Dean Long is from Columbia, South Carolina. She graduated from The College of Charleston with a Bachelors of Arts in History with a minor in Secondary Education.  She also holds a Masters of Education and a Masters of Education in educational supervision and administration from Southern Wesleyan University. Previously Ms.Long worked as the 6-12 Social Studies Specialist for Richland School District Two and was a Social Studies Teacher at Irmo High School in Lexington School District Five. When not at school Dean Long enjoys Gamecock football, concerts, and spending time with her family.