Terry Bailey

Terry Douglas Bailey was born, grew-up, and was educated in the coalfields of West Virginia. Some of his childhood experiences are presented in Forged by Coal. He graduated from Concord University, Athens, West Virginia and earned a masters and a doctorate from the University of Virginia. He retired after a 45-year distinguished career in public education as a teacher, librarian, supervisor, college instructor, principal, and superintendent. He was named Virginia Media Educator of the Year 1988 and Vermont Vocational Director of the Year 2003. Terry lives with his wife Ann and their dog, PT, “Prince Terry” in Greenville, South Carolina. He enjoys their seven grandchildren, ages 6 to 16 that he entertains with magic tricks. He can be reached at terrydbailey@gmail.com.