Columbus County School Board Brag Tag

Board members Chris Worley and Steve Long speak with South Columbus High School Principal Kelly Beck about the people and priorities driving the school forward. Beck highlights the dedication of teachers and support staff, the school’s academic focus on “challenge, check, and respond,” and the importance of balancing belief in students with accountability. She also discusses the strong support Sou...

Board members Chris Worley and Steve Long speak with South Columbus High School Principal Kelly Beck about the people and priorities driving the school forward. Beck highlights the dedication of teachers and support staff, the school’s academic focus on “challenge, check, and respond,” and the importance of balancing belief in students with accountability. She also discusses the strong support Sou...

In this edition of School Board Brag Tag, Board of Education members Irvin Enzor and Steve Long speak with Old Dock Elementary School Principal Leslie about the collaborative culture and strong relationships that help students thrive. She discusses the school’s focus on increasing classroom rigor by encouraging students to think deeply, communicate their ideas, justify their answers, and persevere...

In this edition of School Board Brag Tag, Board of Education members Emily Grice and Chris Worley speak with Tabor City School Principal Dr. Dale Norris about the strong momentum building across the school. Dr. Norris describes Tabor City as unified, focused, and determined, with a priority this year on increasing student engagement and maximizing meaningful instructional time. He also highlights...

In this edition of School Board Brag Tag, Board of Education members Emily Grice and Irvin Enzor speak with Columbus Career and College Academy Principal Christian Godwin about the school’s outstanding accomplishments, including earning an A school grade and exceeding academic growth. Godwin credits CCCA’s dedicated staff, hardworking students, focused three-year improvement plan, and strong partn...

Board members Steve Long and Chris Worley talk with Williams Township Principal Michelle Simmons about the strong sense of community that makes the school special. Ms. Simmons shares her deep personal roots in the community and the pride she takes in serving its students and families. She also discusses the incredible support the school receives from the community, emphasizes the importance of bui...

Columbus County Schools Board of Education members Emily Grice and Irvin Enzor speak with Kristie Leinthall, principal of Acme-Delco Elementary School, for a wide-ranging conversation. The discussion explores efforts to strengthen accountability, support continued growth, and prepare students, staff, and families for the upcoming consolidation as the new East View School prepares to open.

Board members Emily Grice and Irvin Enzor talk with Nakina Middle School Principal Shelly Cullipher about the strong sense of community that makes Nakina special. A proud graduate of the former Nakina High School, Ms. Cullipher shares what it means to lead a school with such deep personal roots. She also discusses the importance of giving students opportunities to discover and develop their many t...

Current Columbus County Schools Principal of the Year Herman Bland reflects on his first few months at West Columbus School, sharing what has impressed him most about the students, staff, and school community. He highlights the strengths of West Columbus and discusses the high expectations he has for the school year ahead. With a focus on student success, growth, and a strong school culture, Mr. B...

In the latest edition of the School Board Brag Tag Podcast, board members Emily Grice and Irvin Enzor sit down with Dr. Peggy Hester, the new principal of East Columbus Jr./Sr. High School. Dr. Hester reflects on her first few months at the school, recognizes the unsung heroes who help make the East Columbus community special, and shares why she believes East Columbus is poised for an amazing year...

Board members Dr. Ronnie Strickland and Irvin Enzor sit down with Sherone Hough, the new principal of Chadbourn Elementary School, for a conversation about the new school year. Ms. Hough shares what has impressed her about the welcoming Chadbourn Elementary community and its dedicated staff, while also discussing her goals and priorities for students and staff during her first year as principal.

The final CCCA installment of Board Brag Tag features Sherman “Chef” Axelberg, who shares the story of building a program from the ground up. She reflects on the strong school culture at CCCA, the unique opportunities it offers students, and why true success is measured by student growth and learning. Chef Axelberg also highlights what makes CCCA such a special place for both students and staff.

This week’s Board Brag Tag takes us back to Columbus Career & College Academy, where Emily Grice and Irvin Enzor sit down with 5th-year senior and culinary student Morgan Jacobson. Morgan shares her plans to run her own food truck after graduating from Johnson & Wales University and talks about the influence of Chef Axelberg, whose guidance and real-world approach have helped shape her exp...

Columbus Career and College Academy is featured in the latest edition of Board Brag Tag, where Principal Christian Godwin shares what makes CCCA such a special place. She explains how the unique makeup of the school helps create opportunities for students and how the relationships between staff and students help drive achievement. Godwin also talks about CCCA’s commitment to continuous improvement...

Senior Zaybre Singletary is the final West Columbus guest on Board Brag Tag. Zaybre shares how much the supportive atmosphere at West Columbus High School means to her and why the school truly feels like family. With so many of her relatives having attended West Columbus before her, she explains that being a Viking is more than just attending the school—it’s carrying on a family tradition. Zaybre...

In the latest edition of Board Brag Tag, Board of Education members Irvin Enzor and Ronnie Strickland sit down with West Columbus High School senior Marc Johnson. Marc shares about his outstanding experience as a Viking, reflecting on the opportunities, growth, and support he has received during his time at WCHS — including his participation in Governor’s School. His story highlights the impact of...

This week’s Brag Tag takes us to West Columbus High School, where we sit down with veteran teacher Sandy Hinson. A proud graduate of WCHS, Sandy reflects on the special feeling of returning to teach at the school where she once walked the halls as a student. With years of experience following students from middle school through high school, Sandy shares her unique perspective on building meaningfu...

In this week’s CCS Board Brag Tag, board members Irvin Enzor and Ronnie Strickland sit down with Angie Benton, CCS Student Information Coordinator and West Columbus High School Data Manager. Angie shares the importance of reaching and serving every child, emphasizing that every student deserves to be seen, supported, and given the opportunity to succeed. She also discusses the power of mentoring a...

In this episode of Board Brag Tag, Board members Ronnie Strickland and Irvin Enzor sit down with West Columbus High School teacher Kaylib Holley. Kaylib shares his deep love for the traditions of West Columbus High, the importance of engaging students in meaningful ways, and his passion for helping students grow every day in his classroom. He also highlights the close-knit faculty and the supporti...

The Board Brag Tag travels to West Columbus High School, where board members Irvin Enzor and Ronnie Strickland sit down with Principal John Browning to talk about what makes WCHS special. Mr. Browning shares how a strong sense of community fuels success, why supporting teachers and students is essential to helping them thrive, and how West Columbus remains committed to carrying forward its proud t...

In this episode, we sit down with Brittany Huggins, an educator at Chadbourn Elementary School, as she shares her inspiring journey to the classroom. Brittany reflects on the path that led her into teaching, the meaningful experiences that shaped her along the way, and the support that helped her grow as an educator. She highlights the impact of working alongside Reach Associates and Central Servi...

In our third episode of School Board Brag Tag, we return to Chadbourn Elementary School to hear from fifth grader Khloe Adams. Khloe shares what it’s like to be a student at CES, talking about small-group learning, daily instruction, and the support she receives in the classroom. She also shares what makes CES a place she truly enjoys being each day. See less

Welcome to the CCS Board Brag Tag Podcast, where we celebrate the people and stories of Columbus County Schools. In this episode, we travel to Chadbourn Elementary School to spotlight the incredible work happening behind the scenes in our classrooms. Today’s guest is Ms. Brianna Robinson , REACH Associate at CES. Brianna shares insight into the essential role REACH Associates play in supporting in...

Chadbourn Elementary Principal Herman Bland shares his journey to school leadership, reflecting on the experiences that shaped his path. He discusses how he motivates and supports his staff while remaining authentic, grounded, and true to who he is as a leader.