Husband to Amy and father of Leah, Halle, and Erin. VP of Growth for Reach University, Southeast

Florence, AL
Joined May 2009
Heath Grimes retweeted
Every training camp I had at Washington State University, Coach Leach would share the same story. The story of two kids. The rich kid and the poor kid. The rich kid has two choices. He can become spoiled, entitled, lazy, and expect everything to be handed to him because he has been given more. Or he can take every advantage of what he has been given—resources, coaching, opportunities—and use it to become even better. The poor kid has two choices too. He can say, “I never had a chance. Nobody gave me anything. The world is against me.” He can feel sorry for himself and use it as an excuse. Or he can say, “I may not have what they have, but I am going to outwork everybody.” He can become tougher, more driven, and more relentless than everybody else. It was a powerful message in a locker room full of people from different backgrounds, different families, and different life experiences. Some guys came from wealth. Some came from almost nothing. Some had every opportunity. Others had to fight for every inch. But despite all of those differences, everybody still had the same choice. You can take ownership and use what you have as fuel. Or you can become victim-minded. You can look for excuses, blame your circumstances, become entitled, and convince yourself that because of what you have—or because of what you do not have—you cannot become what you want to be. It is not about how you start. It is about what you choose to do with how you start. The rich kid can waste what he has been given or use it to build something greater. The poor kid can use his circumstances as an excuse or as fuel. In the end, greatness does not come from starting with more or less. It comes from which person inside of you that you choose to feed. If you like these Mind Strength Messages, click below to join our free newsletter and get a new Mind Strength Message every Monday to start your week on the right foot. coachlukefalk.com/email-news… #MindStrength
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Is higher ed due for a radical realignment? Jeff Selingo and Alison Griffin join President Ross on Apprenticeship 2.0 to unpack what’s changing — and what’s next for higher ed. @jselingo @citizenross podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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Heath Grimes retweeted
Nick Saban on Leadership. “Leadership is about helping somebody else for their benefit, not yours.” - Nick Saban True leadership isn’t about power. It’s about lifting others up and putting the team first. Lead for impact.
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@ReachUniversity is incredibly proud to welcome our newest Alabama partners: @BhamCitySchools, @CCSBOE, and @vhcschools! Each leader will transform jobs into degrees – boosting local degree attainment & building a strong pipeline of classroom-ready teachers. @Grimes75 @DrCorvetta
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Today I had the privilege of working in Perry County Schools (AL) sharing about the life changing and amazing opportunity that IS @ReachUniversity where we help employees working in the school system earn their bachelor’s degrees for $75 through an apprenticeship model.
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“I just found it very amazing that this program exists. Even though I just started college a little late, this was like an open door for me, to go into the field I’ve always wanted to.” #Apprenticeship2Dot0 #TeacherApprenticeships @citizenross @Grimes75 podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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Excited about ⁦⁦⁦⁦@ReachUniversity⁩ partnership with ⁦@PellCitySchools⁩! Today, I had the opportunity to share in an information session with their staff members. Looking forward to seeing these staff members earn their bachelor’s degree!
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This week I had the privilege of sharing the opportunity for support personnel to earn a bachelor’s degree through @ReachUniversity with no student debt with @JCBOEal principals and leadership team. Proud to partner for this important purpose!
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This morning I had an opportunity to share the amazing opportunity that Reach University provides paraeducators, substitutes, and teacher assistants in Alabama with Sheffield City Schools staff. Reach University’s total cost of attendance is $900 a year.
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Excited about the partnership with Cullman City Schools! It’s a great opportunity to further apprenticeship degrees in the state, narrow the teacher shortage, and help dedicated employees earn their bachelor’s degree.
We are excited to partner with @ReachUniversity & @Grimes75 to provide our @BOECullmanCity classified employees & substitutes affordable opportunities to grow professionally. #GrowYourOwn
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Dr. Heath Grimes passed the gavel this morning to Dr. Wayne Vickers. Congratulations to Dr. Vickers on his upcoming presidency of SSA. In addition, SSA would like to thank Dr. Grimes for his leadership as president.
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Congratulations on retirement to the superintendents pictured below. Between the superintendents pictured there is a total of 229.5 years of educational experience and 69 years of superintendent experience.
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Thank you @sarahelia_TESOL for featuring my work with multilingual learners.
⭐️Hard to find a superintendent more incredibly dedicated to multilingual learners of English than Dr. Heath Grimes! @Grimes75 Read his interview & learn more about his advocacy work here ⬇️@eduskillsllc. #ells #mlls @TESOL_Assn eduskillsllc.com/articles/in…
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Pat Summitt said, “Winning is fun... Sure. But winning is not the point. Wanting to win is the point. Not giving up is the point. Never letting up is the point. Never being satisfied with what you've done is the point." Character is what you do. It means choosing integrity, responsibility, and self-discipline even when it's hard. You demonstrate it through your actions, decisions, and how you treat people. You always know the people of character on a team because they bring so much. 5 Things That People With High Character Bring to a Team: 1. They Bring Consistency and Reliability - You know exactly what you can expect from them on a day-to-day basis. They consistently show up and diligently do their work. This trait is crucial as it builds trust within the team, ensuring that everyone can depend on each other. The benefit is a more cohesive and efficient team where members can rely on one another. 2. They Bring a Team-Focus - They prioritize the team, showing genuine care and support for others. This focus is important because it fosters a collaborative environment where everyone feels valued. The benefit is a stronger, more united team that can achieve greater results together. 3. They Bring Positive Energy and Attitude - They maintain a positive attitude, bringing energy and enthusiasm to the team. This trait is important because it influences the overall team spirit and can inspire others. The benefit is a more dynamic and resilient team, capable of overcoming challenges. 4. They Bring High Standards - They go above and beyond and exceed what's expected of them. This attitude is significant as it drives continuous improvement and sets a high standard for the team. The benefit is enhanced team performance and a culture of excellence. 5. They Bring an Attitude of Gratitude - They exhibit an attitude of gratitude, appreciating their teammates and opportunities. This mindset is crucial as it fosters a culture of appreciation and respect within the team. The benefit is a more harmonious and collaborative work environment, where members feel valued and respected.
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Not the best day for us at the park but still a beautiful day to be watching Erin play the game.
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God gave each of us skills. So let’s share em! (via lil_lou_4/TT)
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Everything you do matters.
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AASA has announced that Dr. Wayne Vickers, Alabaster City Schools, has been selected as one of the three finalists for President-Elect of AASA. See the story below. nce.aasa.org/three-2024-pres… @Alabasterk12
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