SDOC Announces New AP Hires
At its regularly scheduled board meeting held on July 19, 2021, the School District of Oconee County Board of Trustees approved the hiring of two new assistant principals for the 2021-2022 school year.
Stanley Antonio Scott, a West-Oak High graduate, will move from his current role as a 5th Grade Teacher to join the administrative team at Northside Elementary School. Mr. Scott holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Anderson University and a Master’s degree in STEAM Education from Clemson University. Mr. Scott is currently finishing up his Educational Specialist Degree from Clemson University. He has been teaching for four years, one in Anderson School District 5, two in Greenville County Schools, and one in the School District of Oconee. Mr. Scott was born, raised, and currently lives in Oconee County with his family, Haley, Hayden, and Scarlett. Mr. Scott said, “I am super excited about this opportunity and can’t wait to get started. I love my Northside Elementary family and can’t wait to serve them as their new Assistant Principal.”
Dr. David Dennis will move from his current role as testing administrator and career counselor to join the administrative team at Seneca High School. Dr. Dennis has 17 years experience in education, with 15 of those in Oconee County. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Literature from Wofford College, an Master’s degree in Creative Writing from Queens University, and an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of South Carolina. Dr. Dennis lives in Seneca with his wife Graham, a teacher at SMS, and their two daughters Parker and Campbell. “I feel very fortunate to have this opportunity at such a great school as Seneca High School. I look forward to supporting the good work of SHS faculty and staff in this new position, as well as our parents and community.”
Superintendent, Dr. Michael Thorsland said, “We are excited to welcome Antonio and David to our administrative team and look forward to working with them. I’m confident they will continue to have a positive impact on their schools in their new roles.”