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Board recognizes educator retirement and Columbia names new girls coach
Summary
The board honored Deneen Matthews on her retirement and a Columbia representative announced Shanice McKinney Sims as Columbia High School's new head girls basketball coach, citing her collegiate and professional playing experience.
The board recognized Deneen Matthews for 30 years in education, including 28 years with Huntsville City Schools, and invited her to remain for photos and celebration.
Separately, a Columbia representative introduced Shanice McKinney Sims as Columbia High School’s new head girls basketball coach, citing her state-championship background, collegiate play at LSU and being drafted by the New York Liberty; the presenter framed the hire as part of a broader effort to strengthen athletics and return championships to Columbia.
Both items were presented as announcements; the board offered congratulations and no formal vote was recorded in the transcript for the hire or the retirement recognition.
