Kim Jackson

Kim Jackson is an experienced education professional currently serving as the Director of Advising and Scholar Support at Lenfest Scholars Foundation since December 2020, after holding the position of Associate Director. Previously, Kim Jackson spent over 15 years at Upper Merion Area School District, first as a High School Counselor managing a caseload of approximately 300 students and addressing personal, social, and academic issues, and also working as a College Counselor for a suburban high school. Earlier career roles include Assistant Director of Student Support Services at West Chester University, focusing on services for students with disabilities, and Assistant Dean of Academic Advising at Mary Washington College, where responsibilities included advising struggling students and coordinating tutoring services. Kim Jackson holds an MS in Higher Education Counseling and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from West Chester University of Pennsylvania.