Karen became active in the marching band arena as part of the Judson High School band in Converse, TX. She then became a band parent / chaperone / Treasurer for the Claudia Taylor Johnson (CTJ) High School band in San Antonio, TX and enjoyed attending and assisting at UIL, BOA, and WGI events as well as a 2015 trip to the Rose Bowl Parade. Even though her children have all graduated, Karen stayed involved with the CTJ band through volunteering and fundraising efforts and also helped start a 501(c)3 non-profit Foundation to help raise money for the Claudia Taylor Johnson band. This is her third year as an Adjudication Technician with US Bands.