Mrs. Emily Hyatt

I am excited to continue serving as the Assistant Principal at Independence Elementary for the 2025–2026 school year. This marks my 9th year in education and my 9th year as part of the Independence community.

I began my journey at Independence as a 5th grade teacher, later served as the Dean of Student Leadership, and am honored to begin my second year as Assistant Principal. These roles have allowed me to grow alongside our staff and students while deepening my commitment to the culture and values that make our school special.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Lander University and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of South Carolina. My leadership work has focused heavily on supporting the MTSS process and strengthening our Leader in Me framework to ensure every student has the opportunity to lead and succeed.

I look forward to the year ahead and to working together to make it a great one for our students, staff, and families!