Karen Cárdenas

Karen Cárdenas has a strong background in education, with experience in various leadership roles. Karen worked as a Principal at Phoenix Union High School District starting in June 2016. Prior to that, they served as the Assistant Principal of Instruction at the same district since July 2014. Before joining Phoenix Union High School District, Karen was an Assistant Principal at Pendergast School District from July 2006 to July 2014. Karen began their career in education at Isaac Elementary School District in August 2001, first as a Teacher until July 2005, and later as an Instructional Coach from July 2005 to July 2008.

Karen Cárdenas attended the University of Southern California from 1999 to 2001 and obtained a Bachelor's degree in Sociology. Karen then pursued their Master of Education (M.Ed.) from Arizona State University between 2001 and 2003, specializing in Curriculum and Instruction. Lastly, they attended Northern Arizona University from 2004 to 2006, where they studied Educational Leadership and Administration, General.