Mr. Casey Rogers
Email: crogers@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

North Augusta families,

It is truly an honor to serve North Augusta High School as Principal. As a product of North Augusta schools, it has always been a dream to work in the area that has meant so much to me personally. My wife and I live right here in North Augusta with our three girls who also attend Aiken County Schools. As your Principal, I am committed to motivating, educating, and inspiring the next generation to make a positive impact on the world.

After graduating from North Augusta High School I attended USC-Aiken and graduated with a B.A. in Secondary Education with a concentration in Social Studies. My first teaching job took me to Darlington, SC where I taught at Darlington Middle School and later at Darlington High School. I then took a teaching position at Langley-Bath-Clearwater (LBC) Middle School. At LBC I started as a teacher, moved to Assistant Principal, and then became the Principal. One of the achievements I am most proud of during my time as Principal at LBC Middle School was attaining the second 'Good' rating on the South Carolina State School Report Card in the history of LBC Middle School. I then transition to the role of Principal at Paul Knox Middle School where we achieved a score of 'Excellent' for the first time on the South Carolina State School Report Card. 

I could not be more proud to be the Principal at North Augusta High School and I am looking forward to working together to help our students grow and achieve their goals. If there is anything I can do for you please e-mail me here or you can call the main office at (803)442-6100. The best is yet to come!

Mr. Casey Crane
Email: tcrane@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

Mr. Casey Crane began his career in education in 2000 and has served as a Special Education Teacher, a Read 180 instructor, Learning Strategies instructor, and Aiken iNNOVATE educator. Originally from West Virginia, Mr. Crane, his wife, and two daughters moved to Aiken County in 2019. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, a Master’s degree in Athletic Coaching Education, and a Multi-Categorical Special Education Certificate, all from West Virginia University. He also holds Principal, Curriculum Instructor, and Superintendent certifications from Salem International University. He is now serving his second term as Assistant Principal at North Augusta High School.

Mr. David Harris
Email: dharris@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

Mr. Harris joined the administrative team after having served as a computer science and information technology instructor at North Augusta High for thirteen years. He is a proud graduate of North Augusta High and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Management from Augusta University as well as a Master of Arts degree in Executive Leadership and Supervision from Gardner Webb University. He and his Wife have two amazing daughters and enjoy spending time at Jekyll Island and being in or near the ocean. Mr. Harris will serve 12th grade students, oversee weekend SAT administration, PSAT administration, ACT administration, and student parking.

Mrs. Emily Pursley
Email: eharvey@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

Mrs. Pursley is in her 20th year of education here at NAHS.  She is a North Augusta local and is excited to be joining the Yellow Jacket team as the 9th grade assistant principal.  Mrs. Pursley earned her undergraduate degree from Augusta State University in Music Education going on to teach at Kennedy Middle and North Augusta Middle.  She received her Master’s in Education from Southern Wesleyan and her Education Specialist from Cambridge University.  She moved into the role of assistant principal at LBC Middle before taking on her role at NAHS.  Mrs. Pursley has 4 children and is a Gigi to one grandson.  She is looking forward to an amazing year with amazing people!  Go Jackets!!

Mr. Richard Jackson
Email: rjackson@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

Mr. Richard Jackson has recently joined the administrative team after having served as a Special Education teacher for 12 years in Aiken County Schools.  He is a proud graduate of North Augusta High and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Master of Arts in Education Management, and Master of Arts in Administration and Supervision.  He and his wife have two children and enjoy spending time at Disney World.  Mr. Jackson serves 10th grade students, handles bus discipline and oversees content recovery. Mr. Jackson continues to look forward to serving and supporting students here at North Augusta High School.  GO JACKETS!

Dr. Perry Smith, Sr.
Email: psmith2@acpsd.net
Phone: 803-442-6100

Dr. Smith has 19 years in education.  He spent 10 years in the classroom as a special education teacher and 9 years in administration.  He has received the following degrees: Associate in Arts, Spartanburg Methodist College; Bachelor of Science, South Carolina State University; Master of Education, Southern Wesleyan University; Master of Education, Cambridge College; Specialist in Educational Administration, Cambridge College; Leadership Add-on certification, Augusta University and an earned Doctorate of Divinity from Deus Divinity School.  Mr. Smith serves 11th grade students.

Dr. Smith is a Senior Pastor and has a genuine heart for people and to influence the lives of all youth.  He is a product of Aiken County Public Schools and currently resides in Aiken County. He is the husband of Stephanie Smith and the father of three wonderful children Perry Jr., Peris and P’erra Smith.

Dr. Melissa Drew
email: mreynolds@acpsd.net
phone: 803-442-6100

Dr. Melissa Drew is beginning her 14th year in education this year. She is transitioning to a new role as the Instructional/Academic Success Coach position at North Augusta High School. Dr. Drew was born in Pomaria, SC and graduated from Mid-Carolina High School in 2007. She received a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from Lander University in 2011and a Master's degree in Math Education from Converse College in 2013. Dr. Drew completed her Doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction from USC in 2018.

Throughout the years, Dr. Drew has taught a variety of math courses, including Algebra, Pre-Calculus Honors and AP Calculus. Prior to her current role, she served as a teacher and math department chair at North Augusta High School.  She is a strong believer that all people should strive to be life-long learners. Her goal is to help teachers provide a student-centered education for all that enables students to be ready for both college and a career.

Dr. Drew resides in North Augusta with her husband and children. She enjoys reading, being outside and traveling. One of her families favorite activities is to take afternoon rides around their family land.