Dale Metzger named interim principal of Garrett Academy

Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Dale Metzger as interim principal of Garrett Academy of Technology. Metzger has served as the school’s assistant principal for the past four years.

“Coach” Metzger joined the Garrett Academy staff in 2014 as the assistant principal and worked with grades nine through 11. Metzger is a native of Charleston and earned his undergraduate degree from the College of Charleston and his master’s degree from The Citadel. He enjoys serving the North Charleston community in his role with the school and can be heard on Friday nights in the fall as “The Voice of Falcon Football,” announcing the Garrett’s home football games.

Metzger is often joined by his wife Teresa and future Falcons, Bannon, Brody and Dalton – who are also avid fans of Falcon Athletics. Metzger continues to be a supporter of high school athletics, and in his spare time, serves as a South Carolina High School League Softball and Wrestling Official.

About the Charleston County School District

Charleston County School District (CCSD) is the second largest school system in South Carolina representing a unique blend of urban, suburban, and rural schools that span 1,000 square miles along the coast. CCSD serves more than 50,000 students in 86 schools and specialized programs. With approximately 6,100 employees districtwide, CCSD is the fourth largest employer in the region.

CCSD offers a diverse, expanding portfolio of options and specialized programs, delivered through neighborhood, charter, magnet, IB (international baccalaureate), and Montessori schools, and is divided into three Learning Communities. Options include specialized programs in science, engineering and mathematics; liberal arts; music and other creative and performing arts; career and technical preparation programs; and military and other public service enterprises.