Principal's Page
If you need my support, please do not hesitate to call our office between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. at (336) 357-2777 or email me at
dshamblen@davidson.k12.nc.
Educational Background:
2005 Masters in School Administration
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
1997 Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics
State University of New York (SUNY) at Geneseo
I am excited to serve Southwood Elementary and the Central Davidson feeder pattern. I started working for this wonderful school system in 1998 when I taught at Ledford Middle School in the subjects of 6th grade Math, 6th grade Science and 8th grade Math. In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I also worked as a bus driver and coach there. I have served as the assistant principal of North Davidson Middle School, Friedberg Elementary and Midway Elementary. I was named principal of Midway Elementary in 2012 serving there until I began my time at Oak Grove Middle School in 2015. I served there until I joined Tyro Middle School in 2023.
First and foremost, I am here to do everything in my power to keep your student safe. As your principal, I will partner with you and our staff to help your student have the opportunity to grow academically, socially and emotionally.
Go Stars!