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Mrs. Kristy Reese
Interim Principal
kristy.reese@atlanta.k12.ga.us
(404) 802-7600Kristy has 20+ years of educational experience, including 11 years as a classroom teacher, 4 years as an instructional coach and curriculum support teacher, and 8 years as an assistant principal. Under her shared leadership, Kimberly Elementary School was recognized for "Beating the Odds" and consequently removed from Georgia's Failing Schools list. Kristy is a graduate of Georgia State University (BS & M.Ed Early Childhood Education & Leadership and Administration) and Valdosta State University (Ed.S Teacher Leadership).
Kristy is a wife and mother of four children (two college graduates and two in high school). She grew up in Atlanta and attended Atlanta Public Schools (2nd-12th grade). She believes that using rigorous instructional materials, effective teaching strategies, and a positive learning environment are the keys to ensuring students reach their highest potential.