Dolly Parton, a country music star, owner of many charities, and CEO of the famous Dollywood theme park, passed away on August 25, 2026, in the Cancer wing of Vanderbilt in Nashville, Tennessee. According to the family of the singer, she had passed away from a brief battle with cancer. Her death has affected many people around the world, but especially the Glasgow High School community.  

Renee Shuler, a Glasgow High School teacher, gave her insight on how she feels about Dolly Parton's passing. Saying, “It is very sad; she was a wonderful woman, and her legacy will live on.” Says Shuler “ she could have had a lot more money, and she already went out with tons, and she gave so much away.” Shuler says, My kids have received books from her imagination library. She was authentically herself.”