Meet Our McKay School Student Ambassadors!

Schedule a virtual or in-person appointment with one of our ambassadors below! Our student ambassadors currently attend Brigham Young University and are the authors of our blog. They are students who are passionate about teaching and would love to talk to you about the options available at the McKay School.

Valery Abila

Elementary Education Major

I am a junior majoring in Elementary Education and minoring in TESOL K-12. I am from Georgia; I love music, spending time with family and friends, and road trips! Growing up, my teachers were some of my biggest role models who I looked up to as some of the most influential people in my life. They taught me to love learning and to love going to school. I want to be that person for my future students and pass the love of learning to them as well.

Anna Glenn

Special Education Major

I am a junior majoring in Special Education with an emphasis in mild/moderate disabilities. My minor is TESOL K-12. Some of my hobbies include baking, eating, sports, naps, and deep conversations. I absolutely love learning and I want to help others love it too. After working with individuals of differing abilities in high school, I realized I love special education and thought I’d give it a try. I’ve been hooked ever since my first CPSE class. I look forward to helping students with disabilities learn to break through the barriers of an ableist world. 

Lauren Myers

Early Childhood Education Major

I am a sophomore majoring in Early Childhood Education and minoring in TESOL K–12. I am a first generation college student from Navarre, Florida. I love traveling, spending time with my family, and anything outdoors! I want to be a teacher because when I think about the people who have made a great impact in my life, I think of teachers. I want to be an advocate for younger children who are often unable to have a voice.

Stefania Amado

Elementary Education Major

I am a senior majoring in Elementary Education with a TESOL minor. I am originally from Guatemala, but I was raised in Houston, Texas. I am proud of being from both places! I love watching movies, cooking, going out with my friends, dancing at parties, finding new music for my playlists, spending time with my family, and animals! I want to become a teacher because I want to bring blessings to the lives of others. I believe teachers have the most impact on the coming generations and I want to use teaching to steer children towards a more positive future. I have a passion for helping people see their potential. As a teacher, I hope I can help children believe in themselves!