A native of St. Louis, MO, Emily Hockaday matriculated through St. Louis’ public school system. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree and Certification in Early Childhood Education from Harris-Stowe State University and placed on the National Dean’s List. Ms. Hockaday serves as a kindergarten teacher at Wilkinson Early Childhood Center in St. Louis and is a proud mother of three children and grandmother of two beautiful grandchildren.