Ms. Wood hails from Asheville, North Carolina, but has called Willow Spring home for the past 27 years, where she and her family have thrived. A proud mother of three grown children—two currently attending ECU and NC State—Ms. Wood is deeply rooted in her community. She earned her degree in Special Education from East Carolina University, with a concentration in reading instruction, and is now completing her master's in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling at ECU.

An avid reader and mountain hiking enthusiast, Ms. Wood finds solace and inspiration in nature. She lives on a family farm surrounded by her beloved dogs, cats, cows, alpacas, and donkeys. 

Ms. Wood believes that relationships are the cornerstone of a thriving society. In her work with students, she meets them where they are—developmentally, emotionally, and intellectually—building on their strengths and equipping them with the tools they need to succeed. She is passionate about fostering authentic connections with students, their families, and the wider community, helping each individual contribute to and thrive in society.