Administration
Administration
Dr. Hugh Scott - Principal
Dr. Scott is in his 9th year as principal at SNHS. Dr. Scott has over 18 years of experience in education, with one year as Principal at Tar River Academy and four years as Assistant Principal of Southern Nash High School. Dr. Scott completed his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from East Carolina University and the Project I4 program. He earned his Master's in School Administration from North Carolina State University. As an administrator at Southern Nash High School, he witnessed over 3000 graduates cross the stage at Southern Nash High School. While in Nash County Public Schools, he served as a teacher, curriculum coach, and professional development coordinator for the district before moving into an administrative role. Dr. Scott was recognized as the Nash County Public Schools Principal of the Year in the 2020-21 and 2023-2024 school years.
"I am grateful to serve as principal of Southern Nash High and lead a staff of amazing, dedicated educators. I strive to take our school to the next level to continue a long tradition of excellence. All of our students have the potential to be GREAT, and it takes everyone involved in the child's life to help make them successful! Our students must embrace their experiences, respond appropriately to challenges, and learn their academic content and valuable character traits to be competitive in this growing global society! I look forward to working with our students and empowering them to realize their full potential!"
We strive for our Firebird Family to Love Southern and Live ALL IN and show Firebird P-R-I-D-E!
Mrs. Kimberly Cone - Assistant Principal
Mrs. Cone has 17 years of experience in education, with one year at Tar River Academy as Assistant Principal and three years at SNMS. She is a Nash County resident, born and raised. She attended Bailey Elementary, Southern Nash Middle School, and Southern Nash High School. Mrs. Cone has a Bachelor's degree in Elementary and Special Education and a Master's in School Administration, both from Grand Canyon University. Throughout her career, she has been a Teacher Assistant, an ID Moderate teacher, a Resource Teacher, and Extended Content Standards teacher, and is now, the proud Assistant Principal of Southern Nash High School.
"I truly believe that all students are capable of learning and should be taught to the same high standards of achievement. I am proud to be part of the Firebird family!"
Mrs. Aretha DeLoatch - Assistant Principal
Mrs. DeLoatch has been an educator in Nash County for over ten years. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education (K-6) in 2012 and her Master's Degree in School Administration in 2019 from East Carolina University. Mrs. DeLoatch taught Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade at Red Oak Elementary. She also served as the assistant basketball coach for Southern Nash High's Varsity Girls' Basketball Team from 2009 to 2015 and the junior varsity head coach for the Nash Central High Volleyball Team from 2016 to 2017.
Mrs. DeLoatch believes that this administrative opportunity will help her to lead and be a positive asset to the school. She is passionate about helping students accomplish their academic and social goals by supporting their needs and building genuine relationships with them. Mrs. DeLoatch is very excited about continuing her administrative career at Southern Nash High School and looks forward to working with the students, staff members, and families in the community.
Mr. Elbert Maynard- Assistant Principal
Mr. Maynard grew up in Michigan (Go Blue!) and then attended Marshall University for 3 years before transferring to Fayetteville State University and earning a degree in English Education. He taught English, AP English and Journalism at Douglas Byrd High School in Fayetteville, NC, and then returned to Fayetteville State University to obtain a Master's degree in English. He taught English at Mattamuskeet Early College High School in Swan Quarter and West Craven High School in Vanceboro before being accepted into the Principal Fellow's program through East Carolina University, where he received his Master's degree in School Administration and Curriculum and Instruction. He then joined Nash County by working as an assistant principal at Rocky Mount High School in 2016 and served there for 6 years before becoming principal of Nash Everywhere Digital Academy. After two years at NEDA, Mr. Maynard has come to Southern Nash High to join the Firebird family!