Karen R.'s Bio

Experience:

• 20+ years of secondary level classroom experience which includes working with students with ADHD
• K-12 District Wellness Subject Matter Leader
• Mentored students working on their senior projects and on individualized wellness programs
• Served as a Class Advisor, Club Advisor, and Coach throughout my teaching career
• Continuing education provider - graduate level courses and professional development workshops
• MAHPERD Teacher of the Year 2016
• Positive mindset coaching and personal training

How I work with kids: 

• I get to know my students, learn about what is most important to them, and establish a respectful, trusting relationship as our foundation for working together.
• I help students identify and utilize their unique set of strengths to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
• I empower students with tools and strategies that help them thrive in their lives, maximize their potential, increase their confidence, and feel their best. 
• Focus areas: growth mindset, stress management, boosting happiness, tapping into the mind-body connection, and making positive behavior change. 

 

Favorite Quote: 

• “ Learn to fail or fail to learn” - Dr. Tal Ben Shahar
• “Build on what is strong rather than fixing what is wrong” - Dr. Martin Seligman

 

Fun Fact: 

• I am a ballroom dancer and love to perform and compete!  We also have the sweetest Golden Retriever who makes us laugh and smile every day. 

 

What parents say: 

• “Karen knows that every student can be successful, despite any difficult circumstances, and she knows that every student can find happiness and fulfillment once they learn to believe in themselves. It is this genuine belief in the goodness in all of us that you will find in Karen, that allows her to form meaningful educational experiences with her students.”
• “What has impressed me the most about Karen is her professionalism, passion, and student-centered approach.”
• “This coaching experience helped my daughter to focus on what she can control to make herself better and to look at the bright side of situations.  She now has many methods she can use to get out of her head and better deal with negative thoughts.  This was a very positive and helpful experience!”
• “Karen provides a safe haven for her students, pushing them just enough to realize their potential but never too hard that they feel discouraged. She understands social nuances, how to effectively work with others, and the appropriate steps to take to help someone believe in themselves.”
• “Thank you for helping my son recognize his abilities and giving him the strategies and tools he needs to overcome his challenges!”