Media, Recognition & Professional Achievements
Celebrating Literacy, Instructional Leadership, Educational Innovation & Community Impact
Making an Impact Beyond the Classroom
As an educator, published author, and lifelong learner, I am committed to creating meaningful educational experiences, strengthening literacy instruction, and supporting professional growth.
My accomplishments reflect my dedication to educational innovation, community partnerships, instructional leadership, and opportunities that empower ALL LEARNERS.
Featured in Coral Springs Talk
Read: Jerry Craft Author Visit
Read: Innovative Teaching & FETC Recognition
I am honored to have been featured in two Coral Springs Talk articles highlighting my educational journey, professional accomplishments, and contributions to literacy and student engagement.
These publications reflect my passion for connecting classroom instruction with real-world experiences and sharing the positive impact of education with the community.
Broward Education Foundation IDEA EXPO | 2026
View my 2026 IDEA EXPO Feature , Page 29.
Disseminator | Mapping Meaning Through Literature
As a Broward Education Foundation IDEA EXPO Disseminator, I share instructional strategies that combine visual thinking, artificial intelligence, and literary analysis.
My work focuses on making complex literary concepts more accessible while supporting critical thinking, reading comprehension, and meaningful engagement.
Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC)
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Conference Presenter
My participation as an FETC presenter reflects my commitment to professional learning, educational technology, and sharing innovative instructional practices with fellow educators.
My professional interests include literacy instruction, visual thinking, artificial intelligence, differentiated learning, and purposeful technology integration.
Jerry Craft Author Visit | September 2026
I had the privilege of organizing and hosting Newbery Medal-winning author Jerry Craft at Coral Springs Middle School.
Students had the opportunity to connect with the author of New Kid, Class Act, and School Trip, participate in discussions, and experience the excitement of meeting a celebrated author whose books they had been reading.
This experience strengthened student engagement, celebrated representation in literature, and demonstrated the power of connecting classroom learning with authentic experiences.
View Highlights from the Jerry Craft Author Visit
Published Author | 2026
Mapping Meaning Through Literature: Using Visual Thinking & AI to Strengthen Literary Analysis
As the author of Mapping Meaning Through Literature, I share practical approaches that help educators strengthen literacy instruction through visual thinking, artificial intelligence, and meaningful literary analysis.
The book is part of The Benedict Learning Method series and reflects my commitment to empowering educators with innovative instructional strategies.
My Commitment to Continued Growth
Every professional accomplishment represents another opportunity to learn, collaborate, and make a meaningful difference.
My goal is to continue expanding my impact through instructional coaching, literacy leadership, curriculum development, and professional learning.
Empowering Learners. Empowering Educators. Inspiring Growth.
View My Professional Recognition on LinkedIn