Montgomery Branch
Tricia Strout, Instructional Lead
Tricia Strout earned a degree in education from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas in 1991. She holds a lifetime Texas Educator Certificate in secondary biology and secondary science. She continued her professional development by earning a graduate certificate in dyslexia education from Southeastern University in Lakeland, Florida in 2021. She is a member of the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) and the Learning Disabilities Association of America. She recently attended the Alabama branch of the International Dyslexia Association’s annual conference. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. Her favorite pastimes include reading and making crafts. She and her husband, Doug, have one daughter. They moved to Montgomery over 20 years ago for his job as a professor at Alabama State University. Tricia saw the impact of academic therapy on her neurodivergent daughter, and she looks forward to helping Read Write students achieve the same positive outcomes!
Denise Walker, Operations Lead
Denise has lived most of her life in Montgomery, Alabama although she did live in Florida for several years, working as a singer/actress at Walt Disney World and then as a teacher in middle school. She has most recently taught seventh-graders at Saint James School for twenty-eight years. She loves her students and enjoys sharing her love of reading and writing with them. Her most happy teaching moments are when a student discovers a book that sparks his or her interest or when a student gets excited about writing. She also loves how books can spark interesting discussions and teach character lessons. Denise is enthusiastic about working one-on-one with students at Read Write and helping students there discover the joy of reading and writing!
Kristina Brockett
Kris has been an educator for over 20 years, from high school and homeschool to preschool. For the past 6 years, she has focused on preschool education. She is also an Air Force Veteran. Kris has been trained in the Barton Reading and Spelling System and is eager to help struggling readers learn to overcome their challenges. Outside of work, she enjoys her pets, puzzles, and being outdoors.
Concetta Burton
Concetta Burton is an Education Specialist for the Alabama State Department of Education. A native of Selma, Alabama, and a product of Selma City Schools. She received teaching and leadership degrees from Alabama A&M University and Auburn University Montgomery.
She began her career in education teaching at the elementary level and has served in several leadership positions at the elementary, secondary, and district levels.
She was the director of Teacher and Leader Development in Selma City
Schools, where she led the Aspiring Leaders Academy and the New Teacher Mentoring Program. She has a proven history of success in developing strong school leaders.
She has served as an Instructional Leader Coach and a member of the Alabama New Principal Mentoring Design Team for the Alabama State Department of Education.
Her joy comes from spending time with her daughter Shifra, trying a new recipe, or enjoying southern front porch life.
Jennifer Butler
Jennifer is a teacher with 8+ years of experience. She has taught K3, K4, Kindergarten, 3rd grade, and college courses. She is passionate about reading and helping children pursue that passion. Her training includes Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training and extensive reading about ADHD an dyslexia. She has personal experience assisting her children with reading struggles. Her most recent experience teaching is at Cornerstone Classical Christian Academy teaching 3rd grade. She is now part of the kindergarten team at Montgomery Christian School.
Brenda Gilmore
Brenda earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Alabama State University in Montgomery. She has been teaching 34+ years and has taught grades pre-K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Brenda has also worked tutoring students who struggle in reading and math. She is retired from The Montgomery Public School System. Brenda has a love for teaching and enjoys watching the students taught by her develop and strengthen their math and reading skills. She enjoys spending time with her husband, their two sons and their families
Mallie Kilpatrick
Mallie serves as Read Write’s instructor in Greenville, Alabama. She has 12 years of experience in elementary education. She has taught 2nd grade, 3rd grade and 4th grade at Eclectic Elementary and 3rd grade at Greenville Elementary. She graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor’s and Master's degree in Elementary Education, and she is currently pursuing her Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) certification. Her training includes the Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. Mallie enjoys reading, being outdoors, and spending time with her family.
April Lewis
April has been teaching special education for over 12 years. She has an education specialist degree K-6 in special education. Her training also includes the Barton Reading & Spelling System and Tutor Training. She has a one wonder daughter and one sweet Yorkie.
Lateashia Manora
Lateashia Manora is a special education teacher in Montgomery, Alabama. She has been a special education teacher for 5 years. She earned her B.S in psychology from Faulkner University and a M.Ed in Collaborative/ Special Education from Alabama State University. She is married with two children ages 16 and 18. She is so excited to be a part of the Read Write team!
Lauren Norris
Lauren has 6+ years of teaching experience and is passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential in the classroom. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Auburn University. Her training includes Orton-Gillingham at Classroom Educator and Associate Level. She has also completed the Barton Reading & Spelling System and Tutor Training. She serves on the Board of Directors of the Alabama Branch of the International Dyslexia Association. Lauren has personal experience supporting her daughter with dyslexia and has seen first hand how specialized reading therapy helps. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 daughters, especially at Lake Martin and the beach.
Melodie Trammel
Melodie has been a professional educator for almost 10 years. Melodie graduated from South University in Montgomery, Alabama. She is currently working on an additional degree in Behavioral Science. She has taught a wide range of disciplines on a post–secondary level. Melodie has tutored and helped many students achieve their academic goals. Her training includes the Barton Reading and Spelling System Tutor Training. While not at Read Write, Melodie also works in public services. She assists with fundraising to help cancer patient receive treatment medications. In her free time she loves to read, any kind of crafting, fishing, hiking, and outdoor activities.
Amy Rodgers
My name is Amy Rodgers, and I have 28 years of teaching experience in both public and private schools. My experience ranges from 1st to 6th grades, but I spent over half of that time teaching 1st graders to read. I earned my Bachelors and Masters degrees from Auburn University. I feel strongly that creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for my students will help them excel and become confident learners.
