Meet our McKay School Student Ambassadors!
Questions? Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with one of our ambassadors according to the major you're interested in below! Our student ambassadors all currently attend Brigham Young University and are the authors of our blog. They are all passionate about teaching and would love to talk to you more about the options available in the McKay School.
Rachel O'Malley
Elementary Education Major
I am a sophomore majoring in Elementary Education. Growing up in Lake Stevens, Washington influenced my love for the outdoors. You can find me hiking, painting, running, or eating frozen yogurt. I have loved working with children as a tutor, a coach, a counselor, and a volunteer. I hope to advocate for students who face challenges and create a classroom where students feel empowered. The impact a teacher can have on a child's life is profound, and it is this potential to make a difference that inspires me to become a teacher.
Kamora Shelton
Physical Education Teaching/Coaching
I am a sophomore studying Physical Education Teaching and Coaching. I am from all over, but I claim Georgia as home. I love to hang out with friends, play sports and create art. A few of my favorite sports are pole vault, gymnastics, ultimate frisbee and rock climbing. I want to be a PE teacher and a coach, because I love helping others learn how to stay healthy and physically active.
Lauren Davis
Early Childhood Education Major
I am a junior studying Early Childhood Education. I am from Gilbert, Arizona, and come from a family of five. I love hiking and camping and doing anything outdoors with friends. I have worked at many different daycares and preschools where I have grown a love for teaching young children. My dream is to one day have my own preschool and help my students gain independence and learn through play. I am excited to help share God’s love with His Children in my classrooms.
Dixon Gerber
Elementary Education
I am an elementary education major. I am also minoring in teaching English language learners (TELL) and music and the arts integration. I grew up in the military, but my parents live in Cheney, Washington. I love playing all sports, being outside, playing board games, music, and watching movies. My favorite sport is ultimate frisbee, and I currently play for the BYU CHI ultimate frisbee team. I also write music and plan on using music in my future classroom. I'm excited to be a teacher and make a difference in the lives of my students and their families!
Sarah Wilde
Special Education Major (Severe)
I am a sophomore majoring in Special Education with minors in TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language) and Psychology. I am from Tremonton, Utah and have five younger siblings. I love the arts, but I especially love music. I love working with kids and have interned, worked, and subbed as various roles in the classroom. I look forward to having a classroom of my own and helping my future students to find their own ways of learning and growing!
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