Arkansas Leadership Academy

Contact Bradley Webber: bwebber@arkansasleadershipacademy.org

Contact Sharmane Evans: reach@arkansasleadershipacademy.org

Contact Dr.Nicole Covey: ncovey@AState.edu

Jeana Williams joined APSRC in 2017 where she is currently the Director of Teaching and Learning. She is also a Professional Learning Leader with the Arkansas Leadership Academy and leads the Instructional Leader Empowerment.

Prior to her work at APSRC, she spent 21 years working as an educator in the state of Arkansas. She began her career in the classroom where she spent 16 years as a secondary mathematics teacher. In 2010 she was awarded the National Math and Science Initiative All American Teacher of the Year for Mathematics in Arkansas. She later worked as an administrator in the Greenbrier School district on both the secondary and elementary levels. After becoming an administrator, she assisted those obtaining administrator licensure through the School Leadership Management and Administration department at the University of Central Arkansas as an
 adjunct instructor.

Many times during her career, Jeana served in positions on the state and national level. She was an AP Calculus AB Reader for College Board and a national trainer for Laying the Foundation in mathematics. She served as President for the Arkansas Council of Teachers of Mathematics and was a consultant for the Arkansas Advanced Initiative for Math and Science. She received her National Board Certification in 2006 and again in 2016. She has assisted with National Board as a reader for state funding and a support site mentor. She completed Phase I of Master Principal with the Arkansas leadership Academy before changing careers. Jeana’s passion for education has led her to spend many years assisting educators from all around the state and sharing through professional learning opportunities.

Contact Jeana Williams: jwilliams@apsrc.net

Jessica Wright joined APSRC as a Literacy Specialist in July of 2022, and now serves as the Co-Director of Instructional Leadership. Prior to coming to APSRC, Jessica worked in the LISA Academy Public Charter School System for 11 years. During her time with LISA Academy, Jessica served as an English Teacher, Dean of Academics, and the Principal of LISA Academy West Elementary. She holds a BA in English, a Masters in Arts and Teaching, and an Ed. Specialist in Educational Leadership with an emphasis in Principalship.

Throughout her career as an educator, Jessica has had the opportunity to work with many organizations including LearnZillion, Student Achievement Partners, Elevating and Celebrating Teachers and Teaching Conference (ECET2), and she worked alongside APSRC to host the first ECET2 in Arkansas. She has been a part of the Charter Leadership Institute hosted by APSRC for several years, and she has recently completed Phase 1 of the Master Principal Program with the Arkansas Leadership Academy.

Outside of work, Jessica spends her time loving on her two little girls, spending time with her husband, and reading as much as she can.

Contact Jessica Wright: jwright@apsrc.net

Nick Hill is the Director of Finance Services for the Arkansas Public School Resource Center. With over 21 years of experience in education, Nick has a strong background in both teaching and leadership. He began his career teaching secondary math and coaching, before moving into administrative roles. He served as the principal at Des Arc High School for four years and as the superintendent at Des Arc School District for three years. Prior to becoming the Director of Finance at APSRC, Nick served as the superintendent of the DeWitt School District for seven years.

Nick holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Henderson State University, a Master's and Specialist Degree from Arkansas State University, and earned his Doctorate of Education from Harding University in 2020.

Contact Nick Hill: nhill@apsrc.net