As a seasoned literacy consultant and reading specialist with over 16 years of experience, Kendra has a proven track record of creating engaging and culturally relevant reading experiences for students. She has served as a Lead English Department Head, where she reviewed the literature to ensure cultural relevancy and alignment with standards. She holds a B.S. in English Literature and is certified to teach K-12 Reading. Her extensive experience and training allow her to provide expert guidance in the areas of reading instruction, literature selection, and cultural relevancy. She is dedicated to improving student reading achievement by providing engaging, meaningful, and culturally responsive reading experiences. She is well-equipped to work with schools and educators to provide professional development and support that will help students to become proficient readers.