Edwards would like her legacy to be remembered as knowledgeable, and always assisting high school students through their time at Starr’s Mill.
“It’s fun to watch [students] grow up, so I’m going to miss the student body,” Edwards said. “But also the counselors, administration, [and] everybody. We’re all one big team.”
Edwards has been a part of Fayette County for about 12 years, and she has spent six of those years at Starr’s Mill. She has a bachelor’s degree in science, a master’s degree in counseling, and a specialist’s degree in curriculum and administration.
You get further in life with sugar versus vinegar.”
— Shellie Edwards
“It’s amazing to see students walk in as freshmen and leave as seniors,” Edwards said.
After retirement, Edwards plans on relaxing and working in her garden. After a couple of years, she plans to travel with family.
Edwards hopes to spread the lesson that kindness goes a long way, both in school situations and all throughout life.
“You get further in life with sugar versus vinegar,” Edwards said. “It’s an old saying, [which means] being kind and caring goes a long way.”
Starr’s Mill gives a warm goodbye to Shellie Edwards who has served the Panther family for six years.