Administration

BSA Administration

Although the classroom teacher is the most visible person in your child’s life at school, it is the administrators who must provide the highest quality education for all students. We appreciate your faith in us and take our responsibilities very seriously. We acknowledge that we are ultimately responsible for our school's success. Our goal is to ensure continual success by leading teaching and learning. We facilitate the hiring, development, and retention of the best highly-qualified teachers for our students. But most importantly, we strive to develop great relationships with our students and families as we come together to build a strong school community.

Cameron Hutchins Principal		Welcome to Buford Senior Academy! I am blessed and honored to serve as the principal at BSA. My goal each day is to support the overall educational and personal growth of students, foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, and collaborate with staff, parents, and the community to ensure a high-quality educational experience. Prior to being at Buford Senior Academy, I served as a teacher and assistant principal at Buford Middle School, and assistant principal at Buford Senior Academy. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Middle Level Education from the University of Georgia, a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Georgia Southern, and a Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of North Georgia. My wife, Nicole, and I have one daughter, Piper. We love being a part of the Buford community and supporting the Wolves!
Laura Laws Assistant Principal		At Buford Senior Academy we are *One Buford, One Family. We strive for our students to be happy and successful in a safe, positive learning environment. I am excited to be a part of the BSA administrative team for my second year. I have 22 years of experience in education as a teacher in grades pre-K through 5th, and also in various support roles as a gifted coordinator, special education co-teacher, and EIP teacher. My husband, Casey, and I have been married for 24 years. He is a teacher and coach at Buford High School. Our son, James, graduated from BHS in 2021 and is currently a student at UGA. Our daughter, Caroline, graduated from BHS in 2024 and is a student at Gwinnett Tech. We enjoy spending time with our 3 labradoodles, raising chickens, and traveling. We are proud to be a part of the Buford Community and Go Wolves*!
Dr. Dusty Sidwell Assistant Principal		My name is Dusty Sidwell, and I am thrilled to join Buford Senior Academy as the new assistant principal. Previously, I have served as a special education teacher, special education coordinator, and assistant principal serving third through fifth grades. After high school, I enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, which was a transformative experience for me. During my time in the military, I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Special Education from Georgia College and State University. I continued my learning and professional growth, earning a Masters of Education, an Educational Specialist degree in Special Education, a Tier II Leadership Certificate, and a Doctorate of Education. I am dedicated to supporting our students, teachers, families, and community. I believe strongly in the power of partnership with parents to achieve the shared goal of educating all children. On a personal note, I am married to my beautiful wife Kaleigh Sidwell, who is also an educator. We are proud parents of two wonderful children, Jackson who is going into seventh grade and McKinleigh, who will be joining me at Buford Senior Academy in fourth grade. I am eager to bring my experience and passion for education to Buford Senior Academy and look forward to collaborating with all of you to support our students' success. Go Wolves!
Dr. Tiffany Thomas Assistant Principal		My name is Tiffany Thomas, and I am thrilled to join Buford Senior Academy as Assistant Principal. As a proud graduate of Buford City School System the experiences I had here have significantly impacted my life, shaping my values and approach to education. With over 14 years of experience in education, I have worked in Dekalb County School District, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Buford City School System, holding various roles including classroom teaching, curriculum development, and school administration. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Sociology from Georgia State University, a Master’s in the Art of Teaching from Brenau University, an Education Specialist degree in Reading from Nova Southeastern University, and a Doctorate in Elementary Education from Brenau University. Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family. I believe that a strong support system is integral to my professional success and personal well-being. I have one son, Carter, a third grader who will be joining me at Buford Senior Academy this year. Carter and I are huge Disney World enthusiasts and try to go as much as possible. We also love spending our nights and weekends at the ball field. I am excited to contribute to the continued success and growth of Buford Senior Academy and the Buford community, and I look forward to building meaningful relationships with students, staff, and parents. 💚💛🤍 Go Wolves!!