New Principals Set to Lead Greenville County Schools in 2024-25
Greenville, SC – As students prepare to return to school on August 8, 2024, Greenville County Schools (GCS) has announced a list of new principals for the upcoming school year. With a mix of experience and fresh ideas, these leaders are poised to shape the educational experiences of their students.
Who Are the New Principals?
Here’s a look at the new principals for several schools in the district:
- West Greenville School: Tim Scipio, a native from Darlington, brings extensive experience in special education and program development.
- Fountain Inn High: Stephanie Smith, with a background as an athletic director and assistant principal, is committed to community engagement and academic excellence.
- Bethel Elementary: Nurit’ Sexton, a former math coach with a proven track record, is set to energize the elementary school.
- Greenville High Academy: Dylan Hudson, moving from Seneca High School, has a reputation for boosting graduation rates and supporting new teachers.
- Reedy Laurel Elementary: Matthew Critell, currently the principal at Bethel Elementary, is prepared to launch a new elementary school at the J.L. Mann site.
- Greenville Middle: Edgar Henson has developed a solid foundation in GCS and is ready to take on leadership at the middle school level.
- Woodmont Middle: Kyle Pearson, who rose through the ranks from teaching to administration, brings a diverse experience from various schools.
- East North Street Elementary: Jordan Hudson holds notable leadership and educational achievements to provide quality learning experiences.
- Alexander Elementary: Dawn Hooker has successfully led East North Street Academy and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
- Lakeview Middle: Jennifer Couch has demonstrated substantial improvement in scores at Woodmont Middle School, showcasing her effective leadership.
- Woodmont High School: Melissa Patterson is ready to elevate student achievement based on her current role and innovative strategies.
- Eastside High School: Todd Stafford has a decade of experience in school administration and has been recognized for excellence in leadership.
- Child Development Centers: April Roberts has experience in early childhood education, focusing on essential literacy and development skills.
- Tigerville Elementary: Amy Kern has led Mitchell Road Elementary to success and will bring that expertise to her new role.
These new principals are not only bringing their qualifications and background but also a shared vision of community involvement and student success. Parents are encouraged to engage with these leaders as schools prepare for another exciting academic year.