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Core Basic Literacy

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Fort Myers, Florida, United States
About the store
Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction. Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
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Preview of Virtual Classroom Multipack Template - Editable

Virtual Classroom Multipack Template - Editable

You can fully customize your virtual classroom with a little help from these editable templates. Choose from VSCO, Farmhouse, or Bright classroom styles. Two file options available, in Power Point and Keynote. Insert your teacher Bitmoji and save as JPEG. Overlay or add your own classroom artwork and wording to the whiteboard. Enjoy!
Preview of Farmhouse Virtual Classroom Template

Farmhouse Virtual Classroom Template

Choose between 4 background colors for a Farmhouse inspired virtual classroom. Just insert your teacher Bitmoji and you are all set! You can use Google Slides, Keynote, or Powerpoint to insert your teacher Bitmoji and save as JPEG. Overlay or add your own classroom artwork and wording to the whiteboard. Enjoy!
Preview of VSCO Virtual Classroom Template

VSCO Virtual Classroom Template

Choose between 4 background colors for a VSCO inspired virtual classroom. Just insert your teacher Bitmoji and you are all set! You can use Google Slides, Keynote, or Powerpoint to insert your teacher Bitmoji and save as JPEG. Overlay or add your own classroom artwork and wording to the whiteboard. Enjoy!
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About the store

Experience

Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction. Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.

Teaching style

I believe in fostering excellence in literacy for all learners through a balance of structure, creativity, and purpose. My teaching integrates classical literary depth with research-based reading instruction, empowering students—from emerging readers to AP scholars—to think critically, read with empathy, and write with intention.

Awards & shining teacher moments

New Educator of the Year Award 19-20 American Hero Teacher of the Year Award 21-22

My own education history

Bachelors of Arts in English from Florida Gulf Coast University. Masters of Public Health from Liberty University. Teaching Certification from Florida Gulf Coast University. Philosophy of Christian Education Certification from Hobe Sound Bible College. Dyslexia Certification from the University of Florida.

Additional biographical information

Hi, I’m Courtney, an English educator passionate about creating engaging, research-based resources that foster excellence in literacy for all learners. With experience teaching middle school ELA, 12th Grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, I specialize in helping students think deeply, read critically, and write with purpose. I’m also certified in dyslexia intervention and literacy instruction for early learners, and I believe every student—from emerging readers to advanced scholars—deserves the tools to succeed and the joy of learning through language.