10/13/2026
What a wonderful example of student navigating! Thank you, Karen Gregory, for helping each child you serve find his/her voice!
💛 MEET KAREN GREGORY 💛
Speech/Language Therapist | JEMS, MES, SIMS, UCHS, Mon-Aetna, Head Start, Community Children
When Karen was ten, her great-grandmother had a stroke. She wanted nothing more than to help her talk. That moment planted a seed that would grow into a life's work: helping students find their voice—literally and figuratively. 🗣️
Her Impact:
Karen has watched nonverbal students bloom into confident communicators. She's had students come to her during recess because her office felt like the safest place they knew. She's taught students that their voice matters—in all its forms. And she's learned from them that it's more than okay to be different.
What Drives Her:
A student who lived in an unstable home environment told Karen she wished Karen was her mother and seemed like the perfect mother. Another student with a stutter saw his confidence bloom as his speech improved. These are the moments Karen lives for—watching someone discover their own power.
Her Advice:
"Be the students' safe place. Be their biggest advocate. And don't forget to enjoy the moments with them."
Real Karen:
• Started Young: In 5K, she passed out old worksheets to her teddy bears and dolls
• Legacy: She wants every student to know that their voice matters
• Passion: Serving her own community through education
Thank you, Karen, for helping our students find their voices and showing them their voice is powerful. 💙
