BYU McKay School of Education

At one point, Cali Hanson Black thought she’d spend her life teaching sixth grade. She loved the classroom — but after becoming a mother, she felt prompted to step away and trust God had another plan.

Soon after, the Church introduced Come Follow Me, and everything clicked.

Using the teaching skills she developed at BYU and in her classroom, Cali began creating simple, approachable scripture-study content online. What started as a way to help the young women in her ward grew into a worldwide community through Come Follow Me Study.

Today, she helps hundreds of thousands of people better understand the scriptures by making doctrine accessible and approachable. ✨📖

To read more about her story https://education.byu.edu/news/%22a-willing-heart%22

Inspiration

Calling all Alumni! Join us for the BYU Education Society Annual Conference on Friday, June 12! ✨

Engage in thoughtful discussions on faith-centered education while connecting with fellow alumni, educators, and lifelong learners.

This year’s theme, “Enlightened by Truth: Education in the Light of the Gospel,” will bring together inspiring voices and meaningful conversations centered on faith and learning.

📍 BYU Wilkinson Center or Online 🕘 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Featured keynote speakers include:
• Robert Millet
• Abby Cox
• Tom & Gayle Holdman

Plus engaging breakout sessions throughout the day!

We hope to see you there!

https://education.byu.edu/alumni/byu-education-society-annual-conference-1

Calling all educators and BYU McKay School alumni!

Join us for Arts Express, the annual summer conference hosted by the BYU Arts Partnership. With 50+ hands-on breakout sessions, this conference equips educators—both current and future—with innovative and joyful strategies to integrate the arts into their teaching.

Arts Express 2026 will take place June 9-10 at Vista Heights Middle School. Any educator who wants CEU or USBE credit is eligible to receive it through conference attendance.

Don't miss this opportunity to elevate student learning through the power of the arts! Register now at na.eventscloud.com/ArtsExpress2026 and join us in making education more engaging, inspiring, and artful!

Finals are here, and a little strategy goes a long way. 💙 Swipe for some study tips and drop your personal suggestions in the comments!

We are so excited to highlight these awesome McKay School Grad students! We are proud of their hard work and dedication to education. Swipe to read more about them! ✏️💙

Happy Easter Sunday!