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Nikki Drury

Literacy Trainer

What I like most about my role within the Center is…

Every day I get to immerse myself in my favorite topic: Literacy!

What I believe in

I believe language is powerful, and when we give students the ability to use language, we empower them to shape the world with their words, learn more about themselves and others, and delight in the pleasures of great literature. 

Previous work highlights

Before coming to the Center, I was a classroom teacher and literacy coach.

Favorite book

Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell 

Fun fact

At 10 years old I was the Texas state baton twirling champion.

Education

BS Interdisciplinary Studies, Sam Houston State University 

M.Ed. Educational Leadership, Texas A&M  

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Featured Blog Posts

December 11, 2024 Nikki Drury, Literacy Trainer

Celebrating the Season: New and Diverse Holiday Books for the PK–6 Classroom 

Read on to discover some fantastic books about the holidays to bring diversity into your classroom this season.

November 21, 2024 Heather Rodman, Literacy Trainer

Reading Aloud to Children: The Future is in Our Hands

Research shows that reading aloud to children is the one of the best ways to encourage a literate life.

November 14, 2024 Linda Murphy, Associate Director of Literacy Programs

Navigating Standardized Assessment: Approaching Testing as a Genre

Standardized testing is a reality in our students’ lives. Are you wondering how you can support your students in demonstrating all they know on the test but not stop the rich, ongoing literacy instruction months before the test?