10/10/2026
✨💜Alumni Spotlight💜✨
We are pleased to spotlight another member of our Crusader family, Mrs. Kimberly Hawkins, Class of 2009! Kimberly is married and has one son. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and is currently embracing the roles of both mother and author. She recently celebrated an exciting milestone with the publication of her first book, “Home: Returning to Rest through a 23 Week Walk Through Psalm 23.”
Through her writing, Kimberly is sharing her heart for returning to the rest and peace found in the Lord. We are excited to see how God continues to use her gifts and experiences to encourage others!
When reflecting on her time at Temple Academy, Kimberly shared how being a junior varsity and varsity cheerleader with Chelle Hickman and Debbie McConnon helped her find her voice. What began as an opportunity to grow in confidence has become a lifelong joy of encouraging and cheering others on.
Kimberly also enjoyed Bible quizzing and Bible memory, which remain meaningful to her today. She shared that Mrs. Fox made her feel like one of her own daughters, and she still affectionately calls her “Mama Fox!” She also loved her Home Economics class with Mrs. Turner, where she learned practical skills she has since been able to use to serve her own family.
When reflecting on her experience at the Academy, Kimberly expressed how thankful she is for the many lessons, relationships, and opportunities that shaped her life. We are grateful for the teachers who invested in Kimberly and for the ways she continues to encourage others and serve her family.
We are so proud of Kimberly and excited to celebrate this new chapter in her journey as an author. We are thankful to have her as part of our Crusader family!