Administrators

I am honored to serve as the principal of a school I once attended. Born and raised in Camden, I am a proud graduate of Camden High School. I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from the College of Charleston, a Master’s degree in Instructional Accommodations from Francis Marion University, and a Master’s degree in Education Administration and Supervision from Southern Wesleyan University. This is my 18th year in education. My experiences include teaching kindergarten through third grade, serving as an assistant principal, and now entering my 5th year as principal of Pine Tree Hill Elementary. I truly love and enjoy every second of it!

My greatest joy is being a wife to a fellow educator and a mother to four wonderful children, two of whom are proud PTH Bullpups!

Thank you for taking the time to explore our website and learn more about our school. Here, you will find helpful information that gives you a sense of who we are as a school community. We take pride in being a Leader in Me School, cultivating a culture of leadership and excellence for ALL. We believe in meeting every student where they are and supporting their growth academically, socially, and emotionally so they can reach their fullest potential.

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Degrees and Certifications:

• B.A. in Early Childhood Education, College of Charleston
• M.Ed. in Instructional Accommodations, Francis Marion University
• M.Ed. in Education and Supervision, Southern Wesleyan University

Heather Jackson is a veteran educator with 17 years of experience, who began her KCSD journey in 2016 as a third grade teacher at Bethune Elementary, where she was named Teacher of the Year in 2019. She also served in a district role as a Technology and Instructional Specialist before transitioning to an interventionist at Mt. Pisgah Elementary. In 2021, she joined Pine Tree Hill Elementary as the MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) Coordinator, where she currently serves. Before coming to KCSD, Jackson taught third and fifth grades in Richland County School District Two and Lee County School District.

“I'm honored to be stepping into the role of Assistant Principal at Pine Tree Hill Elementary. I've truly enjoyed being a part of the Bullpup family, and I look forward to continuing to support our amazing students, dedicated staff, and wonderful families in this new role,” says Jackson.

Jackson received a Bachelor of Arts degree in elementary education from Columbia College, a Master of Education in Teacher Leadership from Southern Wesleyan University, a Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling from the University of West Alabama, and a certification in administration and leadership from Gardner Webb University.

Jackson completed the district’s Developing Administrators Program (DAP) in 2019. She has served as a school-level Title 1 Coordinator and Crate manager and Adept 4.0 Evaluator.