Meet the Ladies of the 2026-2027 Kerr Connect W.I.S.E. Cohort!
October 15, 2026
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W.I.S.E. is a mentorship and leadership development program hosted by NCAPCS that fosters and grows women leaders in the North Carolina Charter School space.
W.I.S.E. stands for Women Inspiring and Seeking Empowerment. This year's cohort is sponsored by Kerr Connect!
Kera Stephens
The Capitol Encore Academy
Ms. Stephens is currently the K-12 ELA Dean of Instruction at The Capitol Encore Academy.
Lindsey Sealy
Eno River Academy
Ms. Sealy is currently the Executive Director at Eno River Academy.
Cynthia Davis
Wake Forest Charter Academy
Ms. Davis is currently a dedicated and inclusive educator who teaches 5th graders at Wake Forest Charter Academy.
Rachel Christian
NC Cyber Academy
Ms. Christian is currently in her first year as an Assistant Principal at NC Cyber Academy.
Celene Mais
Carter G. Woodson School
Ms. Mais is currently the Dean of Instruction at Carter G. Woodson School.
Dez Thompson
Research Triangle High School
Ms. Thompson is currently the Dean of Students and Culture at Research Triangle High School.
London Turner
Voyager Academy
Ms. Turner is currently a dynamic educator who teaches 2nd grade at Voyager Academy.