Shevonica M. Howell - Founder / Chief Executive Officer

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The founder and Chief Executive Officer of Academy of Scholars, Inc. has been a dedicated educator in the Northern Florida and Southern Georgia region since 1997. Ms. Howell is also an author, motivational speaker, and servant that believes all children deserve an education that they would be proud of.
 

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Ms. Howell is an Army veteran who served our country during Operation Enduring Freedom.  During Ms. Howell’s enlistment, she earned a number of medals and accolades to include an Army Commendation Medal for her dedication towards mission accomplishment.
 

Ms. Howell attended Jones College where she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree with honors in 1997 and she earned her Master's Degree in Business Administration with honors from the University of Phoenix in 2010.
 

In 2007, Ms. Howell earned the Teacher of the Year title from Matthew W. Gilbert as a result of her passion for teaching.  Ms. Howell is also the Education Chair of the Brunswick Minority Chamber of Commerce, one of Martin Luther King Elementary School’s active business partners, and is currently a business professor and the Business Department Chairperson for Jones College in Jacksonville, Florida. 
 

Ms. Howell continues to be an avid participant in her community by attending various anti-violence events as well as other events that promotes change.