Attended Euclid Elementary, Central Elementary and Vina Danks Middle School and after receiving her teaching credential returned to serve the community of OMSD as a teacher, curriculum coordinator and parent. Karen recently retired from OMSD. Her belief that one should never underestimate the power each individual has to make a difference in another’s life and her lifelong commitment to educational excellence is evident of this belief. She takes pride in being able to mentor people like Hector Macias who was her student nearly 40 years ago. For her dedication to OMSD, Karen Neiuber is a “model of excellence” for OMSD’s students, schools, and community.