Sara Ellis | Fox Creek High School

In this episode of Kids First, host Keven Cohen talks with Superintendent Chris Neeley and Dr. Perry Mills of the South Carolina Public Charter School District, joined by special guest Sara Ellis, school counselor at Fox Creek High School and the 2026 SCPCSD Teacher of the Year. Sara shares how her journey from banking to school counseling led her to a fulfilling role supporting students in college and career planning. She discusses the growth of Fox Creek, the school's wide range of programs, and her passion for helping students discover their own paths to success.

The conversation also highlights Fox Creek's strong dual enrollment partnership with Piedmont Technical College, which allows students to earn college credits on campus. Sara explains how today's students are more creative and career-focused, often pursuing nontraditional routes that reflect their unique goals. Her recognition as Teacher of the Year brings well-deserved attention to the impact counselors have on student outcomes across South Carolina's charter schools.

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