teen spotlight
photography by Lauren Childs
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17, Junior at Evangel Family Christian Academy Homeschool
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4.53 GPA; Dual Enrollment; Colgate Ambassador; National
Honor Society; Basketball; Volleyball; Eastdale Mall Teen Team
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“My mom has always told me to be myself, because myself is the
best person I can possibly be,” Kaitlyn said.
how it began
Kaitlyn Taylor was born at 29 weeks. After a long stay in the
NICU, she was very fortunate to not have suffered any damage
from a premature birth. “So many people helped during that time
in Kaitlyn’s life,” said her mother Kristi, which led her to return
the favor and help Kaitlyn do the same.
Kaitlyn has served more than 1,500 hours of community
service in the last year. She’s been recognized by Gov. Robert
Bentley for her efforts, and is the recipient of both the Sheila
Whitehurst and Valerie Sawyers Community Service Awards. She
was recently named Miss Alabama National Teenager, Teen Miss
United States Woodlands and received honors in the National
Miss Heart of the USA and International Junior Miss pageants.
“I’ve been inspired by many people,” Kaitlyn said. “Right now,
my inspiration comes from a camp that I volunteer with, Bridges
of Faith. Ukrainian orphans are brought in several times a year
and they are shown God’s love, taught American culture and
hopefully find their forever homes. These children inspire me to
be better and to do better, to truly do everything in my power to
make a difference in this world.”
what’s next
kaitlyn taylor
Kaitlyn plans to major in psychology and counseling and minor
in music.
Millbrook, AL
PG (parental guidance) rating
Kaitlyn says her parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles have all
taught her how to love others without judgment.
“I am proud to have such Godly examples,” she said.
parents’ perspective
Shaun and Kristi Taylor adm