Karen Moullet's story and career have spanned the time of 29 years, the distance of three states (Montana, Nevada, and Washington), and the space held by students in classrooms at every grade, K-12. She says, “My double major of Elem Ed/Special Ed allowed me this privilege.”
She recalls, “I know I could have, and maybe should have, kept notes to author a book, but the one early memorable experience that comes to mind is from when I was student teaching in second grade. I put my hand over my heart to recite the pledge with the class and quickly realized I still had my jammies on under my dress. This experience has kept me humble all these years!”
Karen has learned and advises other educators with this advice. “Gather a solid support team, get sufficient rest, laugh at yourself, remember you are human, and keep your hand in God's -- always.”
In reflection, Karen says, “I have been blessed with supportive principals and amazing co-workers in every teaching assignment. However, I will carry the faces of the children in my heart always.”
After her retirement, Karen knows she will greatly miss the camaraderie with her co-workers, as well as the joys and challenges that came through the classroom door every day. She said, “I'm a people person, and I thrive on engaging with others in a spirit of teamwork, working toward a common goal. This biz is tough, but well-worth the blood, sweat and tears.”
Karen has set her retirement goals. She says, “First things first: rest. Then, I have two, two-week summer sessions scheduled for Grandma Camp with my grandchildren in Washington. After that, I plan to reinvent myself, but have no idea what that might look like at this time.”
She recalls, “I know I could have, and maybe should have, kept notes to author a book, but the one early memorable experience that comes to mind is from when I was student teaching in second grade. I put my hand over my heart to recite the pledge with the class and quickly realized I still had my jammies on under my dress. This experience has kept me humble all these years!”
Karen has learned and advises other educators with this advice. “Gather a solid support team, get sufficient rest, laugh at yourself, remember you are human, and keep your hand in God's -- always.”
In reflection, Karen says, “I have been blessed with supportive principals and amazing co-workers in every teaching assignment. However, I will carry the faces of the children in my heart always.”
After her retirement, Karen knows she will greatly miss the camaraderie with her co-workers, as well as the joys and challenges that came through the classroom door every day. She said, “I'm a people person, and I thrive on engaging with others in a spirit of teamwork, working toward a common goal. This biz is tough, but well-worth the blood, sweat and tears.”
Karen has set her retirement goals. She says, “First things first: rest. Then, I have two, two-week summer sessions scheduled for Grandma Camp with my grandchildren in Washington. After that, I plan to reinvent myself, but have no idea what that might look like at this time.”
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