History

On April 21, 1969, some residents of  Marlboro and Scotland Counties met in Bennettsville to discuss forming an independent school that could serve the educational needs of children living in these and surrounding areas.  As a result, Marlboro Academy was chartered, opening on September 4, 1969, with 240 students in grades 1 -12.  Today, the Academy enrolls approximately 285 students in grades prekindergarten-12.

Accreditation

Marlboro Academy is accredited by the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA).  

Board of Directors

As the governing body of Marlboro Academy, the Board of Directors is responsible for establising the strategic direction of the school and planning for its future. Board members come from a broad range of backgrounds, but they share in committment and dedication to the school.

Mrs. Elizabeth Cooley, President

Dr. Fred Mabry, Vice-president

Mr. Wayne Freeman, Jr., Treasurer

Mrs. Cindy Stone, Secretary

Mr. Tim Barnett

Mr. Billy Covington

Mr. Tommy Dixon

Mr. Jamie Grant

Mr. Boyd McLaurin

Mr. John Powers

Mr. Richard Rogers

Our Staff

Marlboro Academy teachers and administrators bring a rich and diverse combination of backgrounds and abilities.  Each instructor strives to bring quality learning experiences to every student.

Gary Dwyer, Head of School

Linda Altman, Librarian

Emmie Beck, Kindergarten

Susan Blackmon, Pre-kindergarten Assistant

Mary Boan, Grade 1

Kris Fowler, English and History

Virginia Fowler, Kindergarten Assistant

May Hamilton, Math

Marlowe Harrington, Pre-kindergarten

Cal Humbert, Science

Martha Hyduke, Art

Atley Jackson, Science

Denise Jones, Spanish, Yearbook

Kathy Jones, Music & Computer

Regina Lackey, Administrative Assistant

Debby Leslie, Math

Steve Litchford, English

Stacey Newton, College Placement and Finance

Bertha Parnell, Receptionist

Gary Shapiro, History

Carol Stanton, English, Science

Alice Williams, 2nd Grade

Debby Williams, 3rd Grade