Krystal Mitchell - 6th Grade Counselor

We made it to 8th Grade!! I am so excited to watch this amazing group of kiddos become 8th graders and head to high school. It has truly been an honor getting to know these students and watching their transformations through this pivitol time in their lives! 

I have a passion for Middle School students and I love making connections with kids and helping enhance their education as well as their social emotional skills!I am a Colorado native and attended Douglas County Schools myself, growing up. I love how this school district is always looking for ways to improve and remains student focused. I particularly love the community culture that is created here at Cimarron and look forward to continuing my career here. 

I have always found mental health to be an important component to overall health and success. I believe the best way to make a large impact on society as a whole is to support our children and students!

My husband and I have been married for 16 years and have three boys. We love being outdoors hiking, camping, and fishing. We also love our animals dogs, goats, and chickens! 

Please reach out:

email: kmitchell4@dcsdk12.org

Phone: 720-433-1365

Valerie Fincher - 8th Grade Counselor

Welcome!  I look forward to reconnecting with returning students and connecting with all my new students as you join us in the journey through middle school.  I look forward to getting to know each of my students and families.  I love middle school and I am happy to provide support to students throughout their time at CiMS; I am a resource for both parents and students.  Please stop by and introduce yourself!  

I grew up in California where I loved being near the beach.  I graduated with my undergraduate degree in psychology from Cal State Fullerton and taught at a non public high school there for 7 years.  I moved to Colorado in 2005 when my husband opened a business here so that we would have more family time together.  At that time, I went back to school at University of Phoenix for my masters in counseling because my passion is working with kids.  I have my LPC and work in private practice as well.  I enjoy swimming, biking, and time with my family.  My girls have finished college and are now on their own.

If you have any questions, I can be reached at 720-433-1339 or vcfincher@dcsdk12.org. 

You can request to schedule a virtual meeting time here.  You will receive an email in return including a google meets link when your requested time is confirmed.

 Valerie C. Fincher