It’s nice to meet you!

Hi, I’m Karen Lara, the founder of Classroom Culture on Purpose. I believe every classroom should be a place where students feel safe, seen, loved, valued, and smart. I’m passionate about helping teachers build thriving classroom cultures—spaces where students are inspired, motivated, and encouraged to be curious and creative, and where they feel joy in their learning.

With almost two decades of experience as an educator, I’ve seen firsthand how classroom culture transforms student engagement and classroom dynamics. More importantly, I’ve witnessed how it helps students recognize their potential, take ownership of their learning journey, and grow as individuals. When students are part of a classroom culture that sees them for who they are and affirms their worth, they develop confidence, resilience, and embrace challenges, fostering both academic growth and personal development.

My mission is to help teachers create classrooms where students flourish and blossom into the unique individuals they are by fostering a culture nurtures curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.