By Lauren Filey | Senior | Plymouth High School
[This work comes from the Art of Storytelling class, taught by Julia Satterthwaite.]
Aspiring civil rights lawyer and rising high school senior from Traverse City Megan Dyke is ready to challenge the norm.
Her conviction? She’s pro-life. She wants to fight for the rights of the unborn, those who can’t fight for themselves. Her belief is so strong that she started a pro-life club at her school.
Dyke’s dedication is rooted in a unique upbringing.
Her father Steve Dyke, a retired Marine Corps helicopter mechanic, moved the family frequently, exposing them to diverse perspectives ranging from liberal Southern California to conservative North Carolina.
These experiences, along with her father’s conversion to Christianity, fostered an independent spirit.
“I couldn’t care less if people agree with me or not,” she said, showcasing her ability to maintain friendships across ideological divides.
Supported by family and friends, Megan finds strength in her convictions.
“I don’t need to sacrifice my beliefs for what other people think.”
It was her grandmother who first suggested law, recognizing Megan’s passion for history and her recent AP Government studies.
While politics don’t interest her, the courtroom’s potential for advocacy does. Megan Dyke isn’t just pursuing a career; she’s ready to redefine civil rights law, championing a cause she deeply believes in.