Founders Classical Academy‑East Lewisville celebrated a special school spirit event on November 6 when Miss Texas 2026 Stephanie Wendt arrived for the campus Mustang Pep Rally. The visit underscored a rare connection: the current state titleholder shared the stage with a former Miss Texas who now teaches kindergarten at the same school.
Two Miss Texas titleholders, one campus
Wendt, who earned the Miss Texas 2026 crown after Regan Hutsell moved on to become Miss America 2027, addressed students about leadership, perseverance and service. Her remarks aligned with the school’s emphasis on character development and community involvement.
Sadie Schiermeyer, Miss Texas 2025 and first‑runner‑up at Miss America 2026, has been a kindergarten teacher at Founders Classical Academy‑East Lewisville since completing her pageant run. Schiermeyer’s presence on staff provides a living example of how pageant participants can transition into meaningful community roles.
Headmaster emphasizes the impact
Headmaster Nicole Swagerty praised the event, saying, “We are thrilled to welcome Miss Texas to our campus and provide our students with an opportunity to hear from someone who exemplifies leadership, perseverance and service. Having a former Miss Texas serving as one of our own teachers makes this occasion especially meaningful and reinforces the importance of leading by example and making a positive difference in the lives of others.”
The rally featured traditional school spirit activities, student performances, and a brief Q&A session where Wendt answered questions about balancing public duties with personal goals. Students expressed excitement at meeting a current state ambassador and hearing firsthand about the responsibilities that come with the title.
Community response
Parents and community members attended the rally, noting the positive role‑model effect for their children. Many highlighted the value of seeing a former pageant winner actively contributing to local education, reinforcing the school’s mission to nurture well‑rounded, service‑oriented citizens.
Schiermeyer, who represented Texas at Miss America 2026 and placed first‑runner‑up, shared her perspective on the transition from pageantry to the classroom. She emphasized that the skills she honed—public speaking, poise, and community outreach—directly benefit her teaching practice.
Looking ahead
Founders Classical Academy‑East Lewisville plans to continue integrating community leaders into school events, fostering connections that inspire students to pursue excellence in academics, leadership and service. The Miss Texas visit serves as a model for future collaborations that celebrate local achievement while reinforcing the school’s core values.
Original reporting: Local Profile (DFW) — read the source article.
