Meet the Principal

Mrs. Michelle Anderson

Principal

Room: Front Office
Email: manderson@kyrene.org
Phone: 480-541-4200

 

“Those who say it can’t be done, are usually interrupted by those doing it.”

Be kind.  Everyone is fighting a battle you know nothing about.

I am honored to serve as Kyrene de la Mirada’s principal and have been proud to be an administrator in the Kyrene School District since 2014.  I bring over 30 years of experience in education, having worked with students across the elementary, middle, high school, and collegiate levels.  Originally from upstate New York, I moved to Arizona in 1990 and, after a brief two-year stay in Chicago, returned to Arizona in 1997-where I have continued to build both my personal and professional life.

I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Arizona State University and two Master’s degrees from Northern Arizona; one in Elementary Education and one in Educational Leadership.

How did I end up in Arizona from New York?  My journey to Arizona began with athletics, as I earned a full athletic scholarship to Arizona State University as a member of the ASU Track and Field team, competing as a high jumper.  I currently hold the New York State High Jump record at 6 feet, ¾ inch, was the number one high jumper in the nation during high school, and I am a two-time All American High Jumper.

As the principal of an elementary school, I believe that every child has the potential to grow, learn, and thrive when given a safe, loving, supportive, and inclusive environment.  Foundational to our work is the belief that education is not just about academic achievement, but also about nurturing the whole child-socially, emotionally, and ethically.

Beyond my professional role, I am a wife and a proud parent of two sons.  I am deeply committed to supporting students, families, and staff, and to fostering a school community where every child is encouraged to achieve their highest potential.

 

Note to Students and Parents on Accessing Classroom Resources 

Class information and resources for students and parents can be found in Google Classroom. Information on how to access learning tools will be provided directly to families.