Karen Graham
Program Director | Instructor
Karen began her journey with Earthroots in 2013 when she enrolled her children in the Forest Kindergarten program after moving to Orange County. A mother of four, she prioritizes spending time outside with her family. Karen has over 20 years of experience teaching in public schools and holds a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master of Education in Dual Language Development. Before joining Earthroots, she worked as a teacher and curriculum writer for Long Beach Unified. As a curriculum writer for Earthroots, she develops lessons that connect students with their local ecosystems. She has a deep passion for working with students in public schools as the lead instructor for the Earthroots Ecoliteracy in Schools (EES) Program. In her free time, Karen enjoys camping, crafting, gardening, and volunteering for organizations such as the California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and the Southern California Bluebird Club. She feels fortunate to merge her love for nature with her passion for teaching at Earthroots.