Karen Gray has worked in public education 1999,  in roles that include principalships and central office roles. As a building leader, Karen ensured that play-based learning occurred daily.  Karen is now a full time Educational  Consultant providing leadership and professional development on PBL in districts across the state.   Karen worked on play- based legislation, which passed in July 2023. She is a graduate of UConn PK3 Leadership Cohort, has extensive experience in early childhood education and has presented for various educational agencies.  

Karen Gray has worked in public education 1999,  in roles that include principalships and central office roles. As a building leader, Karen ensured that play-based learning occurred daily.  Karen is now a full time Educational  Consultant providing leadership and professional development on PBL in districts across the state.   Karen worked on play- based legislation, which passed in July 2023. She is a graduate of UConn PK3 Leadership Cohort, has extensive experience in early childhood education and has presented for various educational agencies.  

EA has been a teacher and administrator in California, Connecticut and Texas. She serves on the UCONN Prek-3 Leadership program's national advisory board and is also a presenter. She has worked with school districts for the past 10 years to implement play-based learning (PBL) and executive function strategies. In addition to PBL and executive functioning, EA has expertise in supporting young dual language learners.