Britni Hartis

Britni Hartis

Dean of High School & College Counselor

Education

  • University of South Carolina – B.S. in Business Administration

  • University of South Carolina – M.P.A., Masters in Public Administration

  • Converse College – Master of Arts in Teaching +30 Hours in Special Education & Elementary Education

Journey to Sandhills

“I love that we provide a one-of-a-kind environment where dyslexic students can get the intervention they need and not miss out on all of the fun stuff.”

As both the Director of Marketing and Director of Athletics & Activities, Dana gets a front-row seat to what makes Sandhills so special. Whether it’s a breakthrough in the classroom or a big moment on the field, she sees how students are supported in every part of their experience. “Students and families come to Sandhills so frustrated, and I love to watch everything turn around—not just for the kiddo, but for the whole family. It’s a transformative place—like nowhere else I’ve worked before.” For Dana, sharing those stories is the most rewarding part of her job.

Favorite School Tradition

  • Merging Traffic Ceremony: Britni’s favorite tradition is the Merging Traffic Ceremony. It’s a moment for underclassmen to share the impact seniors have had on them and for seniors to feel affirmed and ready for what’s next. “It gives our seniors confidence as they move forward.”

Teaching Style & Student Impact

Britni’s favorite lessons include the psychology unit on learning—especially when students use what they’ve learned to apply behavior strategies to real-life situations. She also loves teaching rhetorical appeals in composition through memorable movie speeches. Her approach is grounded in relationship-building and hands-on learning, inspired by her mom, a former teacher. “She taught me that it’s about the relationships you build with students that make the most impact.”

Campus Involvement

In addition to her administrative and counseling roles, Britni sponsors Student Council and coaches both the middle school and varsity volleyball teams. In 2024, she was named SCISA 1A Coach of the Year, a recognition of her dedication and success on and off the court.