Teacher Bio

My name is Mrs. Shy Pierson and I will be your child’s first grade teacher. I’m very excited about the new year and I am looking forward to watching all the students grow! This year is my eighth year teaching and my fourth year teaching first grade. My teaching experience includes teaching 3 years in kindergarten and one year in preschool.

I am dedicated in making the year fun and memorable. In my classrom, I also believe in having a growth mindset and that every student is capable of growing both academically and social/emotionally. I will have high expectations for your student  and I’m looking forward to working with you and your student!

Education: 

I attended Arizona State University (ASU) and graduated with a Bachelors in English Literature and a Bachelors in Women Studies. After graduating, I worked at  ASU Prep Academy for ten years. While at at ASU Prep, I  went back to school to earn a Master in Early Childhood Education. This allowed me to work with some amazing teachers and I was able to completed the program and graduate in December 2016.

A Little About Me: 

I was born and raised in Phoenix Arizona. I have been married to my husband Eric for 12 years. We have two beautiful daughters, Amara (10 years old) and Alyna (7.5 years old) and three doggies. I also have one older brother who I am extremely close to. He lives and works in Charlottesville, Virginia.  I am a book worm at heart and enjoy reading in my spare time. I also enjoy spending time with my family, being outdoors, when the weather permits, and watching football.