I am so excited to be a part of the St. Mary’s family and to see what God has instore for me here! I graduated from Palmer High School as well as Navarro Community College in 2021. My high school had a dual credit program allowing me to take college classes starting freshman year and I was able to graduate with both my high school diploma and an associate’s degree in general studies. After graduation I moved to Lubbock Texas and attended Texas Tech University. After a couple years I decided that Lubbock just wasn’t the right fit anymore and moved back home. Soon after I made this decision my mom (Mrs. Payne Pre-K) told me about an opening here at St. Mary’s. I then realized God was letting me know that I was making the right decision. I began working here at St. Mary’s in April of 2023 and have absolutely loved it! I am currently enrolled in Texas Tech’s online program and I am finishing my bachelor’s degree in Human Sciences. I am not 100% sure what I want to do after I obtain my degree but I know God will show me the way. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding; in all your ways, acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight.” -- Proverbs 3:5-6