Carla Jefferson is the proud principal of the Darlington County Virtual Academy for the Darlington County School District in South Carolina. A 24-year veteran educator, she has been a classroom teacher, school-level curriculum facilitator, and district-level administrator. Her motto, “Why Not Darlington?”, inspired by a colleague, motivates her to fight for digital equity, not only for the children of Darlington County but children all over the world.
Carla is an Apple Distinguished Educator, Google Certified Educator/Trainer/Innovator, 2017 PBS Lead Digital Innovator for South Carolina, a frequent ISTE presenter and a 2020 ISTE featured speaker. Her work has been highlighted in several publications including ISTE Empowered Learner, Tech & Learning Magazine, and District Administrator. Carla is a current member of the ISTE Board of Directors and has served on the ISTE Digital Equity and EdLeaders PLN Leadership teams. She also served as a member of the South Carolina ASCD Board of Directors, was instrumental in founding the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA), and served as the 2019-2020 chairman for the SCASA Instructional Technology Roundtable.