Meet Preston Clarke, Principal

I joined the CCS team on June 14, 2021. 

Experience

I began my teaching career as an AVID elective teacher at Maiden High School in August of 2006, where I taught for three years until July of 2009. From August 2009 until September 2011, I taught Social Studies at Watauga High School which is in Boone, NC. In September 2011, I transitioned to an Assistant Principal role at Watauga High School. I was named the Principal of Valle Crucis School located in Sugar Grove, NC prior to the 2014-2015 school year and remained in that position until July of 2019 when I was named Principal of Lincolnton High School. After spending two years at Lincolnton High School, I was fortunate enough to join the Catawba County School system as Principal of Bunker Hill High School on June 14, 2021.  

Education

B.S in History Secondary Education and Health Education K-12 - Appalachian State University 2006

M.A in School Administration - Western Carolina University 2014

Doctoral Candidate - East Tennessee State University 2021

Why I became an Educator

I became an educator because public education has played a tremendous role in my life. I wanted the opportunity to pay it forward and have a positive impact on students the same way that many educators had an impact on me and my life. 

Favorite place in Catawba County

My favorite place in Catawba County is Bunker Hill High School because it has become my home. 

Favorite activities

Watching Sports, attending sporting events, hanging out with family/friends, reading, and working out. 

Something unique about you

I love to BBQ

Why do you want to be a part of this community 

The Bunker Hill High School community is tight knit, compassionate, and inclusive. I consider it a privilege to be apart of this community and be the Principal at BHHS. 

 

Meet Shannon Hollar, Assistant Principal

 

Experience

This is my tenth year in education. I have experience in kindergarten, 1st, 4th, and 5th grade. I have taught all subjects. My favorite subject to teach was English and Social Studies. 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University 

Masters degree in School Administration from Gardner-Webb University

Why I became an educator

I watched my father work in education my entire life and it inspired me to go into teaching. I had two outstanding teachers in high school that encouraged me to go into education. After working in education for a few years, I started taking on more responsibilities and I quickly realized I wanted to lead in a larger capacity in administration. 

Favorite place in Catawba County

My favorite place in Catawba County is my father in law’s farm. My family and I enjoy feeding the animals and spending time together. We love being outdoors spending time together. 

Favorite Activities

I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. We love spending time at the beach.  

Something unique about me

Something that is unique to me is I love developing my own photographs and creating pottery in my free time. 

Why I want to be a part of this community

Bunker Hill community is a wonderful place to live and be a part of. This community is a special place and very tight knit. I am blessed to be a part of this community. 

 

 

Meet Holly Holleran, Assistant Principal

Joined Team CCS - March 2022

Experience
In 2008, I joined Teach For America and began my career in education.  During my years of teaching at the elementary level, I decided I wanted to make a broader impact.  I served as a curriculum and instructional specialist at the campus and district level.  Shortly thereafter, I became an Assistant Principal at a PK-8 Magnet School.  After serving in that role for four years, I transitioned to a large comprehensive high school as an Assistant Principal where I spent the previous 6 years.  In March 2022, I joined the family at Bunker Hill High School as the Dean of Students.  I am extremely excited to continue to be a part of this community. 

Education 

Bachelor in Arts (Social Work), Siena College, Albany, NY

Master in Business & Education Administration, University of St. Thomas, Houston, TX

Why I Became an Educator 
My third grade teacher inspired me to be a teacher.  She was my all-time favorite teacher!  She was fun, engaging and she cared about each of her students.  I aspire to be her every day.

Favorite Place in Catawba County
Any Bunker Hill event!  I love watching our students participate and perform in a setting that allows them to explore their interests and talents.

Favorite Activities

My favorite activity is spending time with my family.  We love hiking and camping and our occasional trip to the beach.  I also love working out and inspiring others to lead a healthy and active lifestyle.  

Something Unique About Me

I was an avid Crossfitter for 8 years.  

 

It didn't take long for me to realize that we have the most amazing and compassionate students, staff and community at Bunker Hill.  I love that the Bunker Hill community is a deeply rooted community built on tradition and culture with a focus on academic excellence and support from our community.  I am honored to be a part of the Bunker Hill family.