University of North Texas 
Red Labra
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Design, to me, is a universal language that communicates empathy through shaping environments where people feel included. As the saying goes, ''to be loved is to be seen," and that belief has formed my approach to creating spaces that improve people's lives and make them feel valued.
The Interior Design program at UNT has strengthened my design foundation through classes where we explored design principles, space planning, and FF&E application using research to develop inhabitable spaces. We were gifted with faculty and mentors who were a wealth of knowledge, and IDSA, a networking organization that strengthened bonds between students and industry professionals.
My goal as an emerging designer is to make beautiful interiors accessible to all marginalized communities and be a part of the new generation that bridges the gap between the fortunate and the underrepresented. As my career advances, I hope to become an educator to continue my mission of spreading positivity.
Lynn McKinney Elementary School
The Lynn McKinney Elementary School, home to the Bearcat Backers, is committed to
empowering students through delivering high-quality education. We embrace the “All
in Aledo” lifestyle by ensuring every student’s unique needs are met and that no one
is left behind. Here, we invite all learning and teaching styles through flexible
furniture, spaces, and layouts. Our students are nurtured through specialized forms
of education for those in need, with spaces that emulate calmness and comfort. Our
wonderful teachers are cared for with staff spaces that promote rejuvenation so they
can return to students with optimal teaching capacity. Here, we care about our community,
and we are all in for Aledo.
About the School
Lynn McKinney Elementary School in Aledo, Texas, was built and opened on Aug. 14,
2024, as part of the Aledo Independent School District and the Morning Star Neighborhood.
Located west of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Aledo is celebrated for its natural beauty
of rolling hills and open skies, strong schools, and modern amenities, making it the
perfect area for families.
“All in Aledo” is a lifestyle embraced by Lynn McKinney Elementary School that gives
back to the community by delivering hard work and a passion for learning. In addition,
they demonstrate Aledo ISD’s vision of growing greatness within students by empowering
them and ensuring they receive exceptional experiences.