
Mrs. Atkins is very excited to rejoin the Great Hearts network at Maryvale Preparatory Academy this school year. This year she will serve as an ESSC for both the 6th and 7th grade students. Born and raised in Arizona, Mrs. Atkins went to Grand Canyon University for both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees. She earned both of her degrees in the education field and now specializes in secondary education (with an emphasis in English) and special education. In addition to her degrees, Mrs. Atkins had the opportunity to play on GCU’s women’s golf team through college. She has teaching experience in multiple environments including general education, self-contained and one-on-one tutoring. She decided to teach at Maryvale Prep because she is passionate about the Great Hearts mission to, “Educate young people for the lifelong pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty.” Outside of school, Mrs. Atkins enjoys spending time with her husband and their chocolate Labrador, Lily; they love to watch movies and go on walks. She also enjoys playing golf, going for runs, reading, and visiting her sister in Milwaukee, WI.