Terry Hart McLelland

After RHS, I attended Texas Tech, got married to Bill McLelland, graduated, and had two sons before leaving Lubbock. We ended up in Mineral Well, Tx where Bill founded a branch of the American Boys Club. I was talked into trying my hand as teaching which I said I would never do and never looked at another occupation. This was a little unusual since my degree was in advertising art. Because of this calling I have ended up with three Masters and I didn't even like school when I was in high school. I have taught several different subjects, been a GED teacher, Home Bound teacher, Vice Principal at the junior high and high school level, principal of a private school for students in recovery of substance abuse, Dean of Students for a district and taught at Tarleton State University. There is not one day I would change.
Bill and I divorced in 1995 and I was fortunate to meet a man that could corral my strong personality. His name is Jim Stephens and we have been together for 17 years. We built a business together of remodeling houses while we both held down full time jobs. Now we are both retired and live in Parker county with 2 horses, 1 donkey, 3 dogs and 5 chickens and feel very blessed. I spend a great deal of time following my grandchildren around while they play sports all over the country and love every minute of it. I also do volunteer work for Tarrant County Emergency Services.
Well life continues to bless me. I have moved closer to my youngest son in Aledo and because of COVID,Jim and I decided to go our separate ways. It was my decision since I did not want a disease to dictate how I spent my remaining days. I now have a travel trailer that I hook up and take off where the wind blows me and enjoy every second. I also still volunteer working for the Center of Hope in Weatherford.Tx.
The latest picture added is my whole family. Bill and I are good friends and still holds a place in family gatherings. Like I said, I am so blessed.

My strongest memory is of Ms Gayden. I thought at the time she was the strictest teacher I had ever met. I took role for her during my period and she constantly stayed on my butt. Thank you Ms Gayden wherever you are. Not only was English a breeze in college, I used her style when I taught English. I know she would have flipped if she knew I taught.
I also have to add I loved Ms Foote. She had to be the sweetest and most caring teacher I had the pleasure of knowing.