Cool School Cool Principal: Dr. Tamela Brown
For the last three years, Dr. Tamela Brown has served as principal at Learn4Life High School in North Charleston. Learn4Life is a charter high school for students who need a different option than the traditional public school setting. The school provides personalized learning, career training, and life skills.Since her time at Learn4 Life, 52 students have graduated. Learn4Life staff and students say under Dr. Brown's leadership and guidance, the school has developed a nurturing environment that supports academic success as well as personal growth.
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