Harriet Davis
Principal
Denmark-Olar Middle School
Harriett Davis – Educator | Instructional Leader | Equity Advocate
With over two decades of dedicated service in education, Harriett Davis has cultivated a dynamic career focused on academic excellence, instructional leadership, and student-centered growth. Her journey spans roles as a middle and high school English teacher, reading and literacy coach, curriculum resource specialist, and assistant principal of instruction—each position reflecting her unwavering commitment to empowering students and educators.
Harriett is a proud native of the community, with a deep, vested interest in seeing students succeed and thrive. She currently resides in Orangeburg, South Carolina, where she continues to invest her time and talent in shaping the future of education.
She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Claflin University, a Master’s degree in Supervision and Leadership from Lesley University, and an Educational Specialist degree from North Central University. These academic achievements have laid the foundation for her collaborative leadership style and her passion for designing impactful curriculum and fostering equitable learning environments.
Known for her ability to inspire both students and staff, Harriett believes deeply in the transformative power of education. Her personal motto—“Education is an asset that yields the biggest gains over one’s lifespan, and I’m forever grateful to build and shape our future through education.”—guides every initiative she leads and every relationship she builds.
Whether mentoring new teachers, implementing schoolwide literacy programs, or leading instructional teams, Harriett remains a steadfast advocate for academic success, lifelong learning, and purposeful leadership.
You may contact Mrs Davis at the following email address