Monday, 15th of June 2026, 11:15:07 AM
Emerging Leaders and BELL Team Graduates
Throughout the 2026 AEA Leadership Conference, AEA held its annual Emerging Leader and Building Effective Local Leaders (BELL) Team cohorts.
The Emerging Leaders School introduces potential leaders to the Association and provides experiences and training to prepare them for future leadership roles in the AEA, NEA, and their local affiliates. The program is also designed to discover leadership talent and help potential leaders become involved in upgrading the organization at the local, state, and national levels.
Congratulations to the following 2026 Emerging Leaders School graduates!
- Patrice Langham
- Kristy Jones-Bettis
- Gyledora Davis
- Anita Wilson
- Natalie Cowan
- Angelisa Thomas
- Demetria Belser
- Teresa Jones
- Sara Allen
- Debra Hamby
- Anna Staup
- Amber Bowling
- Jessica Hipp
- Hazel Foster
- Shawaungela Deloach
- James Jones III
- Kenneth Mayo
- Summer Bell
The BELL Team program helps affiliates build a strong leadership team for each local that participates. This highly interactive training gives local associations the tools they need to be more effective in recruiting and engaging members. Each team completed the training with a strategic plan to build a more effective local that meets the needs of its members.
Congratulations to the following local associations for completing their BELL Team training!
- Demopolis City Education Association
- Shelby County ESP
- Macon County Active
- Madison County Education Association
- LEAD Academy Montgomery
These promising educators represent the next generation of advocates and change-makers for Alabama’s local schools. Keep an eye on AEA publications to apply for next year’s cohorts!
