Administrative Assistant

• Constanza Gibson, 703-446 -1603

About Dr. Khoshaba

Dr. Khoshaba enters his 28th year in public education and his third year as Principal at South County High School. Prior to becoming a high school principal, his administrative experience found Dr. Khoshaba serving as a middle school principal, as well as an assistant principal at both middle and high school levels.  His educational career also includes work as a school psychologist, special education teacher, and wrestling coach.

Dr. Khoshaba is excited to work this year under the school’s theme, “Stand Strong.” His collaborative leadership style supports this message of working in teams to accomplish goals and solve issues of concern. 

Though he was born and raised in Virginia, Dr. Khoshaba is proud of his Iraqi heritage and believes spending time with family is one of the true blessings in life.  Some of his favorite hobbies include figuring out a challenging Sodoku board, traveling and making a great cup of coffee. He’s also a huge Star Wars fan.

Administrative Assistant

• Kathleen Winston, 703-446 -1700

Areas of Responsibility

• Administrator for students with last names (A-Dh), Supervisor for  CTE,  Supervisor for English, Supervisor for Library, Class Administrator for Class of 2025

About Ms. Beskenis

Ms. Beskenis is excited to join the administrative team at South County High School, supporting the Math, CTE, and Fine Arts departments. She spent the majority of her career as an English teacher at McLean High School before transitioning to an assistant principal at Oakton High School in 2021.
Ms. Beskenis is originally from Hampton, Virginia and earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia. She earned her Master of Teaching and certification in Administration and Supervision from UVA as well. When she’s not at school, Ms. Beskenis enjoys hiking, cooking, and traveling with her husband and son.

Ms. Beskenis’s passion for centering and empowering student voice has been a primary driver throughout her career, and she is thrilled to bring that passion to the South County family as the newest assistant principal. 

Administrative Assistant

• Kathleen Winston, 703-446 -1700

Areas of Responsibility

• Administrator for students with last names (Di-K), Supervisor for Math,  Supervisor for Performing Arts, Supervisor for World Languages, Class Administrator for Class of 2026

About Mr. Hazard

Mr. Hazard is excited to begin his 29th year in education as the new Assistant Principal at South County High School serving students with the last names Di - K. Before joining South County, he served as the MTSS Coordinator and System of Support Advisor at Robinson Secondary School, where he helped develop strategies to support all students. He also spent many years as a Health and Physical Education teacher and the Head Wrestling Coach at Robinson, where his teams achieved numerous accolades, including seven VHSL State Championships.

With a strong foundation in educational leadership and community engagement, Mr. Hazard is eager to make a positive impact at South County High School, inspiring both students and staff to reach their fullest potential. He holds both his undergraduate and master’s degrees in education from George Mason University, where he also wrestled for the Patriots. In his free time, Mr. Hazard enjoys traveling and cooking with his family, listening to live music, and serving as a public address announcer and TV broadcaster for various sports.

Administrative Assistant

• Jana Morse Jackson, 703-446-1800

Areas of Responsibility

• Administrator for students with last names (L-Raj), Supervisor for Science, Supervisor for Social Studies, Class Administrator for the Class of 2027

About Mr. Caven

Mr. Caven is excited to be in his 9^th year at South County High School as an Assistant Principal.  He began his career as a 7^th grade Science teacher at Hayfield Secondary School before becoming an Assistant Principal at Mark Twain Middle School.  He made the jump to high school administration as an Assistant Principal at Fairfax High School before returning home to the Lorton community. 

Mr. Caven is from Portland, Maine and graduated from the University of Virginia in 2001.  He earned a Masters degree in Education from James Madison University before beginning his FCPS career, which now spans over 22 years.  In Mr. Caven’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, running, hiking, biking, and spending time on the ocean.

Administrative Assistant

• Jana Morse Jackson, 703-446-1800

Areas of Responsibility

• Administrator for students with last names (Rak - Z), Supervisor for Exceptional Education and Supervisor for Instructional Assistants PHAs, PHTAs, and the Multilingual Learners Department. Class Administrator for the Class of 2024

About Ms. Tolan

Ms. Tolan is looking forward to working at South County High School supporting the exceptional education department. Ms. Tolan began her career in special education at Fairfax High School, and has served in a variety of student-focused roles for the past 11 years.

Ms. Tolan is a native of Northern Virginia. She received her undergraduate degree from The University of South Carolina, and then returned to Northern Virginia for her master’s programs at George Mason University. Ms. Tolan wants to encourage all students to continue to grow in their academic, social, and mental health capabilities through strength based education.

Ms. Tolan loves Gamecock Football, Capitals Hockey, and supporting students in their extracurricular endeavors at South County High School.

Administrative Assistant

• Krystal Brooks, 703-446-1630

Areas of Responsibility

• Supervisor for School Counselors, Supervisor for Student Service Support, Student Services Office Operations, Attendance, Clinic

About Ms. Garrison

Ms. Garrison is excited to start her sixth year as the Director of Student Services at South County High School.  She began her career in FCPS as an Elementary Teacher at Cherry Run Elementary School in 1993.  While teaching at Bonnie Brae Elementary, she began to pursue her Masters in School Counseling at George Mason University.  She obtained her first school counseling job at South County when they opened as a Secondary School in 2005.  Ms. Garrison was named the Director of Student Services at South County High School during the 2017-2018 school year. 

Ms. Garrison is a Coast Guard brat whose greatest joy is spending time with her parents and her three grown sons. She aspires to carry the mace at a South County graduation!

Administrative Assistant

• Mary deKanter, 703-446-1675

Areas of Responsibility

• Supervisor of Athletics, Club, and Activity Programs, Supervisor for Health & Physical Education, Supervisor for Performing Arts, Supervisor for Custodians, Supervisor for Engineer/Supplemental, Facilities and Field Management, Athletic Boosters, Student Leadership

About Mr. Wooten

Mr. Wooten is entering his 16^th year in education and his 6^th year as a Director of Student Activities. Last year, Mr. Wooten joined the Stallion family after spending 1 year as the Director of Student Activities at Meridian High School in Falls Church and 3 years as the Director of Student Activities at Woodbury High School in Woodbury, Minnesota.

Prior to his assignment as Director of Student Activities, Mr. Wooten served as the System of Support Advisor at Hayfield Secondary School for three years. Before Hayfield, he served as a Health & Physical Education teacher and Head Football Coach at South Lakes High School.

Mr. Wooten is a native of Reston, VA where he graduated from South Lakes High School before earning a football scholarship to Howard University. Mr. Wooten is excited to begin his second year with the South County Community.

Areas of Responsibility:

• Advisory/Stallion Time, Mentoring, Stallions for Success Program, In and Out of School Suspension Support

About Mr. Mims

Mr. Mims is in his 4^th school year at South County High School as the Systems of Support Advisor (SOSA). He began his career as a Social Studies teacher in Tallahassee, FL. Mr. Mims has teaching and leadership experiences from West Potomac High School and Annandale High School.

Mr. Mims is from Prince Georges County, Maryland. He graduated from Daytona State College and Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University. He earned a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Florida A&M University. In Mr. Mims’ spare time, he enjoys spending time with his mentees, jet-setting, playing tennis, cycling, and hiking. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Areas of Responsibility

• Supervisor for Security, Crisis Plan, Fire, Bus, and Tornado Drills, Student Parking

About Ms. Omohundro

Ms. Omohundro is beyond thrilled to start her 13th year in FCPS as the instructional coach at South County HS. The warmth and vibrancy of this community are truly inspiring, and she’s excited to contribute to the growth and success of both educators and students alike.

Her journey in education began with her 3rd grade classroom and then transitioned into a special education role after nine years. Her experiences in both settings taught her the profound impact that tailored teaching approaches and inclusive environments can have on every student's journey. Now, as your instructional coach, Ms. Omohundro’s goal is to work together with teachers to explore innovative strategies, share valuable resources, and create a collaborative space for professional growth. I am dedicated to supporting our teachers as they inspire and guide the brilliant minds of South County.

About Mr. Gildea

Mr. Gildea begins his first year as Dean of Students at South County High School. He brings 15 years of experience in FCPS, including teaching Math, Health and PE, serving as Assistant DSA, and coaching basketball. 

Originally from Pennsylvania, Mr. Gildea graduated from Penn State in 2009 and received his Masters in School Leadership from George Mason in 2017. He enjoys time with his wife and 3 boys, trying new foods, and doing activities outdoors. He's ready to bring his experience and passion to his new role at South County and help all students succeed.