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Magma Ranch Elementary

Staff

Principal

Kimberly May photo

Phone: 520-868-7305

Email Ms. May

Degrees and Certifications:

Ball State University;
Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education Special Education

Indiana Wesleyan University;
Master of Education in Elementary Education Curriculum & Instruction

Indiana University/Purdue University at Fort Wayne;
Master of Science in Education School Administration

Walden University;
Doctor of Education-All But Dissertation
(ABD) Administrative Leadership of Teaching and Learning

National Board Certified Teacher, Middle Childhood Generalist

Arizona Math Leaders Board Member and Southern Region Vice President

Kimberly May, NBCT

Dear Magma Ranch Families,

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Magma Ranch PK–6! I am honored to serve as your Learning Leader and to be part of this thriving family-centered community. Together, we are building a school environment where safety, belonging, strong relationships, and academic excellence are our top priorities. As Mustangs, we live out our mR3 core values: Respectful, Responsible, Right Choices!

I am a boots-on-the-ground instructional leader who brings vision, enthusiasm, asset-based thinking, innovation, creativity, and an abundance of joy. My core values—authenticity, autonomy, equity, faith, growth, and excellence—guide everything I do.

Since 1997, I have proudly served students, staff, and families in a variety of roles across Indiana and Arizona, including:

  • 15 years as a Teacher Leader (Grades 1–5)
  • Assistant Principal
  • Principal 
  • Director of Federal Programs
  • District K–8 Math Curriculum and Technology Integration Specialist 

What has become abundantly clear is that Magma Ranch PK–6 is a learning commUNITY—a place where loving, committed stakeholders work together to create the best educational experience possible. As partners in this important journey, let’s stay focused on the success and well-being of our Mustang scholars—not just academically, but in every area of their lives.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve. I look forward to a joyful, purposeful year ahead as we continue Racing for Excellence—together.

Warmly,

Mrs. Kimberly May, NBCT

Principal, Magma Ranch PK–6

 

Academic Intervention Specialist

Academic Intervention Specialist

Phone: 520-868-7300

Email Ms. Gilbert

Degrees and Certifications:

BS General Education K-8

MEd Leadership & Supervision PK-12

MEd Mild to Moderate Disabilities PK- 12

Early Childhood Endorsement Birth-3

Structured English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement PK-12

Christine “Chrissy” Gilbert

My name is Christine Gilbert. I am the Academic Intervention Specialist. I have been a 3rd grade teacher, K-7 Resource Teacher, a 7th grade Co-Teacher, ED Teacher, and a District ESS Instructional Coach. When I am not teaching and learning, I love spending time with my family and friends, cooking, playing video games, camping, and staying active.