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Hey y'all!! My name is Mykylie Meador! I am from a small town in Texas called Sulphur Springs. I have a brother named Montana and two adorable nieces, Monroe and Charlie. Family is most important to me. In high school, I played golf and tennis. My dad was my coach! I was also very involved in my high school. I was in stuco, key club, FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes), and FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America). I love being around friends and family as often as possible. In my free time, my favorite things to do are play pickleball, shop, and go on walks with friends!

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I've always loved being around kids, but I didn't always want to be a teacher. Both my parents are educators, and so when heading to college, I wanted to pursue a different career path and branch out in the business world. However, after my freshman year of being in the Walton College, I realized I was pursuing something that I wasn't passionate about. I've always loved being around kids, and during my freshman year, I worked at the nursery at my church and realized I was passionate and eager to serve kids! So, I switched my major to elementary education, and I am so happy I did. Additionally, this summer, I was blessed with the opportunity to work at Kanakuk Camps in Branson, Missouri, at the K-Kountry camp.

I got to be a counselor to a bunch of 10-year-old girls. It was so awesome to serve and make a difference in the lives of my campers. My time at camp made me so excited to continue my journey and to continue making a difference as a teacher.

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After graduating with an elementary education degree, my goal is to become a first-grade teacher! I either want to teach somewhere back home in Texas or in the Northwest Arkansas area. One of my core teaching values is ensuring my classroom is a place where students feel welcome and safe and eager to learn. I want each student in my class to feel comfortable and to make deep connections with each student. Being a teacher is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of my students and use it as a mission field to shine a light in my students' lives.