Administration

Jason Osborne, Principal

Principal Jason Osborne spent 15+ years of his career in education as an elementary classroom teacher, STEM lab teacher, instructional coach, TAP master teacher, and International Baccalaureate curriculum coordinator.  He was the Assistant Principal at Lady's Island Elementary School from 2015-2022 and served as Interim Principal during the 2022-2023 school year. His educational interests are growing and developing teachers professionally and the approaches to learning necessary for students to be inquirers instead of passive learners.  He is a member of the International Baccalaureate Educator Network, providing professional learning opportunities and collaborative support to IB World Schools across the nation whenever school is not in session.  In his free time he can be found with a toolbelt working on flipping a house, at the gym keeping healthy, or high in the sky in the right seat of an airplane.  He holds a B.A. in Elementary Education and M.A.T. in Middle Grades Education from Clemson University and M.Ed in Educational Leadership from Grand Canyon University.

Jason Osborne can be reached by email or phone: 843-322-2276.

 

Kelly Goudy - Assistant Principal

Lady's Island Elementary School is excited to introduce Mrs. Kelly Goudy as the new Assistant Principal. With 19 years of rich and diverse experience in the field of education, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep commitment to fostering a nurturing and effective learning environment. Over the past three years, she has honed her leadership skills as an Assistant Principal, preparing her to serve the amazing Osprey family.

Her educational journey began with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, followed by a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, both from the University of South Florida. Her academic background is complemented by several specialized endorsements, including ESOL, Read to Succeed, and Gifted and Talented.

Mrs. Goudy is enthusiastic about joining a school community renowned for its commitment to excellence, arts and leadership. She believes wholeheartedly in the transformative power of the 7 Habits, a philosophy that aligns perfectly with her approach to education. As a qualified 7 Habits Trainer, she is excited to integrate these principles into the daily practices at Lady's Island Elementary, helping students develop leadership skills, resilience, and a proactive mindset through Leader in Me.

As Assistant Principal, she is dedicated to serving the parents, students, staff, and broader community with passion and commitment. She is focused on fostering an inclusive, supportive, and academically stimulating environment where every student can thrive. She looks forward to collaborating with everyone to build upon the strong foundation already in place, ensuring that every Osprey soars to their highest potential.

Mrs. Goudy is eager to get to know each member of the community and work together towards an exciting and successful school year!

Mrs. Kelly Goudy can be reached by email at Kelly.goudy@beaufort.k12.sc.us or by phone at 843.322.2255.