Principal
Dr. Rhonda Gregory
Rhonda brings over two decades of educational leadership experience to GTCHS, spanning a career that includes classroom teaching, school administration, and district-level innovation. She has served as an assistant principal, a director of virtual learning, secondary curriculum, testing, and public relations, and was named South Carolina’s Assistant Principal of the Year by SCASA in 2018. Rhonda holds a B.A. in Secondary English Education from Anderson University, a Master’s and Ed.S. in School Leadership from Furman University, and an Ed.D. in Curriculum and Assessment from Southern Wesleyan University.
At her core, Rhonda is a relationship builder and a relentless advocate for student success. She believes in the power of collaboration and works daily to ensure every student at GTCHS is known, supported, and challenged. Her leadership is rooted in the belief that students, teachers, and parents are better together, and she’s passionate about designing systems that empower all three.
Outside of school, Rhonda enjoys weekends at the lake with her husband Mark and dog “Major Wiggles!” They are proud parents of three daughters and a son-in-law. With their youngest a junior in college, they are well on their way to an empty nest.
Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction
Mr. Drew Ray
Mr. Drew Ray brings more than a decade of high school teaching experience and a diverse professional background to his role as Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction at GTCHS. Before moving into school leadership, he spent over 12 years in the classroom teaching mathematics, computer programming, game design, and business courses, helping students connect abstract concepts to real-world applications.
Drew holds a B.S. from Appalachian State University, an MBA from The Citadel, and a Master’s in Education Administration from the University of South Carolina. His career path has been shaped by a wide range of experiences, from working as a bank manager and loan officer to consulting in energy conservation. He returned to education in 2019 with a renewed commitment to shaping meaningful learning experiences and supporting instructional growth across disciplines.
Outside of school, Drew enjoys the outdoors, whether it’s camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, or kayaking. He lives in Anderson with his wife and their two children, a son and a daughter in high school.
Assistant Principal of Student Services
Mrs. Elinor Lister
With more than two decades in the classroom and a reputation for energizing both teachers and students, Elinor Lister brings heart and vision to her role as Assistant Principal of Student Services. A National Board Certified Teacher and former district Teacher of the Year, Elinor spent 21 years teaching middle and high school English before moving into instructional coaching and leadership.
Driven by a passion for student well-being and a deep belief in the power of positive relationships, Elinor sees her role as both advocate and ally. She works daily to create a school environment where students feel heard, supported, and equipped to grow academically, emotionally, and socially.
Elinor lives in Greenville with her husband Sean, who works for GE Healthcare. They have three children, from middle school to college, and a family calendar that’s always full, just the way she likes it.