Katherine A. Morrow
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
To lead the Cultural Arts Division as Arts Program Manager, leveraging extensive experience in arts education, program development, and strategic planning to design and implement a city wide cultural arts program that enriches community engagement and artistic expression. Committed to cultivating partnerships and creating inclusive programs that resonate with diverse audiences.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Teacher
Pacific Rim Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
01.2023 - Current
- Achieved enhanced student engagement through the development of creative lesson plans for 750 K-5 students. Delivered a memorable art show, highlighting student talent and fostering community appreciation for the arts.
Intervention Specialist
Pacific Rim Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Implemented individualized strategies to strengthen reading and math capabilities for125 students at Pacific Rim Elementary.
Fundraising Chair
Hope Elementary
Carlsbad, CA
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Raised hundreds of thousands of dollars.
- Procured donations from business owners while building ongoing community relations for future donations & highly visible within the community.
- Managed an annual budgets, volunteers, worked w/ elected city officials, recruited volunteers, marketed, built, strategized & led meetings.
- Ran as Gala Chair 9 yrs (securing all vendors, donations, décor, etc.)
- Started a Veterans Day Tribute & Breakfast for local vets to attend (7 yrs).
- Started a Kindergarten luncheon for new students before school starts (5 yrs).
Head Varsity Coach CHMS
Boys & Girls Club
Carlsbad, CA
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Developed and maintained effective communication strategies for recruitment initiatives targeting parents and students.
- Assisted in the development and execution of coaching training and preparation initiatives for track and cross-country teams.
- Oversaw seasonal growth of team size and ensured continuous updates to the organizational webpage.
Speech Pathologist & Case Supervisor
ACES
Orange, CA
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Supervised caseloads of patients in their home and monitored tutors.
- Assessed, diagnosed and treated children in the autism spectrum exhibiting a variety of communication disorders.
Speech Pathologist
Poway Unified School District
Poway, CA
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Delivered supportive and educational counseling services to enhance client well-being.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures to streamline operations. Supported various managerial and administrative tasks to enhance team efficiency.
- Facilitated orientation and training for new speech pathologists in school environments.
- Oversaw maintenance of records for diagnostic findings and progress reports.
Education
Course work towards Masters - Educational Administration
National University
San Diego, CA06-2005
Bachelor of Science - Education for Communication and Sciences
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Whitewater, WI01-2002
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Policy Development: Experience managing budgets, fundraising, & community focused initiatives
- Program Development & Implementation: Created arts curriculum, monthly exhibitions & community events
- Evaluation & Reporting: Tracked outcomes of art programs & fundraising
- Leadership & Supervision: Directed teachers, volunteer teams
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Built relationships w/ parents, business owners, & local officials
AWARDS
Volunteer of the Year Carlsbad Unified Schools 2014, Borrego Springs Half Marathon top overall female winner 2011, National Charity League Mother Daughter Philanthropic Award 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 (Top volunteer hours), UWW Cross Country Nationals and Record Holder.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven ability to plan, direct, and supervise cultural arts activities and operations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building partnerships with community stakeholders, elected officials and vendors.
- Highly adaptable, self motivated, and skilled in setting priorities, budgeting, and meeting operational deadlines.
- Expertise in developing and evaluating arts education programs, exhibitions, and public art initiatives.
ACTIVITIES
5 Marathons (Boston Marathon qualifier 4 times), 25 half marathons, UWW College Cross Country and Track Team, Hope Elementary PTA President 2021-2022 term 2016-18 term, Vice President 2014-16, Hope Elementary Foundation Board Member 2016 to present, Carlsbad Unified District PTA Board VP of Programs 2017-19 & Legal Representative 2019-20221, Room Parent Lead for 9 yrs, PSAC Representative for Carlsbad Unified Superintendent’s Cabinet 2015-2024, National Charity League member 2018 to present & Grade Level Advisor, Girl Scout Leader 2016-present, volunteer of hundreds of hours to Philanthropic groups each yr. (e.g. Carlsbad Unified & City, Community Resource Center, Susan G. Komen, Meals on Wheels, USCD NICU made 64 cribs sheets, and La Posada)
Timeline
Art Teacher
Pacific Rim Elementary
01.2023 - Current
Intervention Specialist
Pacific Rim Elementary
01.2021 - 01.2023
Head Varsity Coach CHMS
Boys & Girls Club
01.2017 - 01.2022
Fundraising Chair
Hope Elementary
01.2010 - 01.2023
Speech Pathologist & Case Supervisor
ACES
01.2005 - 01.2007
Speech Pathologist
Poway Unified School District
01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Education for Communication and Sciences
University of Wisconsin Whitewater
Course work towards Masters - Educational Administration
National University