Literacy Support Team
Megan Siepka
Literacy Coach
mcrowe@rvaschools.net
Megan Siepka is currently in her tenth year in education and her seventh year serving as a literacy coach at Chimborazo Elementary School. Her initial passion for foundational literacy skills has remained strong, and she has also developed specific interests in vocabulary development, writing, and deep comprehension. She is committed to sharing these interests through a range of initiatives at the school, district, and state levels, including serving as a TRIP Fellow through William & Mary, where she examines research to provide teachers with best practices in the classroom, and mentoring a Ruth Harris scholar in implementing Orton-Gillingham practices. As a literacy coach, Megan's role is to empower and support teachers in developing their practice by actively listening, providing feedback, modeling strategies, and offering continuous support. Her dedication to professional development and promoting effective instructional strategies has significantly contributed to academic success at her school. Megan is committed to fostering a culture of continuous growth, ensuring that all students receive high-quality literacy instruction that helps them thrive. She earned both her undergraduate degree and her M.Ed. in Reading, Literacy, and Learning from Longwood University—Go Lancers!
Education: Master of Education Reading, Literacy, and Learning, Reading Specialist and Literacy Coach PK-12 Bachelor of Arts and Science Liberal studies major, College Professional License PK-6 Certifications: Orton Gillingham Educator & Associates Level LETRS Volumes 1 & 2 LETRS Volume 1 Facilitator DIBELS 8th Certification Professional Associations: Orton Gillingham Academy Member - Classroom Educator Richmond Area Reading Council Member Virginia State Reading Association (VSRA) - Presenter & Attendee Awards and Other Recognitions: Richmond Times Dispatch Articles, May 2024, November 2018, April 2016 TRIP Fellow William & Mary, January 2024 Teacher of the Year 2024-2025, Chimborazo Elementary School Chimborazo Elementary School - Fully Accredited, June 2023 District Teacher of the Year Runner-Up 2018-2019, Richmond Public Schools Teacher of the Year 2018-2019, Oak Grove - Bellemeade Elementary School Literacy Lead for School, 2016 - 2019