On Monday, May 23 the Marshall Academy Family held a reception at the Kate Freeman Clark Art Gallery honoring Elizabeth Butler. Many friends, former students, current students, and fellow teachers dropped by to spend time with Mrs. Butler and wish her well in her retirement.
The serving table was beautiful. Flowers donated by Betty Burch and Irene Strickland. Food prepared by Diane Greer. 
Current students Pre-School – 11th Grade, which were taught by Mrs. Butler, decorated this canvas with their finger prints.
Coach Noel Akins attended the reception. Coach Akins worked at MA when Mrs. Butler began teaching in 1972. 
Rilynn Allison, current student of Mrs. Butler, signs the guest tablet.
Mrs. Butler, Coach Akins, and Coach Donahoe visit during the reception. 
Checking out the 1972 MA Yearbook.
Mrs. Butler with Mr. Bobby Joe Mitchell
Three generations of Students – Debra Tomlinson, Starlit Tomlinson, Jill McAlexander, and Luci Tomlinson
The 1972 Yearbook picture of Mrs. Butler
Two generations of students – Eliza Cavender, Esme Cavender, and Stephanie Cavender 
Like Father / Like Son – Jacob and Greg Shaw both were taught by Mrs. Butler