Mrs. Shelley Shillcutt was born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee. She attended Wesleyan College where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education. She received her Master of Science in Post Secondary Education from Troy University and her Specialist in Education from Columbus State University. As a part of the Houston County School District, she has served as a second grade teacher, third grade teacher, fifth grade teacher, literacy coach, and EIP reading teacher. In 2018, she was selected as the Assistant Principal of Instruction at Kings Chapel Elementary School.
She is married to Steven Shillcutt, and together they have five children. Mrs. Shillcutt is excited to serve the KCES community.
Kalesia McKnight, Assistant Principal of Instruction
Mrs. Kalesia McKnight grew up in Lanett, Alabama. She attended Troy University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. She received her Master's degree in School Counseling and her Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. This is Mrs. McKnight’s 9th year in education. She has taught kindergarten, first, and second grade. She has spent her last few years in education as a School Counselor. This year, Mrs. McKnight will serve as our new Assistant Principal of Instruction.
Mrs. McKnight is married to Jon McKnight, and together they have three children. She enjoys traveling, shopping, watching college football (WAR EAGLE!) and spending time with her family. Mrs. McKnight is excited to start her new role. She is committed to creating a nurturing environment that promotes student achievement in and outside of the classroom.
Mrs. Robin Mills, Assistant Principal of Discipline
Mrs. Mills joined the Chapel family in 2025. Before Kings Chapel, she served as Assistant Principal of Discipline at Centerville Elementary and Quail Run Elementary. Prior to administration, she was a teacher for 15 years and was a top 10 finalist for Teacher of the Year in 2021.
She is a proud graduate of Brewton Parker College in Mt. Vernon, Georgia and Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She has a bachelor's degree in sociology, a master's degree in reading literacy, and an educational specialist degree in teaching and learning. Mrs. Mills also has endorsements in gifted, science and STEM. She has a son, Braylin who attends Houston County High School.
Mrs. Mills is excited to work with all families to help children learn and grow.
