Growing up on the South Side of San Antonio, Coach Quevette Terrell learned firsthand the power of having people who believe in you. Adopted alongside her twin brother by Joyce and T.J. Terrell, she was raised in a home where faith, education, service, and hard work were not just encouraged — they were lived every day.
Our Story
A legacy of faith, service, and possibility.
The Terrell Leadership Collective™ was inspired by a family legacy of faith, service, education, leadership, and opportunity.
Founder & Executive Director
Coach Quevette Terrell
A physical education and health teacher of more than 20 years, Coach Terrell built the Terrell Leadership Collective around a simple belief: every young person deserves encouragement, opportunity, and someone who believes in their potential.
Educator
Coach
Founder
Teacher of the Year 2015
Chapter 01 · The Roots
Rooted on the South Side of San Antonio
Chapter 02 · A Mother's Legacy
A Mother Who Believed in Every Child
As a NICU nurse, Joyce Terrell dedicated her life to caring for others and helping children reach their full potential. She believed in the power of education, encouraged curiosity and lifelong learning, and created opportunities for her children to dream bigger than their circumstances. Her love for learning would later inspire R.I.T. SQUAD™ and the educational foundation of TLC.
Chapter 03 · The First Door
Education That Opened Doors
Education played a transformative role in the Terrell family’s journey. As the first in the family to pursue higher education, Quevette’s sister helped pave the way and showed what was possible through college. Her example opened doors and created opportunities that changed the family’s trajectory and inspired future generations to dream bigger.
Chapter 04 · Full Circle
The University of Texas at Austin
As a young girl, Coach Terrell often visited The University of Texas at Austin with her sister, who attended the university. Her sister’s journey inspired her to dream bigger, and those campus visits planted the seeds for a lifelong passion for helping young people see the possibilities of higher education. Today, that inspiration has come full circle as she leads students on college visits and campus tours, helping them experience firsthand the opportunities available to them.
Chapter 05 · Service & Sacrifice
Service, Leadership, and Sacrifice
Both of Quevette’s brothers answered the call to serve in the United States military, demonstrating leadership, sacrifice, discipline, and commitment to something greater than themselves. Their example reinforced the values of responsibility, perseverance, and service that continue to influence TLC today — and inspired the creation of I.O.G. SQUAD™ (Igniting Our Greatness™).
Chapter 06 · 20+ Years Coaching
20+ Years in Physical Education
As a physical education and health teacher for more than 20 years, Coach Terrell has witnessed firsthand the connection between physical wellness, confidence, leadership, and personal growth. Those experiences inspired F.I.T. SQUAD™ (Fitness In Training™), helping students develop healthy habits, build confidence, and discover the power of perseverance.
Chapter 07 · The Collective
From a Single Vision to a Collective
Inspired by these experiences, Coach Terrell created L.I.T. SQUAD B.U.I.L.D.S.™ (Leaders in Training™), the foundation of the Terrell Leadership Collective. Over time, that vision expanded into additional programs focused on literacy, fitness, greatness, and future opportunities — including N.C.I. SQUAD™ (Next Chapter Impact™).
The Movement Continues
Building Leaders. Inspiring Change.
Opening Doors. Expanding Possibilities. Inspiring Futures.