Sharon King-Hanley serves as the Assistant Principal and Freshman Academy Director at Westside High School, where she plays a pivotal role in facilitating a smooth transition for students entering high school. Her leadership within the Freshman Academy is designed to create a supportive and engaging...
Sharon King-Hanley serves as the Assistant Principal and Freshman Academy Director at Westside High School, where she plays a pivotal role in facilitating a smooth transition for students entering high school. Her leadership within the Freshman Academy is designed to create a supportive and engaging learning environment that addresses the unique challenges faced by ninth graders. By collaborating closely with Academy teachers, Sharon ensures that classroom instruction not only aligns with district and state expectations but also meets South Carolina state learning standards. This commitment to educational excellence is reflected in her proactive approach to program implementation and her ability to mentor both induction and continuing contract teachers.
In her capacity as a member of the school's leadership team, Sharon oversees all testing initiatives, including EOCEP, ACT, SAT, WIN, Pre-ACT, PSAT, Accuplacer, and AP assessments. Her expertise in assessment and evaluation is complemented by her training in ADEPT/SAFE-T, allowing her to provide constructive feedback through formal and informal observations. This dual focus on student achievement and teacher development underscores her dedication to fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the school.
Sharon's skill set encompasses a range of competencies essential for effective secondary education leadership, including brain-based teaching and learning strategies, mentoring, and best practices in teaching writing. Her high degree of initiative and ability to multitask enable her to navigate the complexities of educational administration while remaining focused on the core mission of enhancing student learning outcomes. Through her innovative leadership and unwavering commitment to educational excellence, Sharon King-Hanley is making a significant impact on the academic success and personal growth of her students at Westside High School.
