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FACULTY & STAFF

Our teachers are certified by the state of South Carolina as required by law.  Once certified, teachers continue their education with additional coursework and attendance at educational conferences to renew their credentials every 5 years.


Twenty-one of our twenty-six teachers have advanced degrees in education, including three with doctorates.  


In addition to their educational credentials, all teachers participate in ongoing professional development to enhance their skills and knowledge for working in a single-gender environment. The faculty has attended workshops and conferences, both in-state and out, to meet with nationally recognized experts in the field. We also network with teachers across the state, sharing ideas, strategies, and insights into working with all boys or all girls classes. Our teachers share ideas with one another here and work together to build their resources.  They are frequently called upon to present at state and national conferences.

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ADMINISTRATION

ADMIN
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David Wooten

Principal - 2021-present

Assistant Principal - 2011-2021

Physics Teacher - Eastside High School - 2004-2011

Student Work Supervisor - Bob Jones University - 2002-2004

Math & Science Teacher - Wilmington Christian Academy - 1999-2002

Education Specialist: Administration and Supervision -

     Clemson University

Master of Education - Southern Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science/Physics -

     Bob Jones University

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June Deas

Athletic Director - 2013-present

Director of Campus Affairs - 2020-present

Computer Programmer - 1995-2012

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Winthrop College

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Rob Venable

Assistant Principal - 2021-present

Leadership Teacher - 2015-present

Social Studies Teacher - 2008-2015

Doctorate of Education in Professional Leadership  -

     Converse University

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies/Minor in Speech -

     Bob Jones University

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Celanie Martin

Registrar - 2011-present

Career Development Facilitator-2020-present

Human Resources - 1991-1995

Master of Arts in Personnel and Employee Relations - USC

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Finance - Converse College

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Stephanie Nelson

Guidance Counselor - 2020-present

English Teacher - 2013-2020

English Teacher - Easley High School - 1997-1999

English Teacher - Gettys Middle School - 1994-1997

Bachelor of Arts in Education and English - Clemson University

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Alison Thompson

Director of Development - 

Langston Foundation - 2012-present

Health Insurance Broker and Long Term Care Insurance Sales - 

     1990-2011

Bachelor of Science in Personnel/Industrial Relations -

     Ithaca College

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Jennifer Sim

School Nurse/Receptionist - 2021-present

Prisma Health Feb 2021-July 2021

Beaumont Hospital Michigan 1998-2004

Registered Nurse program – Fanshawe College, Canada

English Dept

ENGLISH  DEPARTMENT

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John English

English Teacher - 2011-present

English Teacher - Northwood Middle School - 2009-2011

English Teacher - Murray Middle School - 1992-2009

Bachelor of Arts in English - Flagler College

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Alissa Fennell

English Teacher - 2020-present

English Teacher - Beck Academy Middle School -

     2005-2008, 2011-2020

Masters of Education in Adolescent Literacy - 

     Concordia University

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education -

     Winthrop University

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Rebecca Peterson

English Teacher - 2022-present

English and Social Studies Teacher-

   Bryson Middle School- 2014-2021

English Teacher- Gold Hill Middle School- 2009-2013

English Teacher- Irmo Middle School- 2006-2009

 

Master’s of Education- University of South Carolina

Bachelor of Science- College of Charleston

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Ashleigh Skelton

English Teacher - 2019-present

English Teacher - Beck Academy Middle School - 2015-2019

English Teacher - Sneed Middle School - 2013-2015

English Teacher - Darlington County Schools - 2009-2013

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies - Clemson University

INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT

INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT

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Judy Perecko

Special Education Teacher - 2022-present

Special Education Teacher - Greenville County - 2010-2022

Special Education Part-TimeTeacher/Substitute - Greenville County - 2002-2010

Special Education Teacher - Greenville County - 2000-2002

Special Education Teacher - Greenville County - 1987-1996

Elementary Teacher - Monaview Elementary - 1985-1987

Elementary Teacher - Hampton Park Christian School - 1979-1985

National Board Certification (2015) 

Online - Teaching Endorsement - College of Charleston

Master of Education - Furman University

Bachelor of Science in Education - Bob Jones University

LEADERSHIP DEPARTMENT

Leadership Dept.
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Bev Cannon

Leadership Teacher - 2012-present

Social Studies Teacher - 2006-2012

Social Studies Teacher - Mauldin High School - 2005-2006

Language Arts Teacher - Mt. Zion Christian School - 2000-2005

5th Grade Teacher - Mt. Zion Christian School - 1996-2000

Master of Arts in Education - Converse College

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -

     University of South Carolina at Spartanburg

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Geoff Hill

Leadership Teacher - 2021-present

Social Studies Teacher - 2016-2021

Social Studies Teacher - Gettys Middle School - 2015-2016

Success Academy Charter School - 2011-2013

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in History - University of California, Riverside

MATH DEPARTMENT

Math
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April Burton

Math Teacher - 2016-present

Math Teacher - Bryson Middle School - 2005-2016

Master of Arts in Teaching in Mathematics - Clemson University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - 

     University of South Carolina

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Lawan Neely

Math Teacher - 2016-present

Math Teacher - Gettys Middle School - 2012-2016

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Master of Arts in Human Resource Management -

     Webster University

Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and Resources -

     Anderson University

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David Case

Math Teacher - 2012-present

Math Teacher - Gettys Middle School

Doctor of Education - Converse University

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Minor in Math -

     Clemson University

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Zach Nicks

Math Teacher - 2016-present

Math Teacher - Beck Academy Middle School - 2008-2016

Master of Arts in Teaching: Middle School Math -

     Clemson University

Bachelor of Science in Community Recreation Management - 

     Clemson University

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

Physical Education
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Ian McKenzie

PE Teacher - 2015-present

Masters of Arts in Teaching - University of the Cumberlands

Bachelor of Science in Sports Management -

     Southern Wesleyan University

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Jason Moore

PE Teacher - 2007-present

Sales Representative - Synnex Corporation - 2006-2007

Bachelor of Science in Physical Education -

     Southern Wesleyan University

Graduate work in Elementary Education - Clemson University

SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

Science
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David Leeke

Science Teacher - 2007-present

Upper Elementary Teacher - Five Oaks Academy - 2003-2005

Elementary Science Lab Instructor - 1998-2003

Science Teacher - Bryson Middle School - 1992-1998

Masters of Elementary & Middle School Education -

     Converse College

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration -

     Winthrop College

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Michael Shade

Science Teacher - 2012-present

Engineer - 2008-2011

Masters of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Masters of Science in Environmental Engineering -

     Clemson University

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering -

     University of South Carolina

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Beth Roueche

Founding Science Teacher - 2005-present

Science Teacher - Eastside High School - 1994-2005

Geometry Teacher - Ringgold High School - 1993-1994

Underwriter/Computer Programmer/Systems Analyst -

     Provident Insurance Company - 1980-1993

Math Teacher - Tyner Jr. High - 1980

Master of Arts in Divergent Learning - Columbia College

Bachelor of Science in Biology Education - UT Chattanooga

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Heather Turner

Science Teacher - 2021-present

GT Enrichment Teacher - Greenville County School District

     Challenge Program - 2013-2021

GT Enrichment Teacher - Florence School District One REACH

     Program - 2006-2007

GT Enrichment Teacher - Kershaw County School District

     SEAGUL Program - 2000-2005

Middle Grades Science Teacher - Wake County School District -

     1998-2000

Master of Education - Converse College

Bachelor of Science in Education/Biology -

     University of South Carolina-Spartanburg

Social Studies

SOCIAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT

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Matt Griffin

Social Studies Teacher - 2007-present

Doctor of Education - Professional Leadership -  

     Converse University

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Bachelor of Science in Parks Recreation and Tourism

     Management - Clemson University

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Aaron Temples

Social Studies Teacher - 2009-present

Social Studies and English Teacher - Ralph Chandler - 2008-2009

Director of Marketing, Wescott Healthcare

Account Executive, Mike Wilson Public Relations
Public Relations Assistant, CheckFree Corporation

Doctor of Education - Professional Leadership - 

     Converse University
Master of Arts in Teaching in Middle Grades Education, Language

     Arts/Social Studies - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism - University of Georgia

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Hayley Long

Social Studies Teacher - 2022-present

Social Studies Teacher - High Point

     Academy Spartanburg- 2017-2022

Master of Arts in Teaching in Middle-Level Social Studies - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in History - Clemson University

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Jim Van Valkenburgh

Social Studies Teacher - 2015-present

Personal Fitness Trainer - 2007-2015

Master of Arts in Teaching - Clemson University

Bachelor of Arts in History - Kennesaw State University

SPANISH DEPARTMENT

Spanish Department
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Britta Bell

Spanish Teacher - 2021-present

Spanish Teacher - League Academy - 2013-2021

Spanish Teacher - Hillcrest High School - 2010-2013

Spanish Teacher - Avondale Middle School - 2006-2010

Masters In Secondary Education - University of Michigan

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and International Trade - 

     Clemson University

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Noemi Guerrero

Spanish Teacher - 2011-present

Master of Education and Classroom Leadership -

     Southern Wesleyan University

Bachelor of Arts in Education - Spanish -

     University of South Carolina Upstate

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Kathy Feigenbaum

Spanish Teacher - 2008-present

Spanish Teacher - Chapman High School

Spanish Teacher - Fort Clarke Middle School

Spanish Teacher - Laurens District 55 High School

Spanish Teacher - Spartanburg High School

Spanish Teacher - Witlock Jr. High

Spanish Teacher - Parker High School

Masters + 30 - ESOL and Projects Based Learning

Master of Education - University of Florida

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish - Furman University

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Larissa Stevens

Spanish Teacher - 2007-present

Spanish Teacher Aide - Blythe Academy - 2005-2007

Brigham Young University - Idaho

University of South Carolina Upstate

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