Local Educator, Kara M. Parsons, Takes Helm as FLEET Director at Surry-Yadkin Works

Kara M. Parsons has been named the new Director of the FLEET program at Surry-Yadkin Works. Parsons brings experience in education and administration to the role, where she will oversee various opportunities including pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships at Altec. Her knowledge of educational leadership and Career and Technical Education standards will be key in preparing students for future success.

Crystal Folger-Hawks, Executive Director of Surry-Yadkin Works, welcomed Parsons to the team. She highlighted Parsons' leadership skills and commitment to education as assets to the FLEET program.

Parsons has previously served as Assistant Principal at Surry Central High School, Gentry Middle School, and Central Middle School. She was also a Mathematics Teacher at North Surry High School, where she held positions as Department Chair and Mentor. As Assistant Principal, she worked with school leadership teams, managed disciplinary issues, and supported teachers.

Parsons expressed her enthusiasm about joining Surry-Yadkin Works as the FLEET Director. She is passionate about helping students achieve their potential and looks forward to working with educators and community partners.

The Golden LEAF Foundation provides funding for the FLEET program at Surry-Yadkin Works. The foundation, which aims to advance economic opportunity in North Carolina’s rural and economically distressed communities, awarded $603,230 for the implementation of FLEET. The program offers students classroom instruction, on-the-job training at Altec, work/life skills, mentorship, and employment opportunities. Surry-Yadkin Works, which began on January 1, 2021, is the first community-based internship program of its kind in North Carolina and covers a two-county region. It is a joint effort of four public school systems in Surry and Yadkin counties, and Surry Community College.

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