• About Mrs. Kerry Grimes...

    Position: Counselor - Last Names M-Z

    Room: Counseling Center

    Phone: 480-883-5412

    Email: Mrs. Kerry Grimes

    Mrs. Kerry Grimes

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    Welcome!

    Welcome to ACP Middle School! My name is Kerry Grimes, and this is my 28th year in education. I have been in CUSD for the last 23 years. Prior to becoming a counselor, I spent many years in the classroom. I taught 5th - 8th grade - specializing in ELA. I loved being in the classroom, but I also desired the opportunity to work in a smaller setting with all students in the areas of academic support as well as in the social/emotional realm.

    I am proud to say that CUSD is a "family affair". My husband is also a long-time employee of the district, and my oldest son is an elementary PE teacher in CUSD!

    My Education and Professional Background

    Bachelor of Arts in Psychology -University of Arizona (GO CATS!)

    Post-Baccalaureate in Elementary Education - Arizona State University

    Masters in Education -  Counseling - Northern Arizona University

    My Educational Philosophy

    I believe effective school counseling starts with a counseling program that supports the development of students’ academic skills as well as personal/social skills. Through educator, parent, and community partnerships, the school counseling program should facilitate the development of a support system that enhances student achievement and learning that promotes the growth of productive citizens in the future. I believe the counseling experience is a very personal, shared interaction between two people; with the most crucial aspect of this relationship being trust.

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