Districts & Schools
Our Kids Can’t Wait
School Data is in. Funding comes and goes, but the facts remain. We need systematic change and a roadmap on how to support the diverse children that fill our schools.
Why Left Side Strong LLC?
Researcher. Educator. District Leader. Adjunct Professor
Using science and ongoing research, Left Side Strong LLC is committed to the evolving science of learning.
See below for our services.
Our Services:
Professional Development
Empowering educators through customized, evidence-based training sessions that translate research into practical classroom strategies. (see menu above)
Conduct a Professional Learning Needs Assessment
Tailored sessions aligned with the district initiatives to meet the needs of the student population and professional learning goals
Strategy brief to guide implementation
Ongoing support after session delivery (additional coaching option)
Curated menu of resources
Case Consultation
Providing strategic insight and support for complex cases.
Observational Sessions
Individualized Consultations (virtual or in-person)
Collaboration with staff and stakeholders
Strategy summary with actionable recommendations
Continued support post-consultation
Individualized menu of resources for student(s) and educator(s)
Language & Literacy Assessments
Comprehensive Evaluations in language and literacy.
Customized battery of assessments
Comprehensive analysis of findings
Debrief of assessment results with all stakeholders
Recommendations across content areas
MaryKate DeSantis’ recent & upcoming Events
March 2025
June 2025
Capin, P. & DeSantis, M. (2025, March). Helping Children Crack the Code: How Classroom Teachers Can Support Students with Dyslexia. Invited presentation to Massachusetts Reading Association. Newton, MA.
Podcast Guest, Episode (TBA)
August 2025
Big Sky Literacy Summit
Invited Presenter
Engaging families to (realistically!) boost reading outcomes.
October 2025
The Reading League