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Sherman named SCASA Secondary Principal of the Year

SCASA Exec. Director Dr. Quincie Moore, BHS principal Matt Sherman, and R2 Superintendent Dr. Kim Moore. | Photo: R2

BLYTHEWOOD – Blythewood High School principal Matt Sherman is the 2025 South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) Secondary Principal of the Year.

SCASA Executive Director Dr. Quincie Moore and Richland Two Superintendent Dr. Kim Moore surprised Sherman with the award on Tuesday.

Richland Two announced the award to parents via ParentSquare on Wednesday.

“Mr. Sherman’s unwavering commitment to his students and teachers shines through in everything he does,” the announcement stated. “His exceptional leadership continues to inspire and impact the entire school community.”

Before becoming principal, Sherman served as an assistant principal for seven years at schools including Round Top Elementary and Blythewood High, as well as an assistant administrator at Blythewood High.

Sherman began his career in Richland Two 18 years ago as a special education teacher at Ridge View High School, where he earned Teacher of the Year honors and chaired the special education department. His tenure includes serving as a transition specialist, during which he secured a $129,000 Competitive Employment Training Grant.

Sherman holds a Bachelor of Science in education from Presbyterian College. He completed a Master of Educational Administration at the University of South Carolina. In addition to holding certifications in elementary and secondary administration, he earned National Board Certification in 2005.