Betty Riddle, 1959
Betty Riddle
Betty Riddle, a 1959 graduate of Clover High School, left the halls of Clover High to become a distinguished educator, an advocate for students, and a community friend to all. During her time at Clover High, Miss Riddle enjoyed playing basketball, serving as co-captain of the team and lettering all four years. In addition to her love of basketball, Miss Riddle was also part of the Clover High School marching band. She was a member of clubs such as the Bi-Sci-Chem club, the Latin, French, and Spanish clubs and the Library club. Miss Riddle was a superior student honored by the National Honor Society and serving as a Junior Marshal. During her senior year, Miss Riddle served as the senior class vice president and was recognized as Miss Hi Miss.
Upon graduation from Clover High, Miss Riddle attended Winthrop College where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 1963 and her Master of Arts in Teaching in 1966. Miss Riddle began her career with Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools as a physical education teacher in 1963 and was later principal of a number of Charlotte Mecklenburg schools. She retired in 1997 after holding a number of positions in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School's Superintendent's office. In 1999, Winthrop University awarded Miss Riddle its Award of Excellence, noting that she was "one of the first to champion the need for middle school education.
In spite of her time in Charlotte, Miss Riddle never forgot her love for her hometown. On Wednesday nights, she could be found serving at God's kitchen. Miss Riddle even began a Good Samaritan program at her home town church, Bethel Presbyterian. In addition, she organized a committee to "cater to seniors" with special events, outings and other activities.
It was her hometown of Clover, though, where many remember her as a vibrant and hard-working superintendent giving and expecting the best in return. When Clover School District needed a superintendent, Betty Riddle answered the call, serving her beloved community from 1999 until 2003. During her tenure, Miss Riddle oversaw the opening of Crowders Creek Elementary School and the Applied Technology Center. The Clover Schools Alumni Association is proud to highlight Betty Riddle.
