Lori Speller

Lori Smallwood Speller is a dedicated educator and is passionate about history. A native of Windsor, North Carolina in Bertie County, she grew up in the Indian Woods Township of Quistna and Coniotte Road near the Roanoke River a region rich in cultural heritage and history. Her love for history was inspired by her mother, who instilled in her a deep appreciation for the past and its influence on the present. Lori is a graduate of Bertie High School. She has studied History and earned her degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Elizabeth City State University, shaping her lifelong commitment to education and historical preservation. Lori now teaches the History of Bertie County and World History at Bertie High school where she shares her love of history with students. She brings the past to life through engaging lessons and deep discussions. Beyond the classroom, Lori is very active in her community and dedicates much of her time to service. She serves as a Deaconess, and she teaches adult Sunday school at her church, where she shares her wisdom and faith, helping other grow spiritually and intellectually. Lori is also, a devoted wife to Allen, a loving mother to their two children, Bridget (Joseph) and A.W. II and a proud grandmother to granddaughters Sage and Phoebe. She cherishes the time she spends with her family, passing down the values of education and cultural heritage, ensuring that the love of learning and history continues for generations.