Principal

Mrs. Shirley Chapman

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I am a native South Carolinian, having spent the majority of my life in Greenville.  I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, and a Master’s Degree in Administration and Supervision from Clemson University.  

I began my teaching career at Berea High School during the volunteer integration era.   I subsequently taught at two middle schools- Lakeview and Monaview.    I later served in the capacity of assistant principal at Hillcrest Middle, Greenville Middle and Buena Vista Elementary Schools.    In 1988, I was appointed principal of Simpsonville Elementary School where I enjoyed eleven year tenure.  In 1999, I was named principal at Hughes Academy where I remained for five years.   In May 2004, I was appointed principal of another wonderful school, Robert E. Cashion Elementary School.

I believe that children should to be educated in a positive environment where all stakeholders are working together as a team to ensure success for every child.  My philosophy has been summarized in the slogan “Positive + Teamwork = Success” in every school in which I have been associated.   I also believe that we, as educators, must continue to learn in order to better meet the needs of the students we now serve.

Beyond school life, I am dedicated to my husband, two adult children, and two precious grandsons, Cameron and Christian.   

I enjoy reading, painting, solving crossword puzzles, and traveling.