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SCECA President Brandy Wix
Brandy Wix is the SCECA President. She was the 2025 Conference Chair. She has been a member of SCECA since 2009. She has served as secretary, treasurer and vice president in District 4. She also served as treasurer, Parliamentarian and Pre-Registration Chair on the State Level. She has been in education for over 25 years. She holds an associate degree in Human Services, a BS in Elementary Education and a MA in Reading. Currently she is teaching first grade at Joanna Woodson Elementary in Laurens 56. Brandy has been married for over 20 years and has three children: Kamden (18) a freshman at Spartanburg Methodist, Karsen (15) a 10th grader and Griffin (13) an 8th grade All of her children are involved in sports and in church activities. They love to cheer for their children and the Carolina Gamecocks, visit the mountains of Tennessee and watch NHRA and NASCAR racing. "Every day is a new learning experience for children. Help them embrace their learning by leading and showing them how to utilize all the information they have learned into everyday life skills and practices." |
Past PresidentAngie Scott
Dr. Angelia Scott has been an educator for over 35 years. She has been a member of SCECA for several years and has previously served as District 1 Secretary, Vice President, and President. She has served on the Executive Board as the SCECA State Secretary, Vice President, President-elect and SCECA Conference Chair. Presently, she is the SCECA President. she works in Berkeley County as an Assistant Principal and Head Start Site Supervisor. She has worked not only as a classroom teacher but also as a Title I Facilitator, Assistant Principal and Head Start Supervisor for the Berkeley County School District. She holds a B.S. degree in Elementary Education from Baruch College, M.Ed. in Early Childhood from College of Charleston, M.Ed. in Elementary School Administration from The Citadel, and Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Scott retired from the Berkeley County School District this summer is is taking courses in Theological Studies to sharpen her biblical knowledge, to discipline herself in studying the Scriptures and as an elder to be a better, relatable witness for Jesus. Dr. Scott, also known as Angie, is an ordained Elder and an Intercessor. Her ministry work included being the Children Church Pastor, Sunday School Teacher of the Ministers’ Class, Adjutant, Bible College Instructor, Prison Outreach Ministry, Church Announcer, and Choir Director. Dr. Scott continues to support the educational growth of all children. | President-elect and the 2026 Conference ChairAshley Riddle |
Vice PresidentMary Williams | SecretaryBrittany Dorroh
Brittany Dorroh is a native of Greenwood, SC and currently lives in Prosperity, SC with her husband, son, and daughter. They have two dogs, Nala and Moose, a bearded dragon, and lots of chickens. She is a Lower Montessori teacher at H. E. Corley Magnet School in Lexington Richland 5 School District. Brittany previously worked in Newberry County School District as a Primary Montessori teacher for 4 years and Saluda School District as a 1st grade teacher and Pre-K SPED teacher for 5 years. Brittany has served in public education for 13 years holding a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree in Primary Montessori Education. She also holds a certification in Pre-K SPED, Gifted and Talented, and Elementary Montessori Education. Prior to becoming the SCECA's state board secretary, she served as treasurer and vice president of District 4, both one term. In her spare time, Brittany loves to go camping with her family, read a good book, sew, and cheer on the Clemson Tigers! | ParliamentarianDavida Price Davida Caldwell Price is a native of South Carolina and currently resides in Chapin, SC. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with the following degrees: Bachelors of Arts In Interdisciplinary Studies, Masters of Education in Educational Administration and Leadership and an Educational Specialist in Educational Leadership and Supervision. She started her career in education as an elementary school teacher in Richland Two. She began her administrative career in Richland Two and continued in Lexington Richland School District Five as a school administrator and is now at the district level serving as the Coordinator of Youth and Family Services. She works with families and their children birth to five to provide resources and opportunities to get them ready for school. She has served in many roles in SCECA from Vice President to Past President. She currently chairs the Outreach Commission. She serves as a board member on Richland County First Steps, a member of the Early Childhood Common Agenda group, a member of the Strengthening the Early Care Workforce Action Team and others. She has recently started a mission to volunteer at the local children’s hospital delivering books and toys to children twice a month. Her passion is serving others and especially families and children who are in need of support and resources to help get their children ready for school. One of her favorite quotes is by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He said “ Life’s persistent and most urgent question is, “What are you doing for others?” ose who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) |
Member-at-Large 2nd Year Sandra Heyward Sandra is a mother of three children and grandmother of 18. She holds Master’s of Science, and Master’s of Arts degrees, in Early Childhood Education. She has worked with Head Start for over 26 years, including Regional Head Start, and East Coast Migrant Head Start Project as the Early Childhood Education Disabilities Specialist. She serves her community as member of health ministries, class leader, Vacation Bible School Director, and Board of Directors board liaison for Greater Goodwill CDC at my Greater Goodwill AME Church. She is an officer of Order of the Eastern Stars, a CDA PDS Specialist, SC Endeavors certified trainer, and CPR/First Aid instructor. She serves as the SCAEYC accreditation board member. The quote which has inspired her is one her late husband, Ernest N. Heyward Sr., would say to her to encourage her career journey. “Education is one thing no one can take away from you.” B.B. King | Member-at-Large 1st Year
Erica Crisco
Erica Crisco is the Executive Director of two thriving Early Learning Academies in Rock Hill, SC. A proud graduate of York Technical College and South Carolina State University, Erica's passion for education and early childhood development is matched only by her love for mentoring and helping others reach their full potential. Known for her infectious positive energy, she thrives on challenges, especially when someone tells her something can't be done. Erica sees obstacles as opportunities to defy the odds, inspiring those around her with both her actions and words. She often shares the quote, "The only limits that exist are the ones you place on yourself," embodying her belief in limitless possibilities. "One of the best investments we can make into a child's life is high-quality early education" Barack Obama | SECA RepresentativeVaudrien Ray
Vaudrien holds an EdS Degree in School Psychology and is the owner/director of Ruby’s Academy Preschool and Child Care.Vaudrien has been an early childhood educator for over 20 years. Vaudrien has held office on the District and State levels of SCECA. She is now serving for a second term as the South Carolina Representative to the SECA Board. "My goals as an early childhood advocate are to stress the importance of early childhood education, promote best practices among educators, and work closely with parents as their child's first teacher." |
Chief Financial Officer Stephanie Barton
Stephanie retired from being a 4K teacher at Clearwater Elementary School in the Aiken County Public School District in June, 2023.She holds a Master's Degree in Educational Technology, a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, and has completed Reading Recovery training through Clemson University. She has served as President of District 6 and as the State Treasurer. She was selected to become the Chief Financial Officer for SCECA and began her duties on September 1, 2023. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” (Eleanor Roosevelt) | Meeting PlannerJudy Whitesell | Executive DirectorDona Pitts
Dona Pitts has been selected as the next Executive Director for SCECA. She resides in Prosperity, SC with her husband Russell. They have 4 children. Dona earned her B.S. in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Newberry College. For many years, Dona was a Pre-K teacher at Pomaria-Garmany Elementary School. After 28 years of service, she retired from the School District of Newberry County. Dona has served as District 4 President, Communication Commission Chairperson, Vice President, President-elect, Conference Chairperson, President, Past President and a member of several Conference Planning Committees. “You can't go back and change the beginning but you can start where you are and change the ending.”-C.S.Lewis
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