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I have never been not teaching! I earned my bachelor's degree in Deaf Education from the College of New Jersey. I taught in schools for the deaf in NY and New Jersey and while in New York, I started taking teacher's courses to learn more about language. While I had my three kids, I continued my education at Columbia taking courses I enjoyed and completed my masters with a degree in learning disabilities/neurologically impaired. I also received permanent certification as a learning disabilities teaching consultant and pre-school through elementary certification. When I went back to teaching I was an evaluator at first and then decided to go into the classroom to work with children with learning disabilities. The first child that could not read I realized I did not know how to teach him. This began my journey toward structured literacy. I have trained in three multisensory reading approaches and not involved in my fourth one here at ULV!

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My name is Melanie Jones-Moreno. I am an education specialist with West Covina USD. I am in my 15th year with the district. I work at Walnut Grove Intermediate teaching math and reading intervention. I am also a trained Marriage and Family therapist but teaching is my passion. I enjoy working out, making anything, reading, and being with my family.

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My name is Carol Sherrill. I am a retired teacher and administrator from Bakersfield. I have been an adjunct for La Verne, teaching the Literacy classes to credential candidates for the past several years. I joined the Dyslexia training group last year and am excited to continue this year.

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Hello everybody! My name is Lauren Fittante and I am the Program Manager of the CNLW! I just completed my undergraduate degree in psychology at the University of La Verne. I recently became a certified yoga teacher and I enjoy spending time with my family and pets during my free time. I also love to write and take photos. :) If you have any questions about registration, please feel free to contact me. I am so excited to meet you!

Email: lfittante@laverne.edu
Phone: 909-448-4435

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Hello! This is my 17th year teaching. I started out in LAUSD (3 years), then moved to the Bay Area and taught in San Jose USD (11 years), and came home to La Verne to start working in PUSD (3 years). Now I will finally join half my family members as a ULV student. :-)

I did not study education in college, graduating with a BA in Spanish and a BS in Horticulture. I actually entered teaching through Teach For America and have worked as a classroom teacher in SEI and bilingual (Spanish/English) classrooms (mostly 2nd and 3rd grades), as well as assisting with SJUSD's Migrant Ed program (pre-K and K). I've also been a consulting teacher, working with new teachers in San Jose, and now as a Literacy Coach here in Pomona. I feel strongly about helping teachers (especially new teachers) be as effective as possible in meeting the needs of ALL their students - especially those facing challenges such as learning a second language and/or low SES.

As you can see in my picture, I am a (single) mother of two boys, and I love to read with them and grow their minds through travel!

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Hi, I'm Kim and I've been a teacher in K-6 for 28 years. My first 8 years were in La Puente and the last 20 have been in Pomona. I'm currently a literacy coach. I enjoy working with teachers and students on growing in literacy instruction and learning. I'm looking forward to expanding my knowldege base and sharing the information with my school staff. Last year I accomplished one of my goals. I completed my Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction through Grand Canyon University. In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors, sports, crafting, and traveling.

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I am currently a literacy coach at Lexington Elementary in Pomona Unified School District. I currently support teachers in grades K-5. I have been with PUSD for 32 years. I have taught grades K-3. I am a recent graduate from the University of LaVerne’s Masters of Education in Reading. I have a reading specialist credential.  I am determined to support teachers with their struggling readers. I am a life long learner and am excited to participate in this program. Personally, I enjoy spending time doing outdoor activities with my family.

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I have had the privilege of calling "PUSD" my second home for over 20+ years. I am an ELA Teacher Specialist in the district and I support Professional Learning and Elementary Literacy. I'm so excited to have the opportunity to participate in this program for a second year and am so appreciative we are able to add a second Cohort of Literacy Coaches as well...so much to learn!! My kids are my life...sports, river, listening to music and dancing is what we love to do. Good times!!

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Hello! My name is Carolina Menendez and I am the Literacy Outreach Coordinator for the CNLW! I have had the pleasure of working with Dr. Bechard and Dr. Madhuri since I was an undergraduate student at ULV. I am now a part-time staff member of ULV and am pursuing my single subject teaching credential and masters in education at ULV! I am responsible for creating and maintaining the program's online classroom, archives, and research components. I am also here to help YOU! Keep an eye out for emails from me throughout the year and should you need any help, please feel free to contact me!

Email: cmenendez@laverne.edu
Phone: 909-448-4435

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I have been with Pomona USD for 24 years! I have taught 2nd & 3rd grade and have supported K-12 as a resource teacher. I currently support Professional Learning, Elementary Literacy and PBIS. I had the opportunity to participate in this program last year and can't wait for a new year of more learning! I love, love, love the beach and being on the water...stand up paddle boarding, and enjoy our family time camping and being outdoors.

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I'm Rachel and I've been teaching for 27 years. I taught 2nd grade for 16 years and loved it. My role as an Literacy Coach has given me the opportunity to attend trainings and PD that have expanded my knowledge about how children learn and the best ways to instruct them. I'm excited to learn the Orton-Gillingham method to help both children and teachers.

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About Me: Hello! I'm Megan! I've been in P-20 education for 21 years! I currently work as an instructional coach for Pomona Unified School District, and adjunct at Cal Poly Pomona in the EDU credential and graduate program. At PUSD My role is providing district teacher professional development in literacy instruction. Originally from near Buffalo, NY, I have been lucky enough to have lived and taught in Indiana, North Carolina, New Delhi, India and now, beautiful California. My academic background is in K-12 Education and Equity, and I am currently a Ph.D. candidate at Claremont Graduate University. I hold a Masters in Intercultural Studies from the Union University, and a Masters in Educational Leadership from Gateway Seminary. I teach a variety of classes in the EDU department connected to equity, instructional design, pedagogy, and culturally responsive teaching practices.

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I am passionate about education! I was a classroom teacher for 28 years (general and special ed) and have been at ULV 4 years. I am chair of the Inclusive Ed program, teach in general and special ed teacher prep courses, love literacy and intercultural experiences. Developing a deep understanding of OG and structured literacy has changed the way I think about the teaching of reading.

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Hi! I'm Marga, & this is my 20th year at ULV (34 years in education all told)!!! Literacy is my passion--I taught middle school ELA, and teach the literacy methods courses here in Teacher Education. I love learning to support struggling readers, and look forward to sharing with you all. I also love all things healthy, the outdoors, reading, neuroscience & movement.

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Hi! I'm Marga, & this is my 20th year at ULV (34 years in education all told)!!! Literacy is my passion--I taught middle school ELA, and teach the literacy methods courses here in Teacher Education. I love learning to support struggling readers, and look forward to sharing with you all. I also love all things healthy, the outdoors, reading, neuroscience & movement.