New Assistant Principal named for James M. Brown Elementary

James M Brown Elementary is pleased to announce that Erin Garland has been named their new Assistant Principal. She replaces Virgil Highsmith, who recently retired.

Mrs. Garland has worked as a Kindergarten and 2nd grade teacher in the SDOC and has most recently been serving as a Literacy Coach at James M Brown. She also coordinates the after school program at James M Brown. Mrs. Garland has received a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education, a Masters in Reading and her Ed Specialist Degree in Administration and Supervision. She received all of her degrees from Clemson University.

Ashley Robertson, Principal of James M Brown, said “We are very excited to have Erin take on this new role within our school. She has a passion for helping our students and staff and I look forward to Erin being an integral part of our leadership team.