JAMES ANN SHELEY

Educational leader with strong background in administration, curriculum development, and student engagement. Proven ability to foster collaborative environment that drives academic achievement and continuous improvement. Adept at adapting to evolving educational needs and ensuring that team meets high standards. Recognized for leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning.

• Milken Family Foundation National Educator
• William B. Harley Administrator of the Year
• South Carolina National Distinguished Principal
• Newberry College Hall of Master Teachers
• Newberry College Alumni Distinguished Award
• South Carolina Female Educator of the Year
• South Carolina Network of Women Administrator of the Year
• President of South Carolina Elementary Principals
• Conservation Principal of the Year
• Richland District Two Superintendent’s Leadership Award
• Richland District Two Team of the Year Award
• ADK Excellence in Education Award
• Kershaw County Principal of the Year
• Graduate SCASA Executive Leadership Academy
• Graduate Center for Creative Leadership
• Cover Story Feature Article 'Jolie Magazine'

• Recognitions including Palmetto Silver and Gold, Top 5 Most Improved in Achievement Title One School, closing the achievement gap, numerous school and teacher grants, National Blue Ribbon School, Lighthouse School, Palmetto’s Finest
• National School of Character Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• 24 Nationally Board Certified Teachers - Lake Carolina Elementary
• 3 'Teacher of the Year' Honor Roll Recipients - Richland School District Two
• Milken Award Winner - Lake Carolina Elementary Teacher
• SCASA Assistant Principal of the Year - Lake Carolina Elementary
• National Blue Ribbon - Lake Carolina Elementary
• SC State Report Card Absolute Rating Excellent - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Adequate Yearly Progress 'All Goals Met' - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Palmetto Gold Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Closing the Achievement Gap Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Highest Student Attendance in Richland School District Two
• Palmetto’s Finest Award for Lugoff Elementary, North Springs Elementary, and Lake Carolina Elementary
• Dick and Tunky Riley SIC Award Finalist - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Red Carpet Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• United Way Humanitarian Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Palmetto Silver Award - Lake Carolina Elementary
• Exemplary Writing Award - North Springs Elementary
• Redbook Magazine 'America’s Best' - Lugoff Elementary
• Led 10 Assistant Principals to Principal
• Mentored principals in Lee and Jasper County School Districts, as well as first year principals across the state

Presentations

• Unmasking Your Leadership Potential
• What Does Balance Look Like in Your Life?
• Leading with Purpose
• Know Yourself
• Building Assistant Principal Capacity
• Brutal Realities
• Leadership/Team Strengths, Resilience, Rigor
• SCASA Webinar – How to Deal with Difficult People
• Climbing the Mountain – Together
• Choosing Your Weather – Why Does it Really Matter?

CEEL Modules- SCASA

• Lead Facilitator, Data Driven Decision Making, Building Your Platform: The Power of Teaming, Key Transitions: Classroom to School Leadership, Prepping for the Role of the Superintendent, The Art of Influencing Others
• Co-facilitator, Introduction to the Role and Responsibilities of the Assistant Principal, Creating a Culture of Success, Fundamentals of Strategic Planning, So You’re a Principal, Now What?

Socratic Seminars

• Out of the Maze (Including LEGO Build)
• Culture Engine
• Broken Windows
• Shadows of the Neanderthal (Including LEGO Build)
• Outlearning the Wolves

• SCABSE
• PSTA
• South Carolina Association of School Administrators (Palmetto’s Finest Committee, Retirees’ Roundtable)
• Palmetto Unified School District School Board Member
• Gamecock Lutheran Campus Ministry Board Member
• Newberry College Board of Managers
• Newberry College Women’s League
• Newberry College Teacher Advisory Board
• Speers Street School Campaign Committee, Past Chairperson
• St. Andrews Lutheran Church (Mutual Ministry, Faith Partner, Social Ministry, Book Club)
• Small Group - Eastminster Presbyterian Church
• Brennen Elementary SIC Member - Community Member
• Richland District One Faith Partner - HB Rhame Elementary
• Charter Member of Alpha Delta Kappa
• Delta Kappa Gamma - Assisting Districts with talent development
• Mentor for Platinum CEEL participants

• Service to others
• Reading
• Cycling
• Fusion 5 - balance, strength, cardio, yoga, reflection
• High School and College Sports