By Mike McCombs
The Island News
Carla Shelton is out as principal of Beaufort High School, though it is unclear whose decision it was. It has not been made public whether Shelton, in her first year at the school, resigned, was terminated, or left as a result of a mutual agreement.
Beaufort County School District spokesperson Candace Bruder said, “The district is unable to comment on personnel matters.”
Beaufort High School sent a communication to parents Monday.
“We are writing to let you know that Assistant Principal Dr. Sonji Leach will be serving as interim principal effective immediately,” the communication read. “District personnel will also be providing additional support to ensure BHS staff and students are able to finish out the school year strong.
“Although we understand that absences such as this can create questions amongst students and parents, the district is unable to comment on personnel matters.
“We greatly appreciate your support during this transition.”
Shelton, previously Principal of Greenbrier High School in Evans, Ga., replaced the retiring Charity Summers in June of 2022. She leaves with roughly a month remaining in the school year.
According to the Beaufort County School District’s release upon her hiring, “Shelton has 25-plus years in education with a track record of improving instructional practices and raising student achievement. She has served as a special education teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, and principal at both the middle and high school levels.
“Shelton holds an educational specialist degree in Educational Leadership and Supervision from Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee, as well as a Master’s degree in School Counseling from Augusta (Ga.) State University.”
Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
