Meet The Principal
Kim Higginbotham, an Arizona native, is a dedicated educator and accomplished athlete. A graduate of Seton Catholic High School in Chandler, she earned an athletic scholarship to Arizona State University, where she excelled as a member of the Sun Devil softball team, participating in the 2006 College World Series. Not only a standout athlete, Kim was named a PAC-10 Academic All-American during her four seasons at ASU, where she also earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education.
Kim’s career in education began at Chandler High School, where she served for nine years as a social studies teacher, head softball coach, and assistant swim coach. During this period, she earned a Master’s Degree in Administration from ASU. Since 2016, Kim has progressively advanced in high school administrative roles across public, private, and charter school settings. Kim is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Education.
Inducted into the Chandler Sports Hall of Fame in 2012 and the Distinguished Athletics Hall of Fame at Seton Catholic High School in 2017, Kim’s commitment to excellence extends beyond academics. She has been happily married to her husband Nick since 2007, and together, they are proud parents of two daughters, Ivy and Mackenzy.
Thrilled to be a part of the ASU Prep family, Kim brings her passion for education and belief in the potential of every student. As a lifelong learner herself, she is dedicated to supporting students in discovering their passions and realizing their full potential to achieve their goals.
