These advisors worked on American Girl's 2025 Girl of the Year, Summer McKinny, and reviewed the manuscripts of her journal and novel:
Katie Flory has worked for the Maryland Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) for 18 years. In her current role as the Community Care and Advocacy Director, she analyzes and advocates for legislation affecting animal welfare. She also presents educational programs on animal safety and welfare to local schools and community groups.
Janear Garrus is an educator and the founder of Chesapeake Educational Alliance (CHEDA), a company that creates and implements programming to enrich students in technology, digital media, and entrepreneurship. Through CHEDA, Janear directs and operates the Baltimore and Howard County Children’s Business Fairs, and Greater Purpose Christian Homeschoolers.
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