District Literacy Consulting

Literacy Systems That Actually Stick

Amie Burkholder partners with districts and schools to strengthen literacy systems through aligned, research-based, and implementation-focused professional development.

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Sustainable literacy growth requires both a strong curriculum and strong teacher knowledge.

Areas of Expertise
Where Amie Supports Your District
Structured Literacy Implementation (K–5)
Tier 1 & Tier 2 Alignment
Small Group Instruction Frameworks
Phonics & Phonemic Awareness Systems
Decodable Text Implementation
Diagnostic Assessment & Data-Driven Grouping
Writing Instruction (K–2 Foundations Through Sentence Expansion)
Multisyllabic Word Reading & Morphology (1–3)
Leadership Coaching for Literacy Coaches & Administrators
Meet Amie
K–5 Literacy Coach · National Speaker · Author
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    Bachelor's in Elementary Education PK–6
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    Master's in Literacy Development K–12
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    Orton Gillingham Trained
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    LETRS Trained
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    National Speaker
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    Author: Literacy Unlocked & Foundations to Fluency
Professional Development Formats
Choose the Right Partnership Model
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Strategic Planning Sessions

For district leaders, principals, and literacy coaches to map a sustainable path forward.

  • Reviewing current literacy structures
  • Identifying implementation gaps
  • Aligning curriculum to research
  • Developing a sustainable literacy block framework
  • Building coaching systems for accountability
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On-Site Professional Development

Half or full-day interactive sessions that build teacher clarity and confidence.

  • Research-to-practice connections
  • Explicit instructional routines
  • Modeled lessons
  • Structured planning time
  • Immediate implementation steps
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Classroom Modeling & Embedded Coaching

Side-by-side support inside classrooms to translate PD into visible, sustainable practice.

  • Whole group phonics modeling
  • Small group instruction demonstration
  • Writing block modeling
  • Feedback cycles and reflection
  • Support for literacy coaches
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Multi-Visit Consulting Partnerships

For districts seeking deeper systems alignment and coherence across classrooms and grade levels.

  • Initial district-wide training
  • Follow-up site visits
  • Virtual coaching sessions
  • Data review meetings
  • Ongoing leadership consultation
Results
Outcomes Districts Can Expect
  • Increased clarity in literacy instruction
  • Stronger small group implementation
  • Alignment between assessment and instruction
  • Greater teacher confidence
  • Simplified systems that reduce overwhelm
  • Improved student reading growth
What Sets This Work Apart
Why Amie?
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Active, in-the-classroom literacy coach — not just a consultant
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Research-aligned but deeply practical
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Focused on implementation — not just awareness
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Grounded in real classroom constraints
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Designed to support both teachers and leaders
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Committed to sustainable, lasting change
"Amie delivered an excellent session for Roane County School District. She gave valuable information that applied to our current initiatives. She was well-prepared, well-spoken, and relatable. I would highly recommend her for future sessions."
Michelle Stellato Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Instruction — Roane County Public Schools
Partnership Inquiry

Ready to Strengthen Your Literacy System?

Amie works with districts and schools to design customized professional development aligned to your specific goals, curriculum, and state literacy initiatives.

amie@literacyedventures.com
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