The Osborne High School community is coming together to honor the legacy of Terry Watson, a beloved school social worker whose dedication to students spanned over 30 years. Former school social worker Penny Warren is leading the charge in establishing the Terry Watson Scholarship Fund, ensuring that his passion for student success continues to impact lives for generations to come.

Terry Watson was more than an educator—he was a beacon of hope for countless students. As the founder of the Osborne Prevention Task Force, he built bridges between the school and the community, fostering partnerships that provided critical resources to local youth. His innovative approach to mental health services, unwavering advocacy, and compassionate mentorship helped numerous students navigate life's challenges and reach graduation.

“Terry became concerned one day at school about an absent student and rushed to their home in the ‘nick of time’ to save that student from a life-altering event,” Warren recalls. “The word ‘save’ is a good description of him, in that he saved so many from despair, from being dropouts, from feeling unworthy, from not having a purpose or direction. Terry was the ultimate social worker in the Cobb County school system, and I’m honored to have patterned my own work after his style.”

Tragically, Terry Watson lost his life in an act of ultimate selflessness—saving his family from harm. Even in his final moments, he embodied the spirit of service that defined his career and his character.

To commemorate his profound impact, the Terry Watson Scholarship Fund has been established at Osborne High School. The fund will provide financial support to students in need, ensuring that Terry’s legacy of compassion and empowerment lives on.

Community members are invited to contribute to the scholarship fund, helping to sustain the life-changing work that Terry championed. Donations will directly support Osborne students, giving them the opportunity to pursue higher education and brighter futures—just as Terry would have wanted.

For those who knew and loved Terry Watson, this scholarship is more than financial aid; it is a tribute to a man who dedicated his life to uplifting others. By coming together to support this initiative, we can honor his memory and continue his mission of making the world a better place, one student at a time.