District Five administrator takes new role as principal of Seven Oaks Elementary School

IRMO, SC – Veteran Lexington-Richland School District Five administrator Harriet Wilson will take on a new role at the start of the 2014-2015 school year as principal of Seven Oaks Elementary School. She replaces long-serving principal Ann Copelan who is retiring this school year.

“I look forward to my new role at Seven Oaks Elementary School and all the students, parents and staff I will have an opportunity to foster new relationships with,” Wilson said. “Ms. Copelan is a friend, and we wish her the best in her retirement. I hope to carry on the strong legacy she has left at the new media magnet school.”

Wilson currently serves as principal of Chapin Elementary School, where she served for eight years. Under her leadership, Chapin Elementary has consistently excelled, receiving top ratings and accolades.  District officials expect a deep pool of qualified candidates for the position at Chapin Elementary School, and anticipate filling the position quickly.

District Five Superintendent Dr. Stephen Hefner said, “Ms. Copelan leaves a long legacy of excellence at Seven Oaks Elementary that we know Ms. Wilson will continue. We look forward to the continued success of both Seven Oaks Elementary and Chapin Elementary and wish Ms. Copelan a long, happy retirement.”