About Your Instructor – Heather Kenny

Uniquely Qualified Instructor

Heather Kenny is an award-winning educator, science of reading expert, and national presenter. Over the course of her 25+ year career in education, she has served as a classroom teacher, dyslexia tutor, and Science of Reading teacher trainer. In her current role, Heather works closely with schools and districts to help them better support teachers in implementing practical, science-based instructional techniques that can improve literacy outcomes for all learners. Heather understands the challenges that today's educators face as they strive to address the needs of all readers. She is passionate about empowering teachers with knowledge and skills so that they are well-equipped to provide their students with optimally effective, science-based literacy instruction.

What Your Colleagues Say About Your Presenter

"Heather is a complete professional who has SO much knowledge and expertise. She shares it in such an engaging way, and her ideas and information are so valuable and usable. I'm looking forward to using this in my work!"
– Theresa Buckman, Literacy Specialist

"This was very interesting and easy to follow. I love how engaging the instructor was and willing to explain things when questions were asked."
– Lisa Johnson, Kindergarten Teacher

"Heather was very knowledgeable. Great balance of the SOR with practical easily implemented strategies you can use immediately. Time given to really evaluate and understand how the information fits into your classroom/school."
– Joni Page, Title 1

"I enjoyed the seminar. Our group learned a great deal about reading strategies that we'll definitely be taking back to the teachers in our building. Thank you!"
– Amy Minor, Teacher

"Heather was AMAZING! Patient, knowledgeable, sharing, and courteous. Thank you for all of the resources in the handbook."
– Adriana Fernandez, Reading Specialist

"Loved the information and depth of the presentation! I appreciate the resources and information that can be taken back and utilized with our teachers."
– April Harmon, K-4 Reading Specialist