Karen Barton

Having served as a liaison to biomedical researchers, clinicians, faculty and students at Duke University Medical Center Library in North Carolina, Upper School Library Media Specialist Karen Barton comes to Poly with a myriad of experiences and expertise to share with the Upper School students. 

With a Bachelor of Arts in Media Production, a Master of Science in Library and Information Science and a Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting, Barton expressed her eagerness to begin as a media specialist at Poly.

“I love that this [position] encompasses so much of what I enjoy doing, including working with young people and teaching technology skills,” she said.

In the future, Barton hopes to give Upper School students great book recommendations and further develop her relationships in the Poly community. 

Sophomore Amelie Salette said, “I thank her for trying to solve my technical problems. I’m very appreciative of her kind tone and consideration.”

Outside of school, Barton loves to write, learn about genealogy, attend church and help others.