LITERACY

Katie has a BA in Communications with a focus on television and movie production, as well as a MA in Media Literacy. With experience both producing television content and analyzing it, she knows TV.

Brigette Laier is an elementary educator with expertise in literacy.

K.C. is an experienced educator, having worked for more then 12 years in the field of education. She holds a B.A. in Psychology and a M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction, with a Specialization in Literacy. Besides being an avid reader, K.C. enjoys movies, classic cars and trucks, history, dabbles in fashion and loves picking out a perfect halloween costume.

Currently life is in the healthcare field, absorbing and organizing,strong promoter of education for all ages, main interest is reading and literacy for 4K-6. Love early mornings, fresh cool air and the challenge a new day brings. Life is full of opportunities.

I have always been drawn to what I like to call the three L's: language, literacy, and learning. I have a small literacy tutoring practice that is based in Queens, New York. My goal is to enlighten readers and engage them in conversations by writing interesting, well-researched articles.

Kelli is a published author and researcher of dyslexia. She is an adjunct professor of reading, literacy coordinator and a tutor trainer. Kelli is the Past-President of the San Diego Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, as well as a board member of the Southern California Library Literacy Network (SCLLN). She is a professional developer for California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) as well as a Literacy Consultant for the San Diego Council on Literacy. Kelli is trained by the Academy of Orton-Gillingham and she has been trained in the Lindamood-Bell, RAVE-O and Wilson Reading Programs. She was awarded the Jane Johnson Fellowship and the Commission on Adult Basic Education (COABE) scholarship. Kelli has presented at numerous conferences as well as provided professional development for k-12 teachers. She received her doctorate in Literacy with a specialization in reading and dyslexia from San Diego State University and the University of San Diego. Dr. Sandman-Hurley is the co-founder of the Dyslexia Training Institute

In addition to teaching literacy for 30 years,Gisele Cyr has been busy writing educational grants, directing summer educational programs and writing freelance articles on education, literacy, and health. She lives with her supportive husband and surrounds herself with her children and extended family whenever she can.

A single fifty something empty nester. I love to write poetry, children's short stories, and educational articles pertaining to literacy. I am a reading specialist, native New York girl (Binghamton), have lived in 4 states, traveled extensively and still love small town USA! My blog is Poems My Way and you can stop by for a visit here: make sure you have Valrie in there! http://poemsmyway-valrie.blogspot.com I have two beautiful children, Jenni in Texas and Joey, a Marine in North Carolina about to be deployed. I married my high school sweetheart who has since passed away. He is always on my mind. After a tumultuous second marriage and nearly losing my life over it I moved to Florida for sanctuary, became deathly ill and ended up here in small town USA. They say life nbegins at fifty and I have decided to begin living! Looking forward to your comments, feedback, social forums, and networking! Make it a powerful day!

Shay Olivarria is a motivational speaker, financial literacy coach, former foster care youth and author of Money Matters: The Get It Done in 1 Minute Workbook. As an ambassador for financial freedom, Shay travels all over the country to educate people on responsible financial decisions. She has partnered with several community organizations including Independent Lens, San Diego State University's African Student Union, Promise House of Dallas, Texas, Los Angeles Urban League, San Diego Urban League, and the Latino Student Business Association of the University of Southern California. For more information on Shay go to www.BiggerThanYourBlock.com.

Heather Anne McIntosh is a writer, mother of five children and wife. Heather has published her essays in the anthology My Dad Is My Hero: Tributes to the Men Who Gave Us Life, Love, and Driving Lessons and the Bennington Review, in addition to being the editor of the bi-annual, January 2010 edition of the Bennington Review. Heather is known for her writing on the topics of autism, parenting, reading and literacy. Heather has her MFA in Creative Writing & Literature form Bennington College, and has taught at Harvard University and UCLA. Heather is currently writing a memoir about recovering her children from autism. She can be reached by email at heather@heatherannemcintosh.com.

Patricia Scholl is a free-lance writer/editor and a veteran teacher. She holds a BS in Education and a BA in English from Miami University. In 2009, she earned her MS in Literacy from the University of Dayton. She is also an active member of Writing.com. Currently, Patricia lives in southwest Ohio with her husband and two children.

I'm the wife of a medical student and mom to two adorable little girls. I have taught English as a Second Language at a few universities but chose to stay home while my kids are little. Now I blog and focus on child development, language development and literacy, music and development, and general parenting adventures.

Founder/Research Analyst:Military Health Matters Resource; resource site on health issues specific to military personnel, veterans, and their families. Topics include: PTSD, TBI, Future Medicine, and more. Health information literacy.

Born in, MO, I have lived in Michigan all of my life. I have a BA in Business Administration and Marketing, a master in Instructional Technology, a master in Curriculum and Instruction in Reading, 45 credits in a master degree program in Secondary and Special Education, and working on a PHD in Educational Leadership and Teaching and Learning. I believe that by securing a means to obtain a doctorate degree in education, I can establish a sufficient platform that allows me to continue my ability to engage in future research projects that can ultimately lead to more positive changes for the betterment of all types of individuals and improve their options for exploring new and improved ways to sufficiently meet and succeed their goals that would also enhance opportunities for others. I presently teach English Review, English Comp, Word Processing, Electronic Spreadsheets, and Communications at a local community college and a private 4 year college part-time. I am a divorced mother of 4 sons, retired Army vet, and both of my adult sons are in the military, one in the Army and one in the Air Force. I am a fashion designer, author of several children's books, poetry, short stories, and inspirational books, and proud parent, grandparent, and grandparent. I love jazz, light classical, soft rock, R&B, and oldies music, and I tutor and mentor children and young adults, mainly in literature. I am CEO/Founder of a nonprofit organization which is listed with mentormichigan.org, and nationalmentoring.org, and it is called LEFTBOOS.org located at http://leftboos.yolasite.com; LEFTBOOS stands for Literacy Enhancement for the Betterment of Our Society and the website is leftboos.yolasite.com, and my personal website is http://ssrowellauthoreducator.yolasite.com.

Financial literacy expert in the areas of money management, cashflow creation, increasing credit scores. Motivational, keynote, and public speaker. Trainer and seminar facilitator.

I am a 20 something educator living on Long Island. I have a background in early childhood education, particularly in literacy development. I am currently working on a Master's in children's literacy, and will be certified in this content area come December, 2008. I have

I am a 51 year old divorced mother of 2 grown daughters 18 and 33, I have 3 grandchildren, I work as a Licensed, STNA and home heath aid, I have experience as a Cosmotologist, and a Certification in General business management and ESL as a volunteer Adult Literacy Tutor.

Ali is a literacy/numeracy specialist in SW Western Australia. Her e-book, How To Get Your Child To Write, helps parents of 7-12 year olds. It's available from: www.learnwa.com.au

Sometimes I feel like I've spent my whole life in school! I have worked with children from birth to high school seniors, but have spent the most time in primary classrooms. My interest in the complex process of learning to read led me to earn a master's degree in literacy studies. I'm also mom to five children, mother-in-law to one, and am married to the love of my life.

Resourceful, innovative, and caring educator with a commitment to collaboration and mentoring. Passionate about literacy and dedicated to encouraging life long learning and critical thinking skills. Nine years of experience in the public schools.

Stay home mom trying to educate others about healthier products to use in our homes and also to promote literacy among our children........

Books have always been a source of enjoyment, as well as, education. A passionate reader & writer, & literacy advocate. I love sharing the magic of books - especially with those who are just learning to read...to see that sparkle in their eyes...it's magical! I love meeting new people, exploring new ideas & discovering new ways of viewing old ones.

I am a student at East Stroudsburg University studying Secondary English Education. While I am interested in subjects having to do with my major, I also conduct a considerable amount of research on Media Literacy and psychology/child psychology.

I've experienced a rich life, filled with the privilege and challenge of helping many ages achieve educational goals. My favorite levels to teach are Prekindergarten and Preschool. My classes are filled with music and literacy,followed closely by all other subjects.

I am an independent children's literacy consultant whose passion for connecting children and families to positive reading experiences fuels my daily life. I am also a free-lance writer who often writes on subjects related to my passion.

Corporate executive turned social entrepreneur as daughter entered high school and prepared for college. Owner of home staging & design business. Also founded nonprofit organization that provides youth financial literacy education and college scholarships.

I write for mediafiends.com, and am a speech pathologist/teacher at the high school level, specializing in literacy.

I've been an editor, skydiver, literacy instructor, and small business owner. I currently own a small shop in a small town, and I love walking in the woods and visiting great places across the country.

Freelance writer, Adult literacy tutor, hospital volunteer, public speaker.

I have taught kindergarten through high school language arts, social studies, speech, drama, art, special ed and gifted ed for 25 years. I am now a doctoral student at WSU in Pullman, WA researching literacy, technology and interactive curriculum design.