Virtual PD" an online Professional Development website. 

Katie Moose

katiemoose@ncslma.org

Sara Levin

Sara Levin is going on her 19th year as a Media Coordinator and 22nd year as a librarian. A graduate of the ECU MLS Program, Sara has presented curriculum, collection development, and grant writing sessions at NCSLMA, NCTIES, and the Joyner Library L2L Networking Summit. Sara is the Media Coordinator at Kinston High School and currently serves as a HBOB Region 2 Chair, the NCSLMA Director of Professional Growth, and is a member of the 2021 NCSLMA Leadership Academy cohort.

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