ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kendall Newell is an inspired elementary teacher from Vandalia, Ohio. He decided to become a teacher because of his own struggles as a student. He struggled through school and needed special education services to be successful. Kendall went on to overcome all the doubts to earn his bachelor of arts in early childhood education and a master of education in educational leadership.

The sport of wrestling has made a positive impact on Kendall’s life. Wrestling taught him that you can accomplish anything you want in life if you work hard for it. Kendall wanted to become a teacher so he can inspire young children to dream big and reach for the stars.

Wrestling background:
● OHSAA Class 1 wrestling official
● NCAA Division III athlete
● Ohio High School state placer
● Junior Ohio National Freestyle team member