Digital Learning & Media
The DCS Digital Learning & Media Department empowers students and educators through innovative teaching, digital literacy, inquiry-based learning, and a love of reading. By blending technology integration, media services, collaborative learning, and responsible digital citizenship, we strive to prepare all learners to thrive in an ever-changing, digitally connected world.
STEAMA Digital Teaching & Learning Department
The Digital Teaching & Learning Department supports innovative, student-centered instruction through meaningful technology integration, digital literacy, and ongoing professional learning. Our goal is to empower educators and students with the tools, skills, and strategies needed to thrive in today’s ever-evolving digital world while promoting creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and responsible technology use.
Kristen
Hall
Chief Officer for District Effectiveness/Student Support Services and Digital Learning
910-296-6627
Lindsay Skidmore
Director of 6-8 Curriculum/Digital Innovation
910-296-8788
Jan
Houston
STEAMA Digital Teaching & Learning Specialist
910-296-6197
Tera
Kennedy
STEAMA Digital Teaching & Learning Specialist
910-296-8790
Our Digital Learning & Media Coordinators
foster a culture of literacy, inquiry, creativity, and digital citizenship by connecting students and staff with engaging resources, emerging technologies, and collaborative learning opportunities. Through media services, instructional support, and innovative learning spaces, our DLMCs empower learners to think critically, explore passionately, and thrive in a digitally connected world.
Digital Learning & Media Coodinators
| Chelsey Smith BF Grady Elementary |
| Laurie Sholar Beulaville Elementary |
| Nina Gail Lanier Chinquapin Elementary |
| Dena Jenkins East Duplin High |
| Shirley Adams James Kenan High |
| Victoria Newkirk Kenansville Elementary |
| Laura Bryan North Duplin Elementary |
| Laura Thornton North Duplin Jr./Sr. |
| Marlene Kilpatrick Rose Hill-Magnolia Elementary |
| Tonya Patram Wallace Elementary |
| Lindsey Miller Wallace-Rose Hill High |
|
Monica Wallace |
Beyond The Books
Reading Program 2026
In March 2026, the district’s Second Annual Beyond the Books Showcase expanded into a two-day event, featuring separate elementary and middle school showcases and highlighting the creativity and talent of more than 1,700 students districtwide. After competing at the school level, top student creators advanced to the district showcase to compete in categories such as From Page to Stage, Read & Reel, and Diorama Drama, blending literacy with creativity, performance, and digital innovation.
