“One child, one teacher, one book, one pen can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai, education and justice activist

Hello!

I’m Ashley, owner of A Mind Worth Reaching. I earned my B.A. from The University of Rhode Island and my M.Ed from George Mason University. I hold a Virginia teaching license and engage in ongoing professional development. After teaching third grade in Fairfax County Public Schools for five years I decided to open A Mind Worth Reaching. 

I grew up in Rhode Island and have called Virginia home for over ten years with my husband Steve. I am the proud mom of Stephen Jr. and Hazel, and the most patient dog June. When I am not teaching, I love to spend time with my family, cook and bake, organize EVERYTHING, and try to nurture my hopeful green thumb.  My collection of children’s books is bountiful, and finding the perfect book for a child, a moment, a lesson, or a season brings me great joy. I am the designated mathematician in my household, tasked with measuring for all projects (measure twice, install once), calculating the tip on all restaurant checks, and determining the appropriate amount of ingredients when doubling and tripling recipes.  Doing math is so much fun!

Thank you for being here; I hope to have the opportunity to get to know you and your child.

Credentials

• Master of Education
• Virginia teaching license
• 6 years classroom experience
• Trained in Add+Vantage MR® (Math Recovery) Assessment Guided Instruction
• Orton Gillingham Community Educator; trained by the Institute for Multi-Sensory Education