Karen Guy

Karen Guy

What do you teach? 

Latin I-V

How long have you been teaching? ​

30 years

How long have you been at Wakefield? ​

20 years

What inspired you to become a teacher? ​

While still in grad school I subbed for a high school teacher who was out on maternity leave and I absolutely loved it! I knew then I had found my calling.

One of your favorite memories?​

Traveling with students to Italy and seeing their faces light up when they saw the things we studied in class.

Mrs. Guy at the beginning of her career.

What do you think you will miss most about teaching? ​

Definitely the students.

What are your plans for once you retire? ​

Travel.  Greece is at the top of the list!

What is one pearl of wisdom you want to give to your students?

​Stay curious and never let anyone tell you you can’t do something!