• Renaissance Academy has many services available during the school day to all students and their families. In certain instances, these services may be required for you and your student. The Student Services Team is comprised of the guidance counselor, the mental health counselor, the school nurse, the Intensive Support System instructor, and the Resource teacher. We work together as a team to meet the needs of every student. Here's how we do that:

Phone: 864-260-4888, ext. 105

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Degrees and Certifications:

M.Ed. School Counselor, Liberty University M.A. Elementary Teacher Ed., University of Phoenix

Ms. Kristen Bryan

Ms. Kristen Bryan is our Guidance Counselor, and she is available to assist the parent/custodian as well as the student. She works with students to discuss school programs, course choices, career choices and exploration, group or social problems, personal problems, and problems related to school.  She will work closely with the mental health counselor, Boot Camp instructors, nurse, and resource teacher to provide counseling and/or intervention. Ms. Bryan also facilitates transitions from the home school to Renaissance Academy, from suspension back to class, from Renaissance Academy back to the home school, etc. There will be times when it will be necessary for Mrs. Bryan to meet with the parent/custodian and the student. 

Phone: 864-260-4888, ext. 113

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Degrees and Certifications:

R.N., Cleveland State University B.S., Lander University M.Ed., Concordia University

Ms. Carol Tamaklo

Ms Carol Tamaklo is our school nurse, and she is available to assist students with health needs. Ms. Tamaklo conducts health seminars in classrooms, maintains immunization records, distributes health information, administers medications to specific students, and conducts health screenings. Ms. Tamaklo is diligent in planning and implementing positive health activities for all students and staff members.

Phone: 864-260-4888, ext. 138

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Degrees and Certifications:

U.S. Army, 13 Bravo/71 Limo

Mr. Rodney McCullough

Sgt. McCullough is our Intensive Support Systems instructor. The program includes character education, drill instruction, and physical fitness activities. The ISS program focuses on teaching students to persevere, endure, and interact with others that are in an authoritative role through a structured environment. The ISS program encourages academic compliance as a means of assisting students in creating a new beginning and respect for education. Sgt. McCullough stresses to all students that self control and education will take them far in life.

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Phone: 864-260-4888, ext. 130

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Degrees and Certifications:

B.S.P.T., University of Findlay M.Ed., Bowling Green University

Mr. Cooke

Mr. Cooke is a passionate teacher who cares for every student, from any background, and any circumstance.  Mr. Cooke's goal is for parents and students to have a successful year, as a team, and by working together.