My name is Karen Alvin. This is my 20th year teaching. I graduated from Arizona State University and received my masters in Elementary Education from Northern Arizona University. I have been teaching at Canyon Rim since it opened and consider it my 2nd home. My husband and I have 3 children who are all involved in sports, which keeps us busy! I enjoy reading, and spending time with my family. As a family we enjoy hiking, bike riding and traveling. I love watching students make new discoveries and develop a love for learning. 2nd grade is an exciting year where students become stronger readers and writers, develop problem solving skills, make friends, and become more independent. The best part about being a teacher is building relationships with my students and watching them grow as learners.