Literacy Team
As literacy specialists we believe that all students need access to high quality literacy instruction. We partner closely with classroom teachers and parents to provide high quality literacy instruction for all students at Soaring Hawk.
Laura Kirk
Literacy Specialist - Kindergarten, First and Second Grades
Hi! My name is Laura Kirk and I am so excited to be a Literacy Specialist at Soaring Hawk this year! This school means so much to me and I love being part of a wonderful community here in Castle Rock. I’ve been a teacher for 18 years and this will be my 8th year as a Literacy Specialist in Douglas County. Teaching kids how to read is the best job in the world!
I live in Aurora with my husband Jeff and our two cats. We moved to Colorado in 2011 and we love all the wonderful things it has to offer.... sunshine, beautiful mountains, fun sports teams, and concerts! I look forward to getting to know you!
What support do you provide?
As a literacy specialist, I provide support to students and teachers in kindergarten, first, and second grades. I collaborate with classroom teachers to identify and teach students struggling with reading and writing skills and strategies. I am specifically trained in early literacy behaviors and development, as well as how their brain works to remember information. I provide support to students individually and in small groups. All lessons are designed for individual students and provide multiple opportunities for practice. I teach students using a systematic approach to literacy, building on what they already know.