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South Hill Elementary principal outlines SHARK behavior model and classroom initiatives

Mecklenburg County Public Schools School Board ยท October 28, 2025

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Summary

South Hill (Savino) Elementary principal Lauren Thompson presented school strategies: a SHARK matrix (Safe, Hardworking, Accountable, Respectful, Kind), hands-on classroom activities, attendance recognition and community partnerships.

Principal Lauren Thompson presented highlights from South Hill (Savino) Elementary, focusing on school culture and daily instructional practices.

Thompson described the SHARK matrix (Safe, Hardworking, Accountable, Respectful, Kind), safety patrols and regular drills, targeted small-group instruction in reading and math, monthly attendance recognition with community partner involvement, and programs that promote kindness and student recognition. She said student engineering projects, math basketball, flashlight reading events and lunch-buddy volunteers are part of regular programming to engage students and families.

Board members responded with praise and asked about assistant principals and staff; Thompson introduced assistant principals Kimberly Ritchie and John Martin. No board action was required for the presentation.