Upstate superintendent announces retirement
SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA) – An Upstate superintendent announced Tuesday evening his plans to retire at the end of the 2024-2025 school year.
Officials with the Spartanburg County School District Two said over the past seven years, Superintendent Lance Radford has led the district and served students across the Upstate for 36 years.
“My time as superintendent has been among the most rewarding experiences of my career,” Radford said.
“It has been an honor and a privilege to serve alongside ‘Difference Makers’ like our talented teachers, support staff, school & district leaders, supportive families and, most importantly, our incredible students.”
The Chair of the Board stated that Radford’s proactive approach has attracted families nationwide and has contributed to Spartanburg District Two becoming the largest district in the county and ranking among the top 10 school districts in South Carolina.
Radford’s retirement will be effective June 30, 2025.
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