Courtney Rae Kindell
Hometown: Auburn, WA
Date of Birth: April 27, 1992
Education: Evergreen State-Tacoma: Seeking BA in Liberal Arts, emphasis in Education & Administration; Green River Community College: Associate of Arts earned in 2011 with 3.6+ GPA; Auburn High School: Diploma earned in 2010 with 3.6+ GPA
Platform Issue: The Treehouse Mission: Giving Foster Kids a Childhood and a Future
Scholastic/Career Ambition: Earn an education that will challenge me academically and personally to best prepare me for an administrative career in public education
Talent: Vocal Performance – “Part of Your World” from Disney’s the Little Mermaid
Scholastic Honors: Graduated AA degree with honors; Recipient of Auburn Assoc. of Principals and Auburn HS Booster Club Scholarships; “Distinguished” Senior Culminating Project; Obama’s Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement; WIAA Distinguished Scholastic Award (2008-2010); Certificate of Recognition for 3.85 GPA
Leadership Roles: Rep. of GSU- Official student body of Evergreen; Teachers of Tomorrow Club Public Relations (2010-2011); Family Camp Counselor (2008-2011); Sunday School Teacher and Helper (2003-2010); Future Teachers of America Club Secretary (2008-2009); Troy Crew Leader (2008-2009); Volleyball Team Captain (2007)
Accomplishments: Crowned Auburn High School Prom Queen (2010); Contributed over 1,000 hours to community service; Completed parliamentary procedure workshop, scoring 100% on written exam, and awarded first place team; Volleyball: Most Inspirational (2009, 2007), Most Improved (2006); Gymnastics: Grass Roots Award (2010)
Interesting Facts: I enjoy outdoor activities from backpacking to fishing, altering second hand clothing to create unique fashions, and the arts of poetry, portraiture, and calligraphy, but always appreciate silence and a cup of tea
Employment: Jewelry Instructor and Sales Associate for Black Market Minerals (September 2010-Present)
How has the world you come from shaped your dreams and aspirations? Growing up in a house with a variety of people has made my world about connecting to the worlds of others. As our living space was extended to non-relatives, including foster children, I learned the importance understanding the backgrounds of others, and communicating expectations and needs. Schools are a larger scale of the family dynamic, both providing a place for students to grow. The skills and knowledge I gained from a diverse living environment have fueled and guided my desire to become a working piece of the education system, bridging between children, teachers, and the community to create a learning environment that makes a positive impact toward the success of every child.
Of all the ways you could succeed in your life, why have you chosen to succeed in the Miss Auburn Pageant? To survive we adapt to our physical environments, but to succeed it is important to also know the cultural environment. By teaching modern guidelines of professionalism, the program has taught social skills that weren’t emphasized in my home or school. My progress in this area has inspired a greater confidence in my potential.
What social issue, other than your platform, will have the greatest impact on your generation and why? Many students today graduate high school without adequate preparation to succeed in the adult world of today. Our public education system is in need of revision in both teaching methods and curricula to better suit our advancing society. My generation may have aged through high school, but the concern persists as future students will be our children, employees, and voters. As the recession continues, more active citizens emerge who need a strong foundation enabling them to think critically. Children also sow what the whole country reaps. Investing an improved effort into the growth of our youth is vital to our advancement as a nation, and as people.
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