Mr. Packett comes to Stratford High from being Principal of RISE Academy in Dorchester District 2. He is no stranger to BCSD or Stratford High.

In 2007, Packett joined BCSD as a social studies teacher at Stratford High. After devoting eight years of service in the classroom, he went on to serve SHS as the Academy Coach and Graduation Specialist. In December of 2016, Packett was selected as the first assistant principal and athletic director at Philip Simmons High School, where he had the unique opportunity to work alongside design and construction teams to develop, implement and lead the athletic program and to grow a new school community.

From 2019 to 2023, Packett served Dorchester District 2 as an assistant principal at Fort Dorchester High and Summerville High. In July 2023, Packett was named Principal of RISE Academy, an alternative education program in Dorchester District 2.

Mr. Kohler has been at Stratford as an Assistant Principal for the last seven years and is in his 16th year in education. Previously, he taught at Goose Creek High School, Baptist Hill High School and in Washington D.C..

He received his bachelor's degree in Mathematics from The University of Delaware, and a master's degree in Secondary Administration from Hood College.

Mr. Kohler enjoys golfing and spending his time with his daughters Camille and Cora, and wife Jenna.

Email: Kohlerk@bcsdschools.net

Patrick Withers has been an assistant principal at Stratford High School since the 2019-2020 school year. Prior to this, Mr. Withers served as a National Board Certified science teacher for 12 years and Academy Coach for 2 years at Stratford High School. 

He has earned a bachelor’s degree in microbiology from Clemson University, a master of arts in teaching from the Citadel, and a master’s in secondary administration from Charleston Southern University. Mr. Withers believes in promoting educational leadership through effective communication, building relationships, providing support, and remaining accountable.  He also enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children.

Email: withersp@bcsdschools.net

Dr. Mathis Burnette has been at Stratford since 2017.  Before becoming the Assistant Principal of Athletics, he served as an assistant principal and English teacher and football coach at Stratford High.  Dr. Burnette is a graduate of Newberry College and has been in education since 2007.  His previous schools include Ridgeland High School, Lakewood High School and Colleton County High School.  

Email: burnettem@bcsdschools.net

Originally from Pittsburgh, PA, Robert has been in education since 2007. He has experience in all grade levels from Pre-K through high school and has benefited from every age group that he has taught. Mr. Benvin believes that building rapport with students and staff not only makes an environment culturally advanced, but it allows education to be taken to a higher level. By building these relationships with others, people not only enhance students to become college and career ready, but educators are able to teach them life-lessons that happen outside of the school building.

The golden rule of treating others how you want to be treated, regardless of the history that one has experienced in the past, is how Mr. Benvin carries himself in the hallways. His philosophy is "Compassionate Accountability" as he looks forward to learning about others while making sure that he and others are held accountable for the job that needs to be done at that time.

Email: benvinr@bcsdschools.net

Kelli Farless has worked her entire career in Berkeley County!  She started teaching at Stratford High in 1998.  She has served the communities of Hanahan, Cane Bay and Berkeley. Ms. Farless has 2 kids of her own who she loves traveling and making memories with. Ms. Farless starts every day with a walk.  She loves to read in her free time. Ms. Farless believes that strong channels of communication help to work through most any situation.

Email: farlessk@bcsdschools.net

Mr. Snyder is entering his sixth year as an Assistant Principal, but this is his 18th year in education. He started his career in 2007 teaching middle school ELA in Charleston County. In 2015, he transitioned to Berkeley County to teach English at Cane Bay High School. In 2017, he was selected at the BCSD District Teacher of the Year, and in 2018, he became a Top 5 Finalist for the SC Teacher of the Year. 

 Mr. Snyder received his undergraduate degree from Concord University, and he received his graduate degree in Secondary Educational Leadership from the Citadel. 

 He believes that quality teachers and relationships are the cornerstones for success when it comes to education. He is committed to a service leadership mentality and wants to see every student graduate with the opportunity for success in life. He loves camping and hiking with his wife and three children. 

Email: snydern@bcsdschools.net