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Area 5 Current Term: 2024-2028
I am a proud graduate of Belton-Honea Path High School, class of 1971. I received my Master of Education and my Educational Specialist degrees from Clemson University in 1980 and 1984, respectively. Furthering my education at Anderson College, now Anderson University, and earning my Bachelor of Music in music education at Mars Hill College, now Mars Hill University. I began my teaching career in Anderson District Two in November of 1975 at Honea Path Middle School and Wright Elementary. In the fall of 1976, I became the music teacher at Honea Path Elementary and after a few years added Wright Elementary and taught until I retired in June of 2006.
I began work at Anderson University in January of 2007 as a supervisor of student teachers, and in 2011, I was hired as an assistant professor and was the Coordinator of Field Placements, a position I held for two years. I have returned to part-time at the University, supervising and teaching a graduate class.
I was elected to the Board in 2012, representing Area 2. However, I represent all the people of our district. I attend the Belton Presbyterian Church and sing in the choir. My hobbies are traveling and working out at the gym. It is my honor to represent all the people of our district and have an open door policy as your board member. Go Bears!!!
Meet Our Board Members
Mr. Phil Ashley, Secretary
Mr. Jimmy Ouzts
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At-Large Current Term: 2022-2026
I was born and raised in Greenwood. I attended Furman University and earned a BA. Also, I earned an MEd and EdS from Clemson University. I retired from Belton-Honea Path High School after 38 years. I served as a teacher and coach for 12 years, assistant principal for 10 years, and principal for 16 years.
I'm married to Abby and I have two children and four grandchildren. Currently, I serve on the Belton Area Museum Association Board and the Anderson County Alternative School Board.
Dr. Mason Gary, Vice-Chair
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Area 2 Current Term: 2024-2028
I am a 1983 graduate of BHP. I graduated from Lander College with a BS in History with a Biology minor. I received my MEd and EdS in Administration/Supervision and PhD in Education Leadership all from Clemson University. I began my career at BHP teaching history, coaching softball and as an administrative assistant. After five years I moved to Palmetto Middle as assistant principal where I also served five years. Next, I was named principal of Palmetto High and served in that capacity for thirteen years. I then moved to Anderson Three as superintendent for four years and completed my first thirty years at Greenville County Schools where I served as deputy superintendent. I am now superintendent for Abbeville County Schools and proud to be a board member here in Anderson Two for the community that I call home.
My wife Angie and I live on our family farm with our three kids, their spouses and our three grandchildren. We attend First Baptist Church of Honea Path where I serve as deacon and Sunday School teacher.
Mr. Greg Tysl, Chair
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Area 4 Current Term: 2022-2026
Mr. Kurt Tavernier
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Area 3 Current Term: 2022-2026
My wife, Lisa and I, are the proud parents of three BHP graduates, Josh, Jared and Jacob, and have 6 grandchildren. We attend and are very active in the Honea Path First Baptist Church.
I graduated from Ohio State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and a minor in business administration. I attended Campbell University School of Law in Raleigh, North Carolina and graduated with a law degree. I have practiced law in the upstate since 1989.
I look forward to serving our students, staff and working with the rest of the Board.
Mr. Kevin Craft
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Area 1 Current Term: 2022-2026
I am Kevin T. Craft. I'm very proud to be a BHP Bear and very proud that my community voted to elect me to serve them as Anderson County School Board Trustee for District 2, Area 1. I have 27 years of business experience as the President of IMS of Belton, Inc. a General and Mechanical Contracting company specializing working for industrial companies such as Milliken, Michelin, First Quality, and many more. I graduated from Clemson University in 1992 with a BS in Business Management. I have been appointed by Anderson County Council to serve on the Anderson County Economic Development Board, and I also serve on the Belton Alliance Board, serving as the Belton Economic Committee Chairman. My wife Mandy and I have one son, Ross. I grew up attending school in Honea Path and attending Barkers Creek Baptist Church. Our family now lives in Belton and are members of Belton First Baptist Church. My hobbies are golf, fishing, hunting, reading, and snow skiing.
Mr. DuPre Keys
Area 6 Current Term: 2024-2028