About - Cedric Collins for Kyrene

Meet Cedric Collins

My name is Cedric Collins, and I am an educator with a diverse teaching background that includes many levels of academia.

With the experience of teaching at elementary schools, high schools and universities, I bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to my students. I have been recognized for my dedication to education and veterans as a two-time veteran of foreign wars District 10 Teacher of the Year.

In addition to my teaching responsibilities, I am a member of the Arizona Education Association and serve as a National Education Association Delegate, committed to advocating for the needs of educators and students.

Outside the classroom, I am involved in the community, volunteering my time and expertise to various causes.

My take on the five “C”s of Kyrene School District

CONNECTION

I pride myself on building trusting relationships to create a supportive and inclusive environment.

COMPASSION

I believe in showing compassion to all. We all come from various backgrounds and deal with different struggles, which is why mental health and social and emotional awareness for students, educators, support staff is important to me.

COURAGE

I live my life by these quotes from Martin Luther King. “Courage is an inner resolution to go forward despite obstacles. Courage breeds creativity.” I am not afraid to do what is right, “The time is always right to do right.”