As a Training Specialist, Amy works with colleagues to plan, organize, and provide trainings to educators and provides support to administrators, specialists, and teachers. Education: BA, Boise State University MEd, Boise State University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2022 Fun Fact: Amy has two doodles; a Goldendoodle and a Sheepadoodle.
As an Educational Specialist, Kelli is responsible for creating and implementing academic interventions in reading to meet the specific needs of her students. BA, Boise State University MA, Boise State University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2022 Fun Fact: Kelli loves reading, taking walks, and spending time near water. With her family, she…
As an Educational Specialist, Hayley is responsible for creating and implementing literacy interventions to build and solidify reading skills. Education: BA, Western Governors University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2022 Fun Fact: Hayley loves to read and learn about history. Her favorite time periods to learn about are the Great Depression, WWI, and…
As a Training Specialist, Courtney performs a variety of educational services for the Center. Courtney delivers assigned trainings to educators and provides support in the form of lesson planning or coaching to early educators, paraprofessionals, and certified teachers. She also communicates with administrators and teachers regularly, assists with curriculum and product development, and distributes Center…
As a Training Specialist, Jahziel is responsible for developing and delivering trainings to educators and parents. This often includes follow up support in the form of lesson planning, coaching, and mentoring. Jahziel is also the Lee Pesky Literacy Pods Project Director. This program takes place in Hailey, Idaho and focuses on teaching foundational reading skills…
As an Educational Specialist, Renee designs an individualized academic program to support students with reading, writing, and organizational skills. Education: MA, Columbia University Teacher’s College PhD, Fordham University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2021 Fun Fact: Renee and her family are avid skiers, hikers, campers and water sports fans that bring their German…
As a Training Specialist, Cindy works with colleagues to plan, organize, and provide training and support to administrators, specialists, and teachers. This may involve large groups, small groups, or individuals looking to enhance implementation of evidenced-based practices to improve student outcomes. Education BA, Boise State University MA, Boise State University EdS, Idaho State University PhD,…
As a Lead Educational Specialist, Ashley has the opportunity to help students find their inner mathematician, to play with mathematics, and to connect it with their lives. Education: BA, Boise State University MEd, Boise State University Mathematics Consulting Teacher Endorsement, Boise State University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2019 Fun Fact: Ashley and…
As a Psychometrist (a school psychologist by training) and member of the evaluation team, Dee Dee tests information processing and academic skills to help students understand how they learn. Education: BA, University of Oregon BA, University of Wyoming MEd, Idaho State University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2020 Fun Fact: Dee Dee loves…
As an Educational Specialist, Pragnyaa (prog-nee-uh) has the opportunity to help others recognize their hidden mathematical talents and curiosities. Education: MCA, Bharathidasan University, India MEd, Boise State University Lee Pesky Learning Center team member since 2013 Fun Fact: Pragnyaa speaks 5 different languages. She played Ball Badminton for her school in her secondary years. While…