SCECA President

Ashley Riddle

Ashley Riddle has been working in early childhood for over 14 years. She holds an ECD credential from Tri-County Technical College, and is the Director at Clemson Creative Preschool in Clemson, SC. She has  served as Presidentand Treasurer of District 5 and Secretary, Vice President, Parliamentarian on the SCECA Board. Ashley has served as the SC Endeavors Liaison for the Conference Planning Committee for the last few years. Ashley resides in Six Mile with her husband, Dean, and their four children: Austin, Amber, Braxton and Sylas. In her free time you can find her soaking up the sun on Lake Keowee, cooking up a new recipe she found online, lost in a good book, or off on an adventure.

"If a child can’t learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn.”

Past President

Brandy Wix

Brandy Wix is the SCECA  President. She was the 2025 Conference Chair. She has been a member of SCECA since 2009. She has served as secretary, treasurer and vice president in District 4. She also served as treasurer, Parliamentarian and Pre-Registration Chair on the State Level.   She has been in education for over  25 years. She holds an associate degree in Human Services, a BS in Elementary Education and a MA in Reading.  Currently she is teaching first grade at Joanna Woodson Elementary in Laurens 56. Brandy has been married for over 20 years and has three children: Kamden (18)  a freshman at Spartanburg Methodist, Karsen (15)  a 10th grader and Griffin (13) an 8th grade  All of her children are involved in sports and in church activities. They love to cheer for their children and the Carolina Gamecocks, visit the mountains of Tennessee and watch NHRA and NASCAR racing. 

"Every day is a new learning experience for children. Help them embrace their learning by leading and showing them how to utilize all the information they have learned into everyday life skills and practices."

           President-elect and the             2027 Conference Chair

Dr. Mary Williams

Dr. Mary Williams is a native of Orangeburg, SC. She is currently employed in Orangeburg County School District as the Assistant Principal at Dover Elementary School in North, SC and she is an Adjunct Professor at Claflin University and Florence Darlington Technical College. Dr. Williams has 23 years in the education profession. She is the Past President and Treasurer of SCECA District 7. She is a mother to two beautiful daughters and the NeeNee to one amazing granddaughter. Life has taught Mary that “A dream deferred isn’t a dream denied.”

Mary’s favorite mottos are: “The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is a little extra.” and     “With God ALL Things Are Possible.”

Vice President

Erica Crisco 

Erica Crisco is the Executive Director of two thriving Early Learning Academies in Rock Hill, SC. A proud graduate of York Technical College and South Carolina State University, Erica's passion for education and early childhood development is matched only by her love for mentoring and helping others reach their full potential. Known for her infectious positive energy, she thrives on challenges, especially when someone tells her something can't be done. Erica sees obstacles as opportunities to defy the odds, inspiring those around her with both her actions and words.

She often shares the quote, "The only limits that exist are the ones you place on yourself," embodying her belief in limitless possibilities.

"One of the best investments we can make into a child's life is high-quality early education" Barack Obama

Secretary

Brittany Dorroh

Brittany Dorroh is a native of Greenwood, SC and currently lives in Prosperity, SC with her husband, son, and daughter. They have two dogs, Nala and Moose, a bearded dragon, and lots of chickens. She is a Lower Montessori teacher at H. E. Corley Magnet School in Lexington Richland 5 School District. Brittany previously worked in Newberry County School District as a Primary Montessori teacher for 4 years and Saluda School District as a 1st grade teacher and Pre-K SPED teacher for 5 years. Brittany has served in public education for 13 years holding a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Master's Degree in Primary Montessori Education. She also holds a certification in Pre-K SPED, Gifted and Talented, and Elementary Montessori Education. Prior to becoming the SCECA's state board secretary, she served as treasurer and vice president of District 4, both one term. In her spare time, Brittany loves to go camping with her family, read a good book, sew, and cheer on the Clemson Tigers! 

Parliamentarian

Tammy Taylor

Dr. Tammy Taylor is a Nationally Board-Certified Early Childhood Generalist - and an elementary school principal.  A native of Chester County (South Carolina), Dr. Taylor is proud to serve families and students in Chester!  She's the very proud principal of Great Falls Elementary School - where she has served faithfully for the past eight years.  Dr. Taylor is married to Pastor Keith Taylor and has LOTS of nieces and nephews - all of whom she absolutely adores!  She's also a devoted daughter, sister, and friend.  Dr. Taylor is co-founder and owner of Create and Educate, LLC. an International Educational Consulting company.  Her passion and commitment to excellence for all students - especially our youngest learners - makes her the tremendously impactful administrator - and successful leader she is.  

 One of Dr. Taylor's most favorite quotes is:  Children are the world's most valuable resources and its best hope for the future.  ~ John F. Kennedy

Member-at-Large 1st Year

Thomas Compton

Thomas Compton started in early childhood in 2015 as an afterschool teacher at Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center in Landrum, SC. In 2017, he  was promoted to the position of Center Director. Thomas has a passion for leading a high quality early childhood development center. Thomas is married and a father.  He continues the family tradition as the Regional Director of Miss Tammy's Little Learning Center and has just purchased another center in the area.

SECA Representative

Vaudrien Ray

Vaudrien holds an EdS Degree in School Psychology and is the owner/director of Ruby’s Academy Preschool and Child Care.Vaudrien has been an early childhood  educator for over 20 years. Vaudrien has held office on the District and State levels of SCECA. She is now serving for a second term as the South Carolina Representative to the SECA Board.

"My goals as an early childhood advocate are to stress the importance of early childhood education, promote best practices among educators, and work closely with parents as their child's first teacher."