Education Matters

On this episode, we’re joined by some outstanding educators, the 2025-26 North Carolina Wells Fargo Regional Principals of the Year. They’ve been recognized for their strong leadership and commitment to student success, and today they’ll share some insight on how they’re striving to lead learning environments that prepare students for life. Guests: Jason Johnson, NC Wells Fargo Principal of the Year Orange High School Orange County Public Schools Dr. John Lassiter, Northeast NC Principal of the Year, Northeast Hertford Grammar School, Perquimans County Schools Kelly Withrow, Southwest NC Principal of the Year, Battleground Elementary School, Lincoln County Schools Dr. Laura Bailey, NC Sandhills Principal of the Year Scotland High School, Scotland County Schools Dr. Jessica LaBrose Anthony, NC Northwest Principal of the Year Davenport A+ Elementary School, Caldwell County Schools Dr. Jake E Wilson, NC Charter School Principal of the Year, Mountain Island Charter School, Mount Holly, NC