Karen Booker Schelhaas

About the Author

Karen Booker Schelhaas is a resilient author and survivor whose life took a profound turn during the tragic Columbine High School massacre in 1999, where she was a teacher caught in the harrowing events. Emerging from the trauma with unyielding determination, she channeled her experiences into writing that inspires hope and healing. In her memoir 'Over My Shoulder: A Columbine Survivor's Story of Resilience, Hope and a Life Reclaimed,' Schelhaas shares her journey of reclaiming joy, rebuilding her career, and advocating for mental health awareness. A devoted educator and speaker, she now travels the country empowering others to find strength in adversity, proving that even in the darkest moments, light and purpose can prevail.